The End Of Warhol’s Unconventional Magazine
An end of an era. The historic Interview magazine, founded by Andy Warhol in 1969, has closed down.
A wall of Interview magazine covers is one of the displays seen at The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh. (Photo: Getty Images)
Interview magazine was one of the most famous arts and culture publications of downtown New York for the last 50 years. Back in its glory days, Interview was nicknamed as the “Crystal Ball of Pop”. David Bowie, Elizabeth Taylor, Madonna, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, and Cher were just a few names who became covers of this cultural talking piece.
Peter Brant was the owner of the glossy magazine since 1989. The bad news of the magazine’s folding came out this week after facing a series of financial and legal issues. According to Page Six, Fabien Baron, the former editorial director, and his wife, the stylist Ludivine Poiblanc, filed a lawsuit against the magazine earlier this month claiming more than $600,000 for consulting and styling work. But the magazine’s problems didn’t end there. Karl Templer, the creative director of the magazine, was also accused of sexual misconduct. In February, Interview was kicked out of its luxurious Soho offices since the landlords were not receiving the rent checks.
This avant-garde publication has repeatedly monopolized the interest of its readers with its sophisticated covers. Even the most recent ones, such as the September 2017 issue, illustrating Kim Kardashian as Jackie Kennedy photographed by Steven Klein.
The magazine had iconic status. Interview was featured in the CW’s television series The Carrie Diaries, a prequel to HBO’s Sex and the City, where the young Carrie Bradshaw leaves her small town in Connecticut to get a full-time job at Interview, in New York City.
“I tell everyone they can be on the cover of Interview,” once said Andy Warhol to the late editor Glenn O’Brien. Indeed, many did. But, what about now? How will the rest of us get our cover?
Calling All Glam Goths: World Goth Day Shopping Guide
May 22nd, and it’s World Goth Day!
We like to express ourselves through our style choices. Although, as a model, you may feel that you are restricted to skinny jeans and a tank or t-shirt. But, there are ways to show your individual personality in model “casting appropriate” outfits. We’ve created goth inspired shopping guides with all the latest Spring Summer arrivals. It’s body conscious, modern, has just enough detail, and also warm weather friendly.
Top Shop Lace Bodysuit $55 (www.nordstrom.com)
Diesel De-Freed Short Pants $148 (www.diesel.com)
All Saints Elio Sheer Parka $305 (www.allsaints.com)
All Saints Lora Dress $135 (www.allsaints.com)
Diesel D-Arlin HSE Sandals $135 (www.diesel.com)
BlankNYC Smoke And Mirrors-pants $98 (www.blanknyc.com)
Dolls Kill Dark Dream About It Net Skirt $18 (www.dollskill.com)
Dolls Kill Pray No Evil Cross Earrings $10 (www.dollskill.com)
Top Shop Firework Leather Sandal $85 (www.nordstrom.com)
Zara Lace Peplum Top $39.90 (www.zara.com)
Mali + Lili Quilted Vegan Leather Convertible Belt Bag $54 (www.nordstrom.com)
Zara Contrast Lace Jumpsuit $69.90 (www.zara.com)
All Saints Teralta Coat $525 (www.allsaints.com)
AG Jeans The Anders Pocket Crew $88 (www.agjeans.com)
Alexander McQueen Double Wrap Leather Bracelet $275 (www.nordstrom.com)
All Saints Tallis Pants $165 (www.allsaints.com)
ASOS Jeepers Peepers Round Sunglasses In Black $29 (www.asos.com)
Hugo Boss Slim Fit Crew Neck Tank Top In Single Jersey $37 (www.hugoboss.com)
Zara Bermuda Shorts With Studded Waist $45.90 (www.zara.com)
Diesel D-Jack CB Boots $185 (www.diesel.com)
Treasure And Bond Pocket Linen Sport Shirt $69 (www.nordstrom.com)
Icon Brand Perennial Ring $25 (www.urbanoutfitters.com)
Zara Skinny Satin Finish Trousers $29.90 (www.zara.com)
Zara Faux Leather Blazer $149 (www.zara.com)
What Is Informal Modeling?
After launching a new collection, the designer or a representative circulates the department stores and boutiques that sell their brand. They present the new designs to their customers as well as educate the stores’ employees about the collection. It typically takes two or three days of presentations and events per store, which can include product knowledgement meetings, informals, a personal appearance of the designer, trunk shows, or a runway show.
