The Model Bible: The Must-Have Guide For Anyone Interested In Becoming A Female Model

By Rich Celenza

Rich’s personal goal with the Model Bible is to help female models of every category: (Fashion / Couture, Print / Glamour, Commercial, Plus-sized, Health / Fitness, Parts, Kids and Teenage) not only learn how to get signed with a strong agency, but also to make sure that their agent(s) and or manager(s) have their best interests in furthering their careers. The Model Bible is a book that is geared strictly toward helping female models take their career to the highest level possible.
The Model Bible is focused on helping female models of all different sizes and shapes attain financial success in everything from Couture to Catalog modeling, and also become savvy, self-respecting women who understand that modeling can serve as the foundation for them to build a strong personal brand, and thus, in turn, open doors to any number of business opportunities.
The Model Bible is for models that are serious and want to be trained and educated in the three core areas that we think necessary for them to build a successful professional career: Business, Physical, and Emotional. Training in these three vital areas allows models to attain control of their careers and their lives in order to make informed professional decisions at all times.
As far as Business is concerned the book covers in detail: interviewing, contracts, negotiating, networking and marketing. The Physical aspects of modeling addressed are: grooming, nutrition, exercise, wardrobe, hair/make-up, runway and posing. The Emotional side of modeling is discussed in terms of: self-exploration, acknowledging fear, relaxation, listening and self-respect.

• Language: English
• Publisher: BookBaby
• Release date: Dec 9, 2013
• ISBN: 9781483515090

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ISBN: 9781483515090

The Model Bible provides a thorough and honest view of the modeling industry from an insider’s perspective. Rich Celenza offers his personal and professional insights about how female models can achieve their dreams, earn a living, and maintain their integrity. This book tells modeling hopefuls everything they need to know about the business.

Leslie C. Halpern, author of Passionate About Their Work: 151 Celebrities, Artists, and Experts on Creativity.

As a John Casablancas Graduate, turned model, into modeling instructor, then Educational Director, and finally to Agency Director, I’m a bit concerned The Model Bible may put Modeling Schools out of business. The Model Bible is real advice and facts about the modeling industry you won’t find anywhere else.

Gina Master, Former Agency Director For John Casablancas

Rich Celenza has captured the success principles for the female modeling industry in his book: The Model Bible. Having been involved with the fashion and entertainment industry his entire life, Rich shares his expertise with his readers to excel their careers. The Model Bible is a must read for women who want to fast track to a successful modeling career; reducing their learning curve by years. I highly recommend The Model Bible as a very enjoyable read full of first hand insight from Rich Celenza who possesses an innate passionate to help others succeed.

Grace Daly, Award Winning & Best-Selling Author, Certified Coach, Speaker & Retail Industry Expert

The Model Bible is a must-read for all aspiring Female Models and their families. Rich Celenza cuts out the b.s., and tells you how to get into the business and become a true professional. Bottom line - this is a business, you need to stand out for being unique and knowing how to handle the ups, downs and inevitable rejection that models face. Get The Model Bible today - all Females could benefit from Rich’s expertise on confidence, style and professionalism.

Sharon Gilstrap, Advertising Professional Radio Disney/ABC/NBC

Witty, informative and to the point, just like Rich’s personality. Fun and easy to read, not only it is great for young girls who are interested in the field of modeling, but also for people who are curious about the modeling industry, and for those who want to get tips on how to feel and look confident in their looks.

Sheena Geo, Co-founder and Creative Director of: International Citizen Design House

Rich Celenza’s Model Bible is a must-have for anyone wanting to enter the world of modeling. He breaks down the industry into perfect bite-size morsels that even a model can devour.

Nadine Jolson, Executive Director Jolson Creative PR & Media Group

Mr. Celenza offers a great reference - Model Bible - for all different types of female models... from high fashion, to print, commercial, and parts modeling. His information is straight to the point and easy to understand as well as giving great industry specific examples and references. Highly recommended read to anyone interested in the field of modeling and/or acting.

Laura Krusemark, Co-founder and Design Director of: International Citizen Design House

The Model Bible by Rich Celenza is packed solid with useful information that removes the stumbling blocks for a want-to-be model/actor, therefore empowering them from the vulnerability associated with starting out in this highly competitive industry. Celenza’s honest, straight forward talk, while presenting the traits, characteristics, and the know-how needed to be successful, forces the reader to take a self-assessment. The Model Bible is a must read and reference tool for anyone contemplating a career in the modeling industry. Do you have what it takes?

Dawna Schuster, Designer

Up to the moment, concise, honest, invaluable information for anyone considering a career in modeling. A go to handbook Bible.

Annie Mancuso, Designer

The Model Bible by Rich Celenza.

It is witty, it is riveting, it is a true unbiased view on modeling industry. It is a must have!

