First modeling attempt

2024/11/10 Edited to

... Read moreModeling is a captivating endeavor that combines self-expression and artistry. Many aspiring models navigate their initial poses and expressions, which can often lead to impressive breakthroughs. An alternative fashion style covers various themes, from gothic aesthetics to unique, bold expressions. Popular brands like ROMWE offer stylish options for individuals exploring this niche, including chic crop tops that can be paired with various outfits. For those diving into plus-size modeling, understanding body positivity and self-confidence is key. It's essential for aspiring models to focus on their strengths and curate creative content that resonates with niche audiences. Engaging with hashtags such as #gothicmodel, #altfashion, and #plussizemodel facilitates community building, enabling models to share experiences and support each other. Along this journey, staying authentic and true to personal style can significantly improve content visibility and audience engagement. Using social media platforms to showcase one's journey can be incredibly rewarding, providing inspiration and motivation to countless individuals in the modeling community.

149 comments

Meredith Garcia's images
Meredith Garcia

The haters really need to stop, people are beautiful inside and out no matter what gender or what body shape you are! We need more people and more love in the world! @Leviathan 🦇 don’t let the haters get to you! You are beautiful and amazing just the way you are! Sending all the love🩷🩷

See more(1)

See more comments

Related posts

How I Passed my NCLEX, On the First Attempt!✨👩🏾‍⚕️
1. UWorld🤗! - The UWorld practice exam format is identical to the NCLEX - I practiced everyday for 2 weeks at least 85 questions!! - I used the CAT exam format a lot and it gave me an insight on what I needed to work on the most. Also great practice for the real exam because it’s adaptive💕
Kaylinds🧚🏾‍♀️

Kaylinds🧚🏾‍♀️

270 likes

A young woman with long dark hair and a pearl necklace, wearing a black satin shirt, smiles at the camera. Behind her is a large green plant. The image introduces "Modeling Do's & don'ts (For new models)" with the Lemon8 handle @bellaluna_.
A young woman with long brown hair, wearing a black crop top, blue jeans, and sneakers, stands sideways, smiling at the camera. The text provides "Castings" advice, including wearing black form-fitting clothes and practicing your walk.
A woman with an elaborate, sculptural hairstyle and dramatic makeup wears a reddish-brown, structured dress. The text offers "Photoshoots" tips, such as practicing poses and having ten ready before a shoot.
Modeling do’s & don’ts
Ahh maybe this is helpful.. maybe not But when I first started I had no idea I was supposed to wear black and I did my make up for my first casting. While I still got casted wearing bright orange and makeup, it’s not common and I was very fortunate! Not all of this is necessary but to build your
Bella Luna

Bella Luna

260 likes

A black and white image of a photography studio setup with lighting equipment and a backdrop, featuring the title 'MODEL MUST HAVES for Beginners'.
A person in black high heels holds modeling materials, with text listing essential modeling elements: 'DIGITALS, PORTFOLIO, COMP CARDS, RUNWAY WALK, MEASUREMENTS'.
Text defining 'Digitals' as a modeling resume, detailing how to create them with simple clothes, natural light, and key shots, against a blurred background of a model being photographed.
Modeling Basics ✨📸
Modeling Basics: What You Need to Succeed 🌟 Digitals Digitals are your modeling resume! They showcase your natural beauty and proportions without makeup or filters. Wear simple, form-fitting clothes, use natural lighting, and include shots like full body, close-up, and profile. Keep them clean,
Itsaperezz

Itsaperezz

252 likes

A screenshot of an ATI TEAS Version 7 Individual Performance Profile, showing a total score of 81.3% and an Academic Preparedness Level of Advanced, with comparison to national and ADN program means.
The cover of the Official ATI TEAS Study Guide 2024-2025, highlighting features like 600+ practice questions, a full-length practice test, and detailed explanations.
A YouTube video screenshot and channel details for "Nurse Cheung," featuring content on "ATI TEAS Science Version 7 Anatomy and Physiology" with 1M views.
Passed TEAS on first attempt 🥰
I studied 6 hours a day for 5 days and passed my TEAS on the 1st attempt and this is what I used. #exam #examstudytips #nursingstudent
Cami M

Cami M

17 likes

First Chocoflan Attempt 🍫🍮
First attempt at chocoflan didn’t go perfectly… but after a little fix, it looked amazing 😍🍫🍮. Have you ever saved a baking fail? Caramel: 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup water Flan: 1 can evaporated milk 1 can sweetened condensed milk 1/2 block cream cheese 5 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract M
Pao

