What makes for a Good modeling Portfolio that gets you assignments as well.

While you trust yourself with a Good fashion photographer who also specialises in making Modeling Portfolios, set your target right, to begin with.

What kind of modeling are you planning to go for? And what kind of modeling can you actually do? Do not aim to be a model for Lingerie if you have reservations or your family would not allow you to go for it. Not that all assignments for lingerie are erotic in nature but it may be taboo for some. On the other hand, you may be fine with such modeling but you do not have the right figure to carry lingerie well. So both what you want and what you can are equally important.

Your modeling portfolio os the first true impression of yourself as a model, good or bad. It's because of your modeling portfolio, that the Advertising /modeling agency or the casting director has taken a decision to see you in person or call you for an audition. It is highly recommended that you focus on your modeling portfolio to establish your career as a model.

Your Photographer will always choose and pick up the best photographs in your portfolio. He will always suggest you carry just the right number of photographs which reflect the kind of work that you are looking for.

Many of my clients wish to add more and more photographs to their portfolio, which is in fact not a very good practice and can be more harmful than good.

The thumb rule here is - less is more!

Especially for an actor, besides good looks, it's very important to portray different characters, personality and age ranges. Your body language and expressions play a vital role here. The casting director should be able to get an idea from your photographs, about your versatility and he should be able to judge if you would fit a particular role or not. Accordingly, he or she will shortlist you for further audition or screening.

You may also opt to go for some "Polaroids" which are actually some basic shots without any makeup. However, these should also be done professionally. The biggest mistake a model can make is to include photographs shot by mobile phones and that too as selfies which usually distort the features.

There are otherwise no specific rules regarding a good portfolio but be sure that it is very professional in every sense. From shooting to the presentation.

Clear your doubts when you visit the Photographer who is going to shoot your portfolio. there are a lot of misconceptions and myths which one may come across. Feel free to discuss these before you decide to go ahead for a modeling portfolio so that you move ahead in the right direction.

Munish Khanna is a well-established photographer based in Delhi, India who has an experience in various genres of Photography including fashion Advertising and Modelling. The details of the Portfolios made by Munish are available at this link.