NEXT BIG MODEL SEARCH Pageant organisers extend sale of forms

The organisers of the NEXT BIG MODEL SEARCH (Nigeria-Ghana Edition) officially extend the sale of forms for the most anticipated grassroots modeling pageant to Friday, November 23, 2012.

NBMS as it is fondly called among models, is produced by Mastermind Modeling Management (Nigeria) & Co-produced by Cliq Modeling Agency (Ghana), these companies are leading modeling outfits in Nigeria and Ghana.

What is NBMS?

Next Big Model Search has her goal set to provide a ready platform for aspiring models to get discovered and promoted. We also aim to educate and celebrate the amateurs and professionals respectively. The models will be scrutinized by professional models and Agency and they will have firsthand experience from past and

OFFICIAL UNVEIL/PRESS CONFERENCE-NEXT BIG MODEL SEARCH

OFFICIAL PRESS CONFERENCE AND UNVEILING

NEXT BIG MODEL SEARCH 2012
(Nigeria-Ghana Edition)

26TH AUGUST 2012

The most anticipated grassroots modeling competition – Next Big Model Search hits over 10 cities in Nigeria and Ghana for its maiden edition (Nigeria-Ghana edition). This edition (Season One) is created solely to provide a ready platform for aspiring models to get discovered and promoted.

NBMS (Nigeria-Ghana) is offering thousands of girls the opportunity to achieve their modeling dreams. Bearing in mind the core objectives of this contest, which are to search, groom and promote talented models, aspiring and amateurs alike, to promote international collaboration among African states with those in the creative class, especially those involved in modeling, fashion and cosmetics and to foster economic growth, create vocational awareness and also foster and encourage community participation which will encourage youth developments, and thereby cutting restiveness and idleness.

The auditions and castings will hold in Nigeria and Ghana in the month of November, in selected cities in Nigeria and Ghana, from Saturday 3rd November 2012 – Saturday 24th November 2012.

At the end of the castings, 140 contestants will be selected to participate in the national contest that will be held in Lagos and Accra (70 from Nigeria and 70 from Ghana) on Saturday 24th November. The national casting in Ghana and Nigeria will see the finalist emerge as they would be scrutinized by seasoned practicing professionals.

The finalist will be 14 females (7 each from Nigeria and Ghana) these models will go through days of grooming, trainings and core practices from practicing professionals. The grand finale holds on Saturday 8th December 2012.

Winners are not only selected based on their photogenic qualities, their personalities and their natural beauties but also on their potential to fit into the current fashion trends.

The Next Big Model Search Judges includes individuals in the fashion and modeling industry from America, South Africa, Rep. of Benin and Togo; these professionals will choose the most qualified contestants.

PRIZES

• A brand new customized KIA PICANTO car
• Full Six months cosmetics supply
• BlackBerry
• 2 year modeling contract
• Winner will appear in top International magazine covers also
• A spot will be given in fashion shows in Africa.
• Appear in Nigeria fashion week and top International magazine covers also
• Free shopping vouchers & Endorsements.
• International Exposure
• Hampers and Gift Bags
• And so many more

OFFICIAL PRESS CONFERENCE AND UNVEILING

NEXT BIG MODEL SEARCH 2012
(Nigeria-Ghana Edition)

26TH AUGUST 2012

This is to officially invite all - Magazines, Modeling Agencies, Models, Make-up Artist, Fashion Houses, Record Labels, Artists, Photographers, Corporate Organizations, fashion/entertainment Bloggers, etc.

Come meet with the NBMS Team One on One. Over 15 media houses will be present.

VENUE: National Theatre
Time: 3 pm
Date again is 26TH AUGUST 2012

For more details and participation,
call: 07065793969, 07080025737

ITS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL!

Who Wants to Become a Petite Model?

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 ought to take a lovely honest look at her physical features. He ought to at least try to draw attention to the feature that stands out most and gets noticed by people, for example her smirk, or her eyes.

A short stature in any aspiring model ought to not necessarily be the finish of her dream career. can still become a model, a petite model, if he follows her dream. Petite models are becoming common in the industry today. So anyone who has the looks, professionalism, and ambition can still become a model despite the dearth of height. Below are tips which can help aspiring models recognize their dreams of becoming successful models.

There's limitless opportunities to become a petite model. But for starters, ought to concentrate on modeling for catalogs, print ads and magazines.

Lack of height ought to not be a hindrance to a pleasant posture. A petite model ought to try a few nice postures in order to make up for her short stature and get noticed even among tall models.

Those who need to become petite models ought to find out in the event that they live in the right city for such a chance. If there are not opportunities in an area, might must relocate to a

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Have you ever wondered how models or

What size do you have to be a model?

What size do you have to be a model?
Editorial and fashion female models are tall and thin, are usually 5'8"-6' tall with hips no larger than 36, usually have long necks and full lips.
Male models are

Types of Modeling

        Runway - How tall are they? Find out in the learning section
        Catalog
        High Fashion

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

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Definition of a Model Portfolio

Your model portfolio book will be made up of a book with anywhere between 8 and 24 photos normally consisting of 9x12 or 8x10 prints. You will want a good selection of different types of "looks" in your portfolio. For example; have some photos created indoors in a home setting, some in the studio, some outdoors in different locations.

Also include shots which may be considered commercial, high fashion, casual, artistic and editorial lifestyle content. Ask the photographer to help you with choosing looks that best fit your personality and the type modeling you wish to pursue.

You'll also want to include two good head shots ( one straight on and one profile without makeup) and a good body shot (swim wear or tight-fitting clothing) especially if you plan to apply to the larger model markets. These larger markets such as the

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2012 Modeling/Fashion and Beauty Tips

Organise your portfolio

This is every model identity, because your portfolio is the first thing talent scouts and agencies will look out for, sometimes even without seeing the model in person. so quality should be your watch word when building your portfolio. Your portfolio should contain between 7 and 20 shots, which will include head shots, a profile view, full body shot and any other freestyle casual shot. Learn to use your best shots, and you must have copies of your portfolio at your disposal.

Create a website or blog

Your website or blog may have features such as a biography page, photo shoots page, and

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1. Complement your style.
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For instance, when you decide to

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Silverbird Mr nigeria 2011 Contestants Full List & Photos

 

1. Name: Joseph Oluwadamilare Agossa. Occupation: 200level Computer science student of Lead City University. Height: 6ft 3. 2. Name: Alex Aarebamen Uriesi. Occupation: Marine Biology diploma student of University of Lagos. Height: 6ft 2

  

3. Name: Chijoke Obi. Occupation: Industrial Physics Graduate of Federal University of Technology Owerri(FUTO).Height: 6ft 5. 4. Name: Henry Ojini. Occupation: 200level Computer Engineering student of North American University, Benin Rep. Height: 6ft 2.

More contestants after the jump...

between the American Idol & the Nigerian Idol

 

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— Lisa Chiccine, New York City hairstylist

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Wardrobe Type: Close-fitting tops that

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An initiative of The Nations No.1 Malt Drink,

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