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Informal and trunk show bookings require models to have a lot of personality, and the confidence to speak with customers about the clothing he or she is wearing. Models usually stand on podiums or walk around the store with poise and elegance, while interacting with the shoppers or attendees.
Other informal bookings may be for local boutiques or charity fundraisers that showcase a designer’s collection but does not necessarily work with the designer or brand directly.
Although informals are not always as highly paid as catalog and advertising work, they are a great way to meet new clients and make money in between print bookings. If a department store latches onto you, as one of their favorite models, they could potentially book you up to five times per week, depending on the company and location.
When you get an informal or trunk show booking, be prepared to arrive with your hair and makeup done (female models) or groomed (male models). Because these types of bookings have little production, other than the store manager giving you outfits to walk around in, they rarely have hair and makeup artists. You will also need to bring a selection of undergarments and shoes (which should be permanently in your model bag). On occasion you might be provided shoes, but in general, you won’t. Your agent will let you know if there are any specific directions for hair, makeup, and items to bring. Should you regularly book informals for a particular department store, expect to follow their guidelines for each booking, unless they let you know otherwise.
But most importantly, arrive at least ten minutes earlier than the call time. It can be time-consuming finding the department or location of the event, or the manager or representative. Live events make clients anxious because it is difficult to work around late models or other challenges that can occur. Be kind, and you never know, the designer might love you and want to book you for another event, like fashion week!
Academy Of Art Spring 2018 Fashion Show
The Academy of Art Fashion School graduates of 2018 recently had their runway show. An event that not only celebrates the incredible achievements of the students, but it also acknowledges a selection of fashion industry professionals. This year, the University’s President, Elisa Stephens, granted honorary doctorates to; Alexander Fury, a fashion journalist, author, and critic. New York-based fashion designer, Andre Walker, and Lutz Huelle, a fashion designer from Paris.
THE DESIGNERS
The students’ collections were equally varied as they were riveting. A sign that creativity will remain abundant for household and future labels to come.
We wanted to delve into the stories behind their designs and were thrilled to interview the designers of five collections that featured in the show.
Zixuan (Stella) Quan (BFA Fashion Design) Lulu Hui-Ju Tsai (BFA Knitwear Design)
Luis Guillen G. (BFA Fashion Design)
Justin Ho (BFA Fashion Design)
Justin Ho (BFA Fashion Design)
Justin Ho (BFA Fashion Design)
Jeannifer Tirtamarta (BFA Fashion Design)
Jeannifer Tirtamarta (BFA Fashion Design)
Hanh (Susan) Nguyen (BFA Fashion Design) Emily McCarty (BFA Textile Design)
Jerry Lee (BFA Fashion Design)
McKaela Christenson (BFA Knitwear Design)
Sam Shan (BFA Fashion Design) Marisa Chentakul (BFA Textile Design)
Photos: Kristin Gerbert/ KG Photography
HAIR & MAKEUP
We also went backstage to ask Victor Cembellin, Senior Artist for MAC Cosmetics, and Jon Reyman, hair stylist and founder of Spoke & Weal, about the inspiration for the hair and makeup. The punk-hair mixed with the 90’s matte and glossy makeup created a look made for an amazing night out!
THE MODELS
Of course, we could not leave backstage without talking to some of the models. All were happy to describe the looks they were going to be donning down the runway. We also found out some of their routines for prepping for fashion shows.
FULL VIDEO
Watch the video below to get the full interviews and overview of the Academy Of Art Spring 2018 show.
Special thanks to: Simon Ungless (Executive Director of the School of Fashion), Elena Eberhard (Public Relations & Special Events Manager for the School of Fashion), Victor Cembellin (Senior Artist at MAC Cosmetics), Jon Reyman (Hair Stylist and Founder of Spoke & Weal), Stefanie Jessica (BFA Fashion Design), Luis Guillen G. (BFA Fashion Design), Uchechi Anigbogu (BFA Fashion Design), Jie (Robert) Ren (BFA Textile Design), McKaela Christenson (BFA Knitwear Design), Felix Ryan (BFA Fashion Design), Academy of Art University, Kristin Gerbert (KG Photography), Models: August Gonet, Rachel Heath, Marie, and Olivia Moore.
