Thứ Sáu, 12 tháng 10, 2012

Social pressure keeps African AIDS patients in treatment

When Armageddon loomed When Armageddon loomed

A new website at the Harvard Kennedy School marks the 50th anniversary of the Cuban missile crisis. In an interview, Belfer Center director Graham Allison outlines the lessons learned from the dangerous yet deft dance of diplomacy.

The university’s mission, reaffirmed The university’s mission, reaffirmed

By Katie Koch / October 11

As Harvard’s neighbor Boston College celebrates its 150th year, it’s important to reflect on the enduring tension between scholarship for social good and inquiry for its own sake, President Drew Faust said Oct. 10 as she received the college’s first Sesquicentennial Medal.

The epic of Hadzi The epic of Hadzi

By Alvin Powell / October 11

The stone sculpture “Gilgamesh” by the late Professor Dimitri Hadzi, who died in 2006, was donated to Harvard’s Mineralogical and Geological Museum by his wife, Cynthia.

Sports head injuries need definitions Sports head injuries need definitions

By Sue McGreevey / October 11

A Harvard study of sports programs at Brown University, Dartmouth College, and Virginia Tech finds that the way the head injury commonly called concussion is usually diagnosed varies greatly and may not be the best way to determine who is at risk for future problems.

Feminism without perfection Feminism without perfection

By Katie Koch / October 10

Harvard Business School students gathered Tuesday evening to kick off a yearlong celebration of the 50th anniversary of the first class of female M.B.A.s. But as Barnard College President Debora Spar reminded the group, women at the top of the ladder still face hurdles — including their impossible demands on themselves.

Tremendous Pipes

Video - run time / April 5, 2012

A C.B. Fisk organ, Opus 139, will be unveiled Easter Sunday in Harvard's Memorial Church.


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Thứ Hai, 9 tháng 4, 2012

There’s no one right way to become a model. Actually, it’s mainly all about being yourself and feeling comfortable exposing that to the world. But maybe you’ve always considered making modeling a career just never knew how to get started. Do you like visiting exotic destinations, enjoy world recognition and, of course, earning lots of money?

Like many things, modeling is extremely competitive and there are a lot of things you need to know before you get your chance to walk the catwalk. FashionTV wants YOU to be the next top model so here are some pieces of advice that will make your first steps a little bit easier.

Take care of yourself

Healthy hair and skin are must-haves in the fashion world in order to become a model. As for body figure, consider working with a specialized trainer. He will assist you in achieving a body that fits you.

Decide which kind of model you wish to become

Yes, it’s true. You can become a model even if you don’t look like Gisele Bundchen or Natasha Poly. The modeling world has room for every figure and style. If your body is full, you could become a plus-size model; if your chest is big but your hips are small, maybe modeling lingerie is the right choice for you.

Educate Yourself

In order to be a model, you don’t need a degree of any kind. However, you should educate yourself on the subject. Read articles, guides and books that will assist in improving your modeling skills and provide a better understanding on how the modeling industry really works.  These books can tell you secrets from the inside of the fashion industry.

Create A Website

Make sure your website is updated with an online portfolio of your most recent projects. Add your contact information so agents can get in touch with you if they are interested. A website is always good to have so even your fans can be updated with your recent activities.

Snapshots And Portfolio

Every model should have a portfolio that includes a profile shot, a head shot and a body shot in natural light without a lot of makeup taken by a professional photographer. It’s really important to build a portfolio to bring to interviews and to present to potential agents and agencies.

Get Connected and sign up to become a model!

Get your own agent

Set an appointment with modeling agents and agencies. Bring along your portfolio and try to impress them! They might want to see how well you can walk or they may ask you to pose. If one agency turns you down, don’t give up! There are many leading agencies all over the world. Remember – from every “no” you receive, there’s always something you can learn. Implement everything you learn into your next modeling interview.

Interpersonal relationships

Each campaign or photo shoot lays the foundation for your next modeling project. Don’t be lazy or rude. You wouldn’t want to lose a campaign because someone refuses to work with you.

Be creative

If the designer/photographer allows it, feel free to be yourself! What do YOU want the world to see in you?

Believe in yourself

The modeling world seems very glamorous and exciting...and it is! This career is really hard but if you have the confidence and you’re really driven, you’ll have no problem in becoming a successful model.

The Fresh faces of NY Fashion Week 2012:

Don’t let the dream go, even during the hardest moments. All you have to do is wait for the right chance, and in the meantime gain as much experience as you can in order to stun the designers, the photographers and of course – the crowd.

 

FASHION HOT BIKINI brings you the best models quotes in 140 characters or less!

Now that the craziness of Fashion Week (month!) is over and New York, London, Milan, and Paris fashion shows are behind us for Fall 2012, models are back to doing what they do best (besides strutting their stuff on the catwalk!) Designer label print ads for the upcoming season are in full effect and models like Coco Rocha, Sigrid Agren, Anna Vyalitsyna and more are looking good in their photos.

The great thing about Twitter is, we get to go behind the scenes and hear what they're saying about the full experience. Here's what the top models are Tweeting at the top designer photoshoots and ad campaigns they're working on during and after Fashion Week.

Coco Rocha @cocorocha

Miss @karliekloss and I after Miu Miu by Lewis Mirrett.say.ly/Usf1yOO

March 11, 2012

Anne Vyalitsyna

Anne V @AnneV

And a mouse on my shoot! Was so fun! pic.twitter.com/AHLIKNnt

March 11, 2012

Erin Heatherton ‏ @ErinHeatherton

Shooting on the beach with Michael Bay! Such a fun day.. Finally some sun!! yfrog.com/oe6wigoj

February 15, 2012

Sigrid Agren @agrensigrid

Loving this Chanel campaign so much!! Early call time tomorrow so good night everybody! Thank you for your support!! x pic.twitter.com/d9apqpxx

February 24, 2012

Toni Garrn ‏ @RealToniGarrn

thanks for the beautiful makeup @wendyrowemakeup #summertan pic.twitter.com/KUganOeT

March 11, 2012

Mariano Vivanco @marianovivanco

Retweeted by Kendra Spears @Kendra_Spears

@RealToniGarrn and @Kendra_Spears channel Claudia n' Linda for@MUSE_Mag !!! pic.twitter.com/fuODxaZF

March 12, 2012