With a lot of experience and knowledge, Rich is a true guide for anyone wanting to create a life as a professional working model.

I could not resist but to think I am reading a not how to but love to approach to the industry.

With a lot of clever insights, The Model Bible is a gem among many books on the subject.

Klara Landrat - Actress, Model, Photographer, Producer

This book is like your ABC’s for anyone starting out in the industry. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to be a model or actor; their parents as well! I learned most of these things on my own, it would of been nice to have this cheat sheet when I started the biz.

Carrie Lauren - Professional Actress / Model

This is a very realistic approach of how to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. It’s a very nice read and anyone interested in this career should read it. Plus I love the underlining meaning to also be true to yourself no matter what people say or what happens in your journey into this career. That’s the most important part.

Connie Jo Sechrist, Professional Actress

If you’re looking to start a career in modeling, I can’t recommend author, Rich Celenza’s Model Bible enough. In the book Rich went into detail on how men and women of all ages can start a career in modeling regardless of their size or gender and discussed various opportunities for models. He dished on the top modeling schools and agencies, and even has a questionnaire with over 50 questions to help you decipher whether or not a career in modeling is for you.

Candace Anderson, Writer

The Model Bible is undeniably the most informative guide to modeling. Whether you are a novice or pro this book will help you with any question about this industry. At this stage of my life my career path has changed over to the arts but if I would of had this book to guide me through, I may have still been in modeling today.

Lori Hagstrom, Artista

Interesting, intriguing and a great guide for any aspiring model. I would recommend this book to any upcoming model that is beginning their journey.

Gylwerd Sevilla, Model/Fashion Designer

FORWARD

When my friend Rich Celenza told me he was putting the finishing touches to his Modeling Bible book, his epic on how-to-break-into-and-thrive-in-the-modeling–business, I told him straight away that I wanted to write the forward - because any book he would be writing about the business of modeling would be like no other written on the topic. Rich is just that kind of guy. He’s that committed, that knowledgeable and that well informed.

When it comes to the how to of getting into the modeling industry, including what you need to know, who to you need to know and who and what you need to avoid, Rich is your Go-To Guy. He knows how to navigate the business so that modeling can, and will become a successful career for anyone that aspires to do the hard work, take it to the next level and make it happen.

Rich knows that modeling is first and foremost a business, because he lived it. He also knows that often times aspiring models get blinded by the lights and action, and don’t necessarily see themselves as fashion entrepreneurs.

Modeling is about mastering the skills of modeling, and not just on the runway, or at go-sees. And, because being a model is mostly about the business aspect of the industry, Rich didn’t write this book to tell his readers about where to look and how to tilt their head. He wrote The Model Bible to clearly and succinctly inform the next generation of soon-to-be models about the business; the skills they need, the expertise and business resources that are vital to having a 360 degree approach to success.

Born in Chicago, Rich was literally raised in the fashion industry, thanks to the legacy his father’s family brought with them to the U.S. from Vasto, Italy, almost a century ago. With most of his immediate family working as designers, tailors and models, Rich spent big swaths of his childhood in a front row seat to the family business, at his aunt and uncle’s clothing factory, drinking in all the knowledge, insight and expertise he could about the business of fashion, and how to break in and become successful. Even taking the plunge himself with his own successful modeling career, and that of his youngest daughter, who at age 9, under his mentorship, became one of the of the best known mini-couture runway models in the United States at just nine years old.

With Rich at the helm, and this book in your hands, he’s now your personal mentor and tour guide to becoming successful in the modeling industry. And, here’s why; Rich does all the heavy lifting for you by providing you with lists of agencies, designers and industry terms. The inside track on what designers and modeling agencies are really looking for. What they buy? Who they chose and why? The documentary films you should watch for an insider’s look. Who the important designers are and how and why they become successful? The important fashion websites you need to know about and what scams to be beware of online and much more.

Ask Rich Celenza what the modeling business is about and he’ll tell you, Modeling is primarily about branding and marketing for mainstream agencies and mastering your professional career by creating your own unique style.

Gayl Murphy is The Celebritizer! A Hollywood correspondent, media and presentational coach, speaker and author of Interview Tactics! How To Survive The Media Without Getting Clobbered! She’s interviewed over 15,000 celebrities and newsmakers for TV, radio, print and online. Gayl’s entertainment stores and reporting have appeared on ABC News, BBC News, SKY News and E! among others.

Contents

CHAPTER ONE

Bio - Rich Celenza.

