http://www.barbizonblog.com Modeling and Acting Centers Fri, 05 Mar 2010 19:59:09 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Today’s professional model must have a larger variety of technical skills than ever before. That’s because today’s model has an array of opportunities facing her. Here’s a brief look at what modeling was like in the past several decades. The 60s: The sixties ushered in the end of the hat & ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=277 When caring for your face always use gentle motions smoothing upward and outward. Drink plenty of water to rid your skin of toxins and know your skin type: Normal: Has no shine and clear tone. Soft and supple, but not greasy. Oily: Very shiny with visibly enlarged pores. Dry: ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=274 Self confidence, or feeling good about who you are, creates positive energy. People are attracted to positive energy! Don't you like to be around happy people? Happy / confident people help others to feel good about themselves. Knowing who you are gives you substance and allows ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=272 Use the following as a guide to when fashions are available according to the different seasons: EARLY SPRING: transitional garments, usually in stores by December 15. SPRING / SUMMER: swimwear, beachwear, shorts, etc.; usually in stores by late February. FALL / WINTER: begins around Memorial Day, heavy presentation begins in stores early July. HOLIDAY: ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=270 There's nothing worse, in business or not, than someone who greets you with a bad handshake. What do we mean by bad? Some people may shake your hand with a viselike grip. Others have a cold, clammy, wimpy grasp, like shaking hands with a plate of spaghetti. ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=268 Manners Matter:  Manners you use around friends need to be a little more polished around others -- like adults, job interviewers, teachers and strangers.  For example: 1.  Your friends could probably care less if you eat your salad greens with your fingers.  But if you're out to dinner with your parent's ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=266 Do you remember being read the fairy tale Chicken Little when you were young?  In the story, the chicken is obsessed about the sky falling down and didn't notice Foxy Woxy prepping for a nice chicken salad. There's a little bit of Chicken Little in everyone.  Instead of focusing on ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=264 Given that the New Year 2010 is upon us, this may be the time to develop new interests and talents. Barbizon has some tips and tricks to help you get started: --Keep an open mind about your new activities even if your friends are not involved and don't think they're cool. --Many ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=262 A splash of jewelry can brighten any Holiday outfit, even casual ones: Jewel Necklines: Chokers that are dramatic and equal in size all the way around create a sensational, tailored look. Scoop Necklines: This neckline is perfect for spotlighting vintage chokers, as well as chains, pearls, and drop pendants. A scoop neckline ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=260 You must sell to the prospective employers the fact that you know how to conduct yourself.  In other words, you must convince him or her that you will get the job done in the manner of a professional who is aware of the importance of: BEING PREPARED:  This means knowing your ... http://www.barbizonblog.com/?p=258