Hey everyone. Im new to MM and modeling in general. I just started back in December.  Any tips on this site are always appreciated!

Welcome to MM!

Check out the EDU section on Modeling for tip and tricks. The forum Search tool is very handy as well for finding topics previously discussed. Make full use of the Browse and Casting/Travel section to find local talent and shoots.

Good luck and have fun!

Welcome to the Mayhem

Three good ways to network are:

Post an availability notice letting people know that you are available (under the casting/travel tab). This is for when you want to charge money. You can offer trade as well.

Search for Casting Calls in your area based on criteria you select. Post a Casting Call letting people know about an idea you have and want to put into a work of art. This is for when you are willing to pay other people. You can offer trade as well.

Search or Post Casting Calls and Travel/Availability Notices
Official Casting Call Rules - Read

Browse for photographers in your area and leave comments on images you like, send a friend request or message. Start a list of photographer's photos that you think are top notch for photographers in your area. This can become something of a Rolodex. Make sure that you select the Advanced Options and select an appropriate Logged in within:. I typically use 30 days, but you may want people who respond faster. Otherwise you will get photographers who haven't logged in in over a year. There are a lot of inactive accounts.

Good luck in your search!

MM FAQ

A lot of useful information is at New Models.

OnGuard Online

Welcome to the funhouse.

If you're BRAND NEW, I'd suggest you read this little article on modeling and staying safe by an experienced model:

http://figuremodels.org/madamebink/2011 … ying-safe/  - Madame Bink - Staying Safe

and this, on the MANY scams you're likely to run into here and elsewhere:

https://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thread_id=575330  - MM Scams

... let me sum that one up for you briefly - "If anyone offers you more than $50 for a future session, and offers to pay in advance by cheque - it's a scam"

Frankly, most other offers from agencies are likely to be scams as well. Ask in the forums.

And finally, if you're not scared off yet, try posting an availability notice to let people know you're keen and available here:

https://www.modelmayhem.com/casting/search_casting

I'm told this is fun stuff. Go have fun.