Why Dance Helps Modeling
Clients expect models to be able to move well in front of the camera. They hire models because they not only want to create their conceptualized images to a T, but they also want to capture them in the least amount of time, potentially reducing costs of production. Clients do not want further delays, motivating and directing their models into poses. This is why it is helpful for models to have a dance background.
Models should move with fluidity, poise, and coordination. Whether it is an edgy editorial or a smiley e-commerce shoot, it’s important to adjust your poses and expressions with ease. Even the way you hold your hands or position your feet can make or break a shot. Get used to pointing your toes, and connecting your ankles while keeping your feet out or straight ahead. Turning your feet inwards will give you a pigeon toe look. Unless you are asked to create awkward angles, it can project the wrong body language. Hands should look graceful, by keeping the fingers relaxed and close together. If they are too wide apart or stiff, it can make the pose look clumsy. However, some shoots may require the hands to create sharp lines, particularly for editorials.
Valeska @valeska_miller by Oliver Endahl @balletzaida Music by Joshua Piper @heavypiano
Although we suggest adding dance to your extra-curricular activities to help with your posing, there are bookings that require models to physically dance during the shoot. Karlie Kloss and Liu Wen were photographed for Vogue while showing their dance skills, and Joan Smalls was paired up with professional dancer and choreographer, Lil Buck for the Wall Street Journal. Additionally, more and more athletic wear brands cater to dancers; such as Nike and Reebok. These clients often request models who are, at the very least, amateur or semi-professional dancers for their campaigns.
But, it’s not only your print jobs that will benefit from dance. Runway too! Walking in high heels, making turns on the catwalk, and having the correct posture is all about movement and balance – which are the basics of dance. For instance, to do a full or half-turn without stumbling; you need to find a focal point in the direction of the audience. Staring at this point throughout the turn will force your head to whip around. This is called ‘spotting’, a technique used by dancers to maintain balance.
Applying dance to your modeling will broaden your job opportunities, keep you in shape, and help with your posture, poses, and stamina.
Karlie Kloss by Arthur Elgort for Vogue Australia
Liu Wen by Daniel Jackson for Vogue China
Joan Smalls and Lil Buck for the Wall Street Journal by Daniel Jackson
Chargebacks: What Are They And Why Do Models Have Them?
When your agency issues your checks, based on the compensation received from your clients, you will notice that there are deductions. These deductions are known as “chargebacks.”
Chargebacks are advances the agency makes on your behalf, which could include:
- Portfolios
- Prints.
- Comp cards.
- Agency promotional packages.
- Test shoots.
- Website maintenance fee.
- Airline tickets.
- Hotels.
- Model Apartments
- Car Service.
- Courier fees.
When your client requires you to travel for a job, or another agency invites you to work in their market, the agency may advance the cost of the flight and accommodation. You should make sure to keep track of all the advanced expenses so that you have a record to compare to the deductions made from your check. The accounting department in any agency, upon request, will give you a list of your chargebacks.
In the event that your contract is not renewed or is terminated by your agency, any remaining chargebacks will be due and payable at that time.
As in any career, your investment, whether it is in promotional materials or travel to different markets, enhances your ability to become a successful model.
Don’t forget to consult your accountant to find out which chargebacks, if any, are tax deductible.
WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS: Spin Til You Sweat Playlist And Shopping Guide
Workout Wednesday - Spin Til You Sweat Playlist
If you're wanting to spin your butt off or just channel your inner Ariana Grande from the "Side to Side" music video, here's a playlist that will keep your legs moving, and dancing in your seat!
Don't forget to check out Pop Sugar's shopping guide that's made for all you spinners!
No Matter How You Spin It - You Need These Essentials For Indoor Cycling!
Indoor cycling and Spin classes are a mainstay at the gym, but specialized boutique studios like Flywheel Sports, SoulCycle, and Cyc are bringing the workout to more people than ever before. Regardless of where you choose to turn the wheel, you'll need the right gear.
What You Should Have In Your Model Bag
Whether you are a model running between castings and jobs every day, or you're just doing it on an occasional basis; have a designated model bag with the following essentials. You will be prepared for any modeling situation, and don't think the clients won't notice! Remember to also bring it with you when you go to your agency. This is in case you need to do some digis or meet a client last minute.
WHAT MODELS SHOULD HAVE IN THEIR BAG.