Pao

69 likes

so ive been teaching myself 3d modeling
this has been a fun hobby I've gotten into and im currently working on making some of my sketches into models #art3d #3dmodeling
Biscuts_bakery

Biscuts_bakery

3 likes

first attempt at protein bagels!
for my first attempt they didn’t turn out too bad! • 1 cup plain yogurt • 1 cup bread flour • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder • 1/2 tsp salt • 1 egg #proteinbagel #highproteinbagel #macrotracking #highproteinrecipe #highprotein
lexx

lexx

174 likes

First Balaclava Attempt 🤭
I definitely need more practice 🫣 #crochet #handmade #balaclava #beanie
A Touch of Pearl

A Touch of Pearl

7 likes

First Attempt At A Quick Weave
DIY Quickweave - This is my first time trying it, how did I do? #quickweave #protectivehairstyles #diyhairstyles #Lemon8Diary
Vivavontay

Vivavontay

668 likes

💻Try Linear Regression Modeling in Python
Since we’ve covered basic concepts like mean, median, correlation and linear regression, it is time we practiced using Python. Please refer to the pictures in this post for detailed coding and data display. 🖋️Get data set from Kaggle I downloaded the Titanic data set from the famous data scie
Capital&Crypto

Capital&Crypto

13 likes

Tasted 10/10 for my first attempt 🍵
#coffeetray #coffeeaesthetic #matcha #matchalatte #pinkaesthetic
jaeinpink

jaeinpink

1021 likes

First attempt at Rhaenyra’s crown. 🖤
#booktok #agameofthrones #houseofthedragon #rhaenyratargaryen #hotd
BooksWithMeagan 📖

BooksWithMeagan 📖

182 likes

first attempt at Candy kabobs
my son and I wanted to make candy kabobs for baseball it was a lot of fun and I think we did a pretty good job for our first attempt. did use TikTok help with her inspiration @sugaronsugarlb
Rae

Rae

878 likes

Modeling Headshot Tips
Your headshot is your first impression—it should capture your natural beauty, confidence, and professionalism. These tips will help you when you’re creating new headshots for your portfolio and for castings. Choose clean, minimal makeup, natural lighting, and simple styling to let your feat
Chanelle Renee

Chanelle Renee

19 likes

First Attempt At Sugar Cookies
I've always wanted to be a baker, so I just said why not start now! I handmade the cookies and royal icing from scratch, and i'm very impressed with how they turned out! What do you guys think? 🤔 Any Tips From Other Bakers Out There? If You'd Like A Recipe Video/Post, Comment Down B
Jasmine Smythe

Jasmine Smythe

1361 likes

HOW I STARTED MODELING
Modeling well honestly, any work of passion is an investment of time and money! This is just a small start to my journey and how I made into a full time thing kinda…I wanted to be aware that I never used agency I tried…but it was just not useful and a waste of lots of money! There are good ones tho
⋆.˚✮𝔍𝖆𝖟𝖟𝖞✮˚.⋆

⋆.˚✮𝔍𝖆𝖟𝖟𝖞✮˚.⋆

730 likes

My first attempt at making pretzels
Ingredients: For the Pretzels: 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C) 1 tsp salt 1 tbsp granulated sugar 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup baking soda (for boiling) Coarse sea salt (for topping, plain option) For the Cheese T
Zahra Nur

Zahra Nur

20 likes

My first attempt at DIY Dashboards
Y'all know I am not an artist or crafty by any means, but I had a lot of fun making these and I've already discovered where I went wrong and plan to redo them all soon. My dashboards are just one of my favorite new features in my life binder. Catch my YouTube video coming this Sunday an
BloomingKortnea

BloomingKortnea

36 likes

First Attempt EVER Baking Banana Bread 🍌
my first ever attempt at banana bread!! 🍌 this was highly requested 😁 #fyp #baking Full video is on my tiktok!! (Lemon8 pls allow longer videos)
Michael🎀

Michael🎀

519 likes

First Plush Attempt vs Expectations 🥲
Okay, so this is officially my first time making a plush… and also my first time actually following a crochet pattern. Not gonna lie, it’s a little off from the original design, but honestly? I kind of love it anyway. 😅 It’s a mix of “what I made” vs “what it’s supposed to be,” and I’m just here c
Leigh Smith

Leigh Smith

2 likes

First attempt - Tell me what you think!🧡🍁
Ombre dyed Pumpkin Spice #Stanley and matching dyed boot #pumpkinspice #ombre #stanleyaccessories #letschat #tellme #blackgirlcreator #etsyseller
CWP By Alyssa