Introduction - Model Bible

Book’s Goals

CHAPTER TWO

Different Types of Models:

Fashion / Couture Models

Print Models / Glamour Girls

Commercial Models

Teenage Models

Plus Size Models

Health / Fitness Models

Parts Modeling

Kids Modeling

Different Opportunities for Models

CHAPTER THREE

Modeling Schools

CHAPTER FOUR

Runway / Catwalk (Girls – Women)

12 Step / Routine (RC Model Routines™)

CHAPTER FIVE

Creating Your Own Style

Don’t Get Caught Up in the Size - Garments / Shoes

CHAPTER SIX

Grooming

Hair

Make-up

Teeth

Helpful Tips:

Products I’d Recommend

Perfumes / Fragrances

CHAPTER SEVEN

Essentials for Success

My Secret on How to Lose or Gain Weight

My Theory on How to Quit Smoking

CHAPTER EIGHT

Portfolio / Look Book

How to find the right photographer

Helpful Hints:

CHAPTER NINE

Agencies - Finding an Agency that best fits your needs and goals

Open Calls for Agencies

Signing up with an Agency Online or Through the Mail

Booking Agents

Management Representation

Photo Shoots and Castings

Contracts

Agents vs. Managers

Survey / Setting Goals

CHAPTER TEN

Last Words

Social Networking

Beware

Drama

Craig’s List

Don’t Give Up

Fashion Markets

APPENDIX

United States Model Agencies

New York

California

Chicago

Florida

Georgia

Las Vegas

Fitness, Sports and Parts Model Agencies

Plus Size Agencies

European Agencies List

London, England

Paris / France

Milan / Italy

Female Model Magazines

Teen Fashion Magazines

Fashion Magazine Websites

Designers / Companies in Fashion / Websites

Fashion Television

Fashion Documentaries

Fashion Industry Terms

CHAPTER ONE

Bio - Rich Celenza Jr.

Rich Celenza is someone who was born into the fashion / entertainment industry. His father’s family can claim almost a century in the fashion industry. Originating in the town of Vasto in Italy, they came to eventually own and operate the largest garment shop in the city of Chicago. As a little boy Rich spent a great deal of time at his aunt and uncle’s clothing factory learning about the garment industry, in fact, most of his immediate family members were tailors, designers and models.

Rich’s father didn’t have an interest in the garment industry so he went out and opened his own restaurant / nightclub, getting Rich involved in his business from a very young age by teaching him how to book talent (musical acts, comedians). Rich grew up checking out acts of the likes of Frank Sinatra, James Brown, Madonna, Prince, Lionel Richie, Barry Manilow, Carole King, Tower of Power, Bernie Mac, Sam Kinison, Andrew Dice Clay and hundreds of others. As he grew into his later teens, Rich decided to follow in his families’ footsteps into fashion, going into modeling and graduating from Barbizon Modeling School in Chicago. After graduating, he soon made his way into acting, writing, directing and eventually producing full feature films, shorts and commercials.

In between developing film projects, Rich found himself always wanting to help struggling up and coming talent because he understood not only how hard it is to break into the entertainment and fashion industries, but also how much dishonesty surrounds these businesses. All the while Rich started working with his youngest daughter, who eventually became one of the best known runway models in the United States at just nine years of age. Modeling schools soon started to take notice of Rich’s training techniques and he was asked to act in a consulting role with their instructors. It wasn’t long before he was being noticed by many professionals in the fashion industry and was being chosen by independent designers and fashion events to help them cast for major fashion shows. At about this time Rich was also asked to start speaking at Film Schools and Modeling Schools.

Over the course of these experiences Rich realized that more and more modeling students who graduated from modeling schools didn’t know what to actually do after they graduated. Rich also realized there are many girls out there who have huge potential but can’t afford to go to modeling school, and that’s when he realized that he had another passion in addition to filmmaking - finding a way to help up and coming trained models along with untrained girls take their careers to the next level.

Introduction - Model Bible

Rich’s personal goal with the Model Bible is to help female models of every category: (Fashion / Couture, Print / Glamour, Commercial, Plus-sized, Health / Fitness, Parts, Kids and Teenage) not only learn how to get signed with a strong agency, but also to make sure that their agent(s) and or manager(s) have their best interests in furthering their careers. The Model Bible is a book that is geared strictly toward helping female models take their career to the highest level possible.

The Model Bible is focused on helping female models of all different sizes and shapes attain financial success in everything from Couture to Catalog modeling, and also become savvy, self-respecting women who understand that modeling can serve as the foundation for them to build a strong personal brand, and thus, in turn, open doors to any number of business opportunities.

The Model Bible is for models that are serious and want to be trained and educated in the three core areas that we think necessary for them to build a successful professional career: Business, Physical, and Emotional. Training in these three vital areas allows models to attain control of their careers and their lives in order to make informed professional decisions at all times.

As far as Business is concerned the book covers in detail: interviewing, contracts, negotiating, networking and marketing. The Physical aspects of modeling addressed are: grooming, nutrition, exercise, wardrobe, hair/make-up, runway and posing. The Emotional side of modeling is