PORTFOLIO - Yes, this may be obvious, but you would be surprised by how many models forget their books!
UNDERWEAR- Women should have a matching set of seamless underwear. Including a strapless bra and thong. You can throw in a more 'pretty' or 'sexy' set for any lingerie style castings. Men should have fitted boxer-briefs, briefs, and a tank top as an undershirt. All items should be a solid color, in nude, white, black and grey.
PEN & PAPER - Apart from general note taking, you may need to write down last minute important information, if you, the client, or the agent does not have access to text or email.
COSMETICS- These include makeup remover, face and body moisturizer, and SPF. This is so you can remove makeup whenever needed, and keep your skin looking hydrated and healthy throughout the day.
CHICKEN CUTLETS - Female models should have underwear accessories such as bra fillers 'chicken cutlets', pasties and bra straps. This is so the clothes can fall properly and avoid any bra peekaboo!
HOSIERY & DRESS SOCKS - Women should have nude and black hose. Men should carry brown and black dress socks. Clients do not always provide these items but need them to complete a look.
SWIMWEAR - Female models, in particular, should always have a bathing suit with them. Some clients might prefer that you wear this while measuring you or shooting digitals, rather than being in your underwear. And, it should always be a two-piece. Guys do not use bathing shorts as much, but it's good to keep in the bag just in case. Similarly to underwear, your bathing suit should be well fitted, a dark solid color, and in good condition.
ELECTRIC SHAVER - Especially for guys who are prone to the 5 o'clock shadow. If a client wants you looking the same way at 4 pm as you did at 9 am, you will need to give your face a once over. This will maintain consistency during the shoot, and you can do this right on the spot without cutting yourself. Also, there could be occasions when you are asked to arrive with a few days growth of facial hair, but then the client decides they want you clean shaven.
HAIRBRUSH & HAIR ACCESSORIES - Always carry a hairbrush and hairspray, gel, or whatever product you prefer, to keep your hair looking groomed throughout the day. If you have long hair, you should also have hair ties and kirby grips to pull it back.
FACE & BODY WIPES - Aside from cleaning your hands while on a lunch break during a location shoot, they are also great for wiping off makeup both on your face and body. Additionally, they work wonders for your underarms, when you can't apply deodorant due to wearing your client's clothes.
LINT ROLLER - You'd be amazed by how many models walk around with lint all over their black clothes.
MAKEUP & MAKEUP BRUSHES - This is for any touchups needed while on a booking without a makeup artist on set. However, if there is a makeup artist, this will come in handy should you be allergic to the products. Lastly, you will be able to apply or readjust makeup in between castings and bookings.
MANICURE KIT & CLEAR NAIL POLISH - You never know when you might break a nail! For all bookings, models are required to have neat and tidy nails. Sometimes the client might request that your nails be a certain length or shape. Unless you are expected to have an elaborate mani, it is unlikely that there will be a manicurist on set, so be prepared to do it yourself. Also, clear nail polish works great when applied on to snags in hosiery, to prevent them from running and getting larger.
TRAVEL SEWING KIT - For any wardrobe malfunctions during castings and bookings.
SHOES - Although you will most likely have a whole other bag full of shoes to take with you to bookings, you should also throw a pair or two into your model bag, suitable for last minute castings or digis.
WATER & SNACKS- For when you don't have time to pick up food in between castings and bookings, or if the catering is not your cup of tea. It's important to keep your energy and sugar levels well regulated.
PHONE & WALLET - Just DON'T leave home without them! And, remember to charge your phone.
MAP OR PRINTED DIRECTIONS - In case your phone gets flat and you can't charge it, or you have bad reception, it's always good to have a backup for locating where your bookings and appointments are.
WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS: Biceps And Triceps With David Kait
Workout Wednesday - with David Kait
David Kait is back, and he has a killer workout for your biceps and triceps!
Watch David explain the movement and form of each exercise, grab the equipment listed below
Then GO FOR IT!
Deuserband
Pair of Dumbbells - and if you don't have any, there are some household objects that are great alternatives.
Bench/chair
If you want a longer workout, check out his leg and chest & back exercises.
1) Hammer Curls 3 x 16 reps
2) Concentration Curls 3 x 6 reps each arm
3) Deuserband Curls 3 x 16 reps
4) Bench Dips 3 x 16 reps
5) Rear Tricep Extension with 3 x 8 reps each arm
