Taylor Dior- Child Model/Actor

We spotted Taylor Dior last year on myspace. This talented child has done a lot of big things in her 2 1/2 years of life. We wanted to share her story with you:

Taylor Dior is a NYC model who also appears in film/commercials. She got her start at 5 mths of age when she was signed with a model and talent mgmt firm. A year later, thanks to God's blessings and a wonderful mgmt team, Taylor booked her first feature film at 15 mths of age. It was a small role in a BIG film that spanned theaters nationwide in Jan 2009. She has since worked on set of another film and has been on commercial auditions too. She has worked with top child photographers and celebrities, and has taken class at one of the east coasts' best acting schools.

Taylor truely enjoys performing, taking pics, being around people, and having fun. She is friendly and meshes well with others. Not one shy bone in her body! That's why she is so active in sports and entertainment. At two years of age she enjoys roller skating at the rink, bike riding on her trike, attending her gymnastics class, and being on camera! She loves attention and putting on a show so she can show off.

We initially just wanted to try out modeling and have some fun since she was so alert, expressive, and adorable as a baby. Film and more were an added blessing and we saw that she really enjoyed it and does well with everyone she meets. So we will continue to provide this avenue for her to learn, explore, have fun, and put her talents to positive use until she decides on something else! From sports to entertainment, she stays very involved and kept busy with positive venues to express herself and explore. She has great talent managers and model agents working hard for her in the meantime as well as parents who make it all possible.

Please visit her page often to keep in touch and get the latest updates and videos on what she's getting into next! http://www.taylordior.com/

Acting/Modeling Photos- Dazzle Model & Talent Agency

I could really make this a long article, but I’ll be short, sweet, and get straight to the point. If you’re a seasoned talent, you already know how important it is to have a great head shot. But, it goes a little further than that. Your head shot could be the key to a future in the entertainment business. Great photo’s can “make you or break you” as far as getting an audition. BUT, your photo’s are also going to be one of your biggest and best investments in your career so be prepared to pay a little money out. It will be worth it.

Who needs a professional photo? Every agency has their own policy with ages. Babies should not need professional pictures because their looks change so much and this can get quite expensive to have their photos taken every three months throughout their toddler years. I, as an agent, now prefer children 5 and older to get professional photo’s taken. It tends to make a better impression with some casting directors, but that’s not always the case.

A casting director or talent agent would much rather see one great picture rather than 6 “pretty good” pictures. Either a natural smiling or serious photo works, but I think a child with a big grin on their face not only shows their true beauty, but personality also. For teens through adults, either works fine, but I still prefer color over black and white, although opinions may vary.

And lastly….I cannot stress how important it is to keep your photos current. If you color your hair or have it cut, (get new photos). If you no longer look like your picture, get new photos. For adults, I suggest they get a new portfolio (which consists of both head and body shots) done at least once a year as long as they still look like their picture. It’s always nice to have an outside photo session because it gives you so much more ability to be creative.

Here’s how it works….you get an audition and its time to see the casting director, producer, or photographer for face to face confrontation. In front of them will be the photo that was sent in by you or your agent and what there are expecting is to see the person in the picture. There should be no difference between you and the photo they have. If there is, this could cost you not only an audition, but you have now wasted precious time for a director who is extremely busy.

So, after reading this article, I hope I have given many, an insight as to how important pictures are in the entertainment industry. Good luck with your photo sessions and have fun with them. It’ll show in the outcome of your photos!

Kelly Neff - Owner
Dazzle Model & Talent Agency

THEBROWNBOYS.WS HEAD TO HOLLYWOOD!

Dante and Dusan are two of our talented buddies from the Chicago area. You may remember them from Oprah's Amazing Kids or various commericals and productions they've been featured in. These two talented boys and their mom Joyce are hosting the 1st Annual Tween Teen Talent Showcase.

Please visit their website for additonal information:

http://www.thebrownboys.ws/