CWP By Alyssa

360 likes

A blurry, artistic photo of a woman with long hair wearing a black slip dress and a necklace, with the text 'lemon8 @laurenporretta' in the bottom left corner.
A photographer with red hair is seen from behind, holding a camera and photographing a model in a studio, with the text 'how I started MODELING' overlaid.
A woman in a black slip dress and black heels holds a plaid jacket, standing in a studio. Text indicates '2016 This is the year it started. my friend asked me to model for her photography project.'
HOW I STARTED MODELING
I’ve been paid $200 an HOUR to stand there, look pretty, AND WAVE to people 😂😂 because I got my self involved, I got my name out there as a model and said yes to opportunities that came my way!! It’s not always about signing with an agency, although they can DO WONDERS!!!! I do not look at any
Clay & Lauren

Clay & Lauren

15 likes

First Gelli plate attempt 😅
My first attempt at using a #gelliplate . Of course I would want a "perfect" image pull, but hey, #wabisabi is fine as well. I'll keep trying 😅🥰
⚡❤️‍🔥Dutchie❤️‍🔥⚡

⚡❤️‍🔥Dutchie❤️‍🔥⚡

2 likes

My first croissant attempt
A little crazy walk through of my experience doing this with my kids is up on our YouTube channel🧡“Hometosoulbakingco” This was honestly such a stressful experience because all I’ve ever heard is how difficult they are to make so I was consciously following every step with as much care and presci
Home to Soul Baking Co

Home to Soul Baking Co

166 likes

A newly completed quilt, featuring alternating squares of blue striped fabric and dark blue fabric with light blue turtle patterns, hangs in a living room. A dog sits on a recliner in the background. The image has a "New hobby To try something new" text overlay.
First attempt at quilting
Total beginner. I am teaching myself :) If I can do it, you can do it. Now for the quilt sandwich. #beginnerquilter #tryit #konafabric
Sewingwiththewaves

Sewingwiththewaves

26 likes

My first ever attempt at an edit
#editing #edit #edits #leonkennedyre4 #residentevil
Lucas 🗣️🗣️🗣️

Lucas 🗣️🗣️🗣️

11 likes

A person taking a selfie, surrounded by open makeup bags filled with brushes and cosmetics. The image has text overlays 'MODELING 101' and 'First steps to get started'.
A person in a black tank top stands against a wooden wall. Text overlays instruct to 'BUILD UP YOUR PORTFOLIO' by taking digitals, lifestyle pictures, and doing test shoots.
Two people in athletic wear pose with a soccer ball against a backdrop of palm trees. Text overlays list measurements like 'Height, Bust, Waist, Hips, Shoe size, Dress, Pants, Shirt'.
Modeling 101📸
Here is a short and sweet lil guide on how to get started in the Modeling world🎬📸 Feel free to ask me anything 💕 I am beyond grateful to be able to do what I love for a living🥰 #modelinglife #modelingadvice #printmodel #commercial
Myworldaspmz

Myworldaspmz

12 likes

A detailed black and white graphite drawing of a human eye, featuring a tear falling from the lower eyelid. The drawing showcases intricate details in the iris, fine eyelashes, and textured skin around the eye, rendered on a textured paper surface.
first attempt with graphite
graphite allows me to create more precise details. at least that's the impression I've gotten by using it. I may just need better charcoal tools lol. either way, this is my first attempt using only graphite while using a reference image. hope y'all like it 🍋 . . . #charcoal #char
Damienium

Damienium

4 likes

Shrimp Lo Mein: First Attempt 🍜🍤
For this to be my first try… yeah, I’m impressed. #fyp #Takeout #easyrecipes #foryoupage South Carolina
Rell Beauty

Rell Beauty

26 likes

How to start modeling vol. 1 🖤
Model fam, SAVE THESE FOR LATER ✨🖤✨ Once you understand these 5 key principles, getting started with modeling will become so much easier! And nowadays, modeling is much more than just building a strong portfolio, you have to also know how to brand yourself and use social media to your advantage
Chanelle Renee

Chanelle Renee

28 likes

My first attempt at this meal
Big credit to @Madison ✨ (Recommend looking at her steps to make this) The meal was absolutely affordable and those green beans were so delicious!! #dinner ideas
vintagecurlsbra

vintagecurlsbra

978 likes

My First Attempt at a 1950’s Miniature Bedroom
What else should I add? #midcenturymodernvibes #dollhouse #miniature #tinythings #miniworld
Era Miniatures

