He ranks No. 12 on MODELS.COM’s Top 25 list, “The Money Guys”. He is the best known for being the face of BVLGARI’s AQVA. He worked with a lot of famous brands like: Valentino, Polo Ralph Lauren, Custo Barcelona, Gap and appeared in a lot of magazines covers. He was on runway of Ralph Laurent, Paul Smith, Chanel.

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You're interested in modelling world? You are good looking? You have something unique and different? You have personality and skills? You wanna try something new? You wanna be a top model? The world of modelling in Barcelona is waiting for you! The modelling industry is not only about the pretty faces. Basically, a lot of people have a chance to find something for themselves. The modelling industry includes print modelling, runway modelling, promotion modelling, trade show modeling, underwear modeling, petite or plus-size modeling - you just have to be patient to find something that will suit your predispositions.

HOW TO START!

You might say it is not easy to start modelling in Barcelona, but that's where you're wrong. First you have to find an agency, but not just any agency! You must check what they do exactly, what their offer is, and who are they looking for, and who they work with. Based on those facts you can decide if the agency would be good for you to establish your personal goals. They must be as excited to work with you as you are to work with them. And remember the biggest and the best agencies are not always the best choice as they have a lot of people already working for them, and since they will likely work with models looking almost just like you, be aware that you can end up not having as many job opportunities as you might with a small agency. There are a lot of agencies in Barcelona you just have to google them, and check their websites. We can suggest you as well to check the Modelmanaements.com website where you will find not only agencies, but a lot of usuful infromation about the modeling world as well. Remember that finding just the agency is not enough, as the modeling in Barcelona is really competitive – there are a lot of good looking faces like yours! You need:

• Personality
• Some experience ex. in some photographers projects, volunteering to do charity fashion show etc.
• It is really useful to take some classes in acting.
• Or simple some classes in modelling to be confident in what you are going to do in the future. Check our choice of the course.

SO what next?

You have found some agencies with which you would make a good match and you started working on getting some experience and you know exactly what you want. Now it is time for starting big things! Check how can you approach the agencies – look for some forms to fill out on their websites and guidelines. You will need photos of course! You can get some professional snapshots or just ask your friend to take some (remember you are just starting, agencies want to see you, how you really look as you are not a professional, so keep the photos the same way - just some good ‘snapshots’ without too much makeup and in a natural lighting). The good way to find a job is to join casting calls as you can show the real you, not just your photos (Find out how to prepare for casting). When you want to start building your own portfolio then you must get some professional shots, as only this way you will be able to stand out by showing your best looks. Modelling in Barcelona is a big industry so you will find a lot of professional photographers with experience, so you really don't have to worry about this. Your portfolio will be helpful when visiting agencies or attending castings as well, but not the necessary in the beginning. In the fashion industry you have to be really patient, as nothing happens in one day. Remember there are a lot of people who are contacting agencies like you are going to do. Choosing the best people takes time and you never know what agencies are looking for exactly.

If you never chase your dreams you will never catch them!

After a while you will get your first job and everything will start - testing your skills, look and talent in the modelling world, and maybe one day you will be one of the most famous models in Barcelona! It is important to remember that a large part of modeling is finding your own individual style, look, and pose.  No two high-profile models look the same, and they tend to be very creative.  Learn how to work with the camera and your photographer to try out different types of poses and work on channeling different emotions during your shoots.  Have fun and be interactive with the camera! Remember you need to have your own style and look that no one else can offer. Always be yourself and treat this as a hobby and just enjoy world of Modeling in Barcelona! ~Natalia~