To all my beautiful granddaughters.

1. Elly
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MODELING AGENCIES
For Lexie & Katy
Researched by
Elly Potamianos

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MODEL AGENCIES
Researched by Elly Potamianos
Elite and Ford seems to be the top modeling agencies that have a chain of affiliate offices in Chicago and elsewhere.
Also, in the following latest answer researched for today’s modeling agencies as follows:
Ford, Factor Women, BMG and Lily's Talent are all legit and all represent models who are 14. In fact, most top models
start when they are 14 or 15 - Kate Moss, Gisele,Daria Werbowy, Adriana Lima, etc all got started when they were 14
These are my first choices with John Robert Powers, and Lily’s at the top. Always google and read the reviews then look
up the website. Although, many websites have applications it’s best to first call, make an appointment with a reliable
head of authority and show a professional portfolio. Don’t be embarrassed to bring a chaperone to help you read and
sign any contracts along with the government tax forms required. Always let a reliable adult know where you are going
with contact information. In a matter of fact it’s highly recommended to take someone with you for as many shoots as
possible. You are jewels at a very tender age that need protection from predators, stalkers, and deviant individuals that
prey on the most attractive and outstanding people of all ages. I would be delighted to take professional photographs of
you with my new camera. (Continued on P-3) Love Grandmama Elly
JOHN ROBERT POWERS ACADEMY (comment: this has a great variety for all industries)
8430 W. Bryn Mawr, Suite 100
Chicago, Illinois 60631
(773) 413-6400 - Phone
(773) 308-7464 – Fax
http://www.jrpchicago.com/?gclid=CK-02paCtLgCFelAMgodNiQA6A
Lily's Talent Agency (comment: this comes highly recommended in reviews for all ages)
1017 W Washington Blvd
Ste 4F
(between Carpenter St & Morgan St)
Chicago, IL 60607
Neighborhoods: Near West Side, West Loop
(312) 601-2345
http://www.lilystalent.com
MODELS.COM – Factor Women (comment: is known to have launched famous models )
58 West Huron
Chicago, IL
60654
Phone:312 943 3226
Fax:312 943 2590
Email:info.chicago@factorwomen.com
Website:factorwomen.com
http://models.com/agency/factor-women-chicago
BMG Models (comment: has a great variety for all ages)
456 N. May Street
Chicago, il 60642
(312) 829-9100
chicago @bmgmodels.com
http://www.bmgmodels.com/wp/chicago-office/
FORD (comment: reviews seem to be more satisfied with the above agencies)
311 W Superior St #444 Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 243-9400
www.fordmodels

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IN ADDITION
WEBSITE INFO on some agencies in Chicago
http://mikewhitephoto.blogspot.com/2010/09/top-chicago-modeling-agencies-updated.html
The following is listed:
Top Modeling Agencies in Chicago
Ford Models Chicago (comment: see reviews on web before going)
Men, Women and Children
1017 West Washington, Suite 2C
Chicago, IL 60607
312-243-9400
Ford Models: www.fordmodels.com
Factor Women
In December 2009, Jane Stewart, who spearheaded Elite Chicago and Atlanta, announced the birth of FACTOR
WOMEN, a women's fashion agency.
(OPEN CALL HELD DAILY @ 3:30pm)
58 W. Huron, Suite #10
Chicago, IL 60654
312.943.3226
Factor Women: www.factorwomen.com
Factor - Twitter
Factor - Facebook
Chosen Management
Editorial, men only.
58 W. Huron, Suite #10
Chicago, IL 60654
312-274-1868
Email: submissions.chicago@chosenmodels.com
Chosen Model Management: www.chosenmodels.com
Aria Talent a division of Ford Models
In May of 2007, Ford Models acquired Arlene Wilson Model Management
women men editorial commercial stylists voices
1017 West Washington
Suite 2C
Chicago, IL 60607
312.850.9671
Aria Talent: www.arlenewilson.com/
Ford Chicago Submission:
Mail photos and measurements to Ford Chicago. Please be sure to include: height, weight, DOB, hair and eye color,
shoe size and clothing size.
BMG Models Chicago
BMG is a full service model and talent agency with locations in Chicago, Orlando, Phoenix and LA. Founded in 1992,
BMG has grown to represent over 1400 working talent on a global basis.
456 North May
Chicago, IL 60622
312.829.9100
BMG Models Chicago: www.bmgmodels.com
Stewart Talent

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TV, Film, Commercials, Theatre, Voiceover, Industrials and Commercial Print; Men, Women and Kids
58 W. Huron
Chicago, IL 60654
312.943.3131
Stewart Talent Chicago: www.stewarttalent.com/chicago
Agency Galatea
Editorial and commercial; men and women
33 West Grand Ave. #402
Chicago, IL 60654
312-587-1155
info@agencygalatea.com
Agency Galatea: agencygalatea.com
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As previously discussed before modeling is about sales, acting, style, and what God gave you in height (5’7” the
minimum in demand), slim, attractive looks, and most important good bone structure. The best way to practice walking
with style is to place a book on top of your head and balance while walking in your best posture. Whatever you are
wearing should be discretely and attractively noted in your moves. Your thoughts are captured in a photograph so
concentrate with your best acting skills and self expression. Be as creative as possible, but remember the photograph
they might pick for the particular advertisement may not be your choice. You may not even get it as to what they picked
from all that was shot, but rest assured you will be paid. At the same time take directions and ask questions if you don’t
understand.
The best models are also known to have the capability to change their looks in hair, makeup, and outerwear. The more
appealing looks your portfolio has the more likely you are to be chosen. Don’t be discouraged if you are not either and
listen to a professional’s comments. When it comes to modeling it’s all about sales therefore, they will pick only the
right look they desire to sell their product. Some may love a pretty look to sell perhaps eye makeup, whereas someone
else may prefer a clean look to provoke a Cereal product and not take away from the view.
Good luck – Love you – Miss you and hope to see you soon.
Love Grandmama Elly