Era Miniatures

28 likes

Secrets I learned in modeling school 💋
#makeup #model #beauty #modelinglife #summerbod
Pretti App

Pretti App

11 likes

A model in a white dress walks a runway, with spectators on both sides. Blue butterflies are digitally added, and text overlays read "Modeling Tips for when you first start out" and "HITNEY RTINEZ," relating to advice for new models.
Modeling tips
>Find a class with a reputable business/experienced model. I took my first class from a local model who had walked in NYFW, LAFW, and lots of local shows and not only did I learn a lot from her, but she connected me to local industry professionals >Never pay to participate in a fashion show
Cait

Cait

5 likes

finished an first attempt
#letschat #Lemon8Diary #shareyourthoughts first time making a quilt it’s so comfy 🥹🥹
Penelope16

Penelope16

17 likes

PET tape journal spread first attempt
I’ve become addicted to PET tape. I love watching the videos of people making spreads so I thought I’d give it a try. This is my first attempt so be nice. #journaling #journalinspiration #Lemon8Diary
Shiba

Shiba

6 likes

Pass your NCLEX in your very first attempt dm
#nclex2025 #fyp #viral #trending #nurse
Lemon538402516164

Lemon538402516164

21 likes

First diamond painting attempt
#diamond painting #lemon8bookclub
E-lol

E-lol

12 likes

My first attempt at making cheesecake
I never made dessert because I always seem to mess it up everytime. I got a request to make a cheesecake so thought I’d give it a go! Excited to share the recipe because I think it was sooo tasty! #cheesecakes #Cheesecake #reeses #peanutbutter #chocolate #easyrecipe #dessert #bak
Vick Herring

Vick Herring

297 likes

A copy of "The Pucking Wrong Man" by C.R. Jane, alongside pastel highlighters and a pack of Color Note sticky tabs, with text stating "MY FIRST TIME ANNOTATING!".
Four different packs of Color Note sticky tabs, each featuring a unique color palette, displayed with text "COLOR TABS TO GO WITH THE BOOKS AESTHETIC".
The book "The Pucking Wrong Man" by C.R. Jane, with three pastel angled highlighters placed on top, and text "ANGLED HIGHLIGHTERS THAT DON'T GO THROUGH THE PAGES".
My first annotation attempt!
OK hear me out! I’m the type of girly who likes her books as shelf trophies! Which is why I highlight and add notes on my kindle when I read, then you guys can enjoy them with me if you follow me on Goodreads. BUT lately I’ve been reading more paperback books and thought I’d give it a go! So
CanieshiaPowell

CanieshiaPowell

24 likes

my first attempt at making a video of our DIY renovation🫣
I'm pretty much new to all social media in the "public" sense, but that doesn't negate the fact that I'm too obviously eager to make a fool of myself and let everyone watch us attempt to turn a hoarded 1960s basement in to a poshmark and tiktok little reselling boutique on a BU
Cursive.Cowgirls

Cursive.Cowgirls

135 likes

A young Black woman in a light dress smiles while holding a green drink at a restaurant table, with another woman across from her. A person with photography equipment is visible on the left, indicating a modeling shoot. The image has text overlay "My first time modeling my experience" and a color palette.
first time modeling experience
hello lemon8’s!!! guess what i just had the opportunity to experience??! my very first modeling gig! i’ve always wanted to work in the entertainment industry as seen in my previous posts but i finally had the chance to get somewhere in the “spotlight!” i found this gig on fb looking for people to m
ksanideco

ksanideco

17 likes

First attempt with alcohol markers & color pencils
Any tips? #learning #markerart #colored pencils #Lemon8Diary #fyp
Smitt Inkz

Smitt Inkz

19 likes

My First Attempt to do a Mushroom Cut ✨🥰
#beautyfinds #pixiecuthairstyle #pixiecutblackwomen #pixiecut #shorthaircut
Autumn

Autumn

63 likes

First attempt at a crochet ring 💍
Go easy on me!! This is my very first time trying to make a crochet ring! I’m kinda proud of myself. I’ve attempted to do different things with crochet 🧶 like twice in the past but I couldn’t stick with it. Now I can’t keep my hands off of it🥹👏🏾 #crochet #ThingsToDo #beginnercrocheter
Jasmine✝️💕

Jasmine✝️💕

4 likes

This was my first modeling gig I did it for my mom
#Iwas8
Sophianna❤️❤️❤️

Sophianna❤️❤️❤️

3 likes

See more