[nabs-l] Modeling for learning natural expressions and movement

[Bridgit Pollpeter]

Ashley,

Yes, I took modeling classes when I was younger. I modeled briefly, but
didn't enjoy the process. You'd have to look into modeling agencies and
classes, and I'm sure only bigger cities would offer anything like this,
though you never know.

Though models are stereotyped as stupid and artificial, a model has to
learn to express something through their body and facial expressions. A
model doesn't simply take a picture; they have to "sell" something in a
nonverbal way.

When I took modeling classes at the Nancy Bounds agency here locally, we
not only learned how to walk a runway, we learned how to carry ourselves
in all situations, with grace and deportment. We also learned how to
apply make-up, what clothes fit us best, interviewing skills, how to
speak and even dining etiquette. I've also taken etiquette classes,
which is another possible idea since some etiquette classes teach you
how to move as well.

Sincerely,
Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
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http://blogs.livewellnebraska.com/author/bpollpeter/
 
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Date: Sat, 19 Nov 2011 14:11:05 -0500
From: "Ashley Bramlett" <bookwormahb at earthlink.net>
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Bridgette,
Modeling classes sounds good. Do you speak from experience? Anyone here 
taken a class?
Oh, I did not know they went into how to carry yourself and walk
gracefully 
and
using your face to relay things. Those are not offered at community
centers 
or colleges. So where do you take them? Just curious.

I wonder if anyone has taken  it to just improve their image as we are 
suggesting, or if all participants do it to pursue modeling.

Many people take acting and dance classes, yet its for recreation, not
to 
become a professional actor or dancer. I don't know about modeling
classes. 
Very interesting idea.
I've been told I am real expressive when talking both in voice and in my

expression. I do not walk correctly; I have a gait. But I have heard I
walk 
pretty well in terms of posture.

I could always improve though. I'd also like to learn hand gestures
someday; 
now I only know how to wave goodbye.

Ashley