Since my daughter is just starting out, we have not had professional headshots done as of yet. Please tell me if these photos are ok to submit to managers/agents as we are currently seeking representation. We are meeting with Product this weekend!

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How old is she? If she is younger than 18, these make her look way too old, and you want her to look younger. Probably should get some smiley ones of her. She's very attractive!

These snapshots are stellar compared to some of the other ones people have posted on here.

These should be ok for basic submission to managers/agents...though you can never go wrong getting more professional ones taken. :-)

She is 12 but I think she can photograph older or younger.

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Thanks DK.. should I be worried she looks too old? I didnt think so at 1st, but now I am unsure.

Snapshots are OK to submit for children just starting out, and these should do the trick. She's got a great look and if she can act, I am sure there will be interest.

Good luck.

Best,
Ron

She looks 18 !

Ron..thanks for your response. But what about the modeling agencies such as Product, Generation, Ford, etc. Do you think any of these agencies will have interest, or does she look too old? Product did invite her to the open call based on one of the pictures, so I am assuming they must see something in her thats marketable??

WOW! I guess as her mom, I just dont see it!LOL
To me, she looks 12, and even younger in some of the pics. The pic with her wearing Orange, 18???? She is also only 4ft 10

If this is for modeling, looking 18 is not a problem. Many, many models are under 18 -- it may be a sad commentary on our society, but it's a fact.

If it's for acting, looking older than your age can (but not always) be a problem because directors often choose older kids to play younger because they are more mature and able to handle the rigors of the set (as well as costing less -- no tutors, or handlers -- if they are over 18, playing younger).

That being said, I wouldn't worry too much about it. The agencies are showing interest, and that's a good thing!

Good luck.

Best,

Ron

She definitley DOES NOT look older in person. She looks like a regular 12 year old, certainly not even close to 18.
From a couple of the opinions here though, I am concerned that she may look older in her pictures and this may hurt her chance of getting signed. She can only do children's modeling, as her height is 4ft10! I think these pics just show how photogenic she is, and isnt that what they are looking for?

Hi Coolmom,

Your daughter is beautiful.

Considering her height you should encourage her to "shine" some more in her shots. I think it'll make her come across as more her age.

Watch the poses too, she's hitting the three quarter shot with her thumbs in her pocket a bit too aggressively.

She can hit those poses after her growth spurt.

Good luck,

rod

Thanks for the compliment RGP! When you say "shine" I am assuming you mean more smiley? haha (I am new to all of this!)

I didnt realize the thumb in the pockets suggested a more mature look, but I guess you are right!

I am going to take some "younger" shots taking your advice and see how those look. I will post them here once done. Thanks

Hi Coolmom,

You know, it's not the thumbs per se, but more the overall body language, and yeah, I mean the "s" word. I never use that word to clients when I shoot them, I think it conjures up the dreaded "auto smile".

Also, when you take her picture try a more eye level approach than what you did with the thumbs in pocket shot where you are below her.

Good luck,

rod

I think these photos are fine for seeing Product. They will see her in person and they will certainly ask you to get professional pix for her comp card anyway. You can deal with the age versus looks issue when you do those shots. If you are taking new shapshots before tomorrow, i would suggest you flatten her out as much as possible on the top. They do not want to see development (if you know what i mean) if you can help it.