Are you one of those who've dreamed about gliding down the catwalk in Milan, flashbulbs popping all around, with hundreds of people focusing their attention just on you? You.re not alone!

At Barbizon, you will learn the same modeling techniques used by today's top fashion models. Classes in voice projection, self-confidence, print, and runway will give you a professional edge no matter what your ultimate goals may be.

But first things first, here are a few different types and levels of female modeling:

Basic Requirements to Become a Commercial Print Model

To become a commercial print model for magazines, catalogs, product ads, store advertisements, clothing ads, etc., companies are looking for "real people" types of all looks and sizes to advertise their products and services. These models are just what the name suggests: ordinary looking people to represent someone the average consumer can identify with in their ads.

Basic Requirements for a Fashion Model

If you want to be a runway or fashion model you should be tall, long-legged and lean. The age range is usually 14-21 give or take a year. Fashion industry standards for Fashion Models is 5'8" to 6' tall, size 6-8 with average weight of 108-125lbs. This body type looks good on the runway and in front of the camera.

Fashion Modeling may seem easy, but those with the training and experience are the ones most sought after. Taking modeling classes at Barbizon will help you learn the skills needed to become a successful model, or to just teach you confidence in general.

Click here for more information on our female, male, and child modeling programs or learn what it takes to become a model!

In addition to our programs, many of the Barbizon Schools have an in-house modeling agency to help our graduates work as models.

Click here for more information about Barbizon's Modeling Agencies

In addition to our programs, many of the Barbizon Schools have an in-house modeling agency to help our graduates work as models.