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The Art Director's Role in a Lookbook: Why You Can't Do It All Alone
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The Art Director's Role in a Lookbook: Why You Can't Do It All Alone

Why juggling every role ruins a lookbook, and how to organise art direction even without a dedicated team.

August 21, 2026

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How to Plan a Lookbook From A to Z (Casting, Shoot, Layout)
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How to Plan a Lookbook From A to Z (Casting, Shoot, Layout)

Plan a lookbook from layout to casting: shot list, model endurance, shoot order and the shots everyone forgets.

August 15, 2026

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How to Choose Between Natural and Artificial Light for Your Shoot
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How to Choose Between Natural and Artificial Light for Your Shoot

Natural or artificial light? Choose based on your deliverable, your number of looks and your model's experience.

August 10, 2026

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Senior Models vs Junior Models: How to Adapt Your Art Direction
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Senior Models vs Junior Models: How to Adapt Your Art Direction

Senior or junior model? Adapt your art direction, set rhythm and brief to get the best from every profile on set.

August 07, 2026

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How to Run a Video Casting That Actually Works
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How to Run a Video Casting That Actually Works

Video casting: a three-part format, a live direction test and the signals to read to judge a model in fifteen minutes.

August 03, 2026

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Model Measurements: How to Take Them and What Recruiters Really Look At
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Model Measurements: How to Take Them and What Recruiters Really Look At

Model measurements: how to take them correctly, which ones to add and what recruiters really check before booking you.

July 31, 2026

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How to Handle Weather Surprises During an Outdoor Shoot
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How to Handle Weather Surprises During an Outdoor Shoot

Rain, wind, grey skies: learn how to handle weather surprises during an outdoor shoot without ruining your images.

July 29, 2026

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Adapt Your Shoot to 2026 Visual Trends
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Adapt Your Shoot to 2026 Visual Trends

Grain, movement, intentional casting: adapt your shoot to 2026 visual trends for images that truly capture attention.

July 24, 2026

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How to Create an Effective Moodboard for Your Photoshoot
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How to Create an Effective Moodboard for Your Photoshoot

Stop sending Pinterest collages. Here's how to build an effective moodboard that gets your entire team aligned before the photoshoot.

July 21, 2026

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What to Do When a Client Offers to Pay You in "Exposure"
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What to Do When a Client Offers to Pay You in "Exposure"

A client offers to pay you in exposure? Here's how to evaluate the offer, respond professionally and protect your value as a model.

July 18, 2026

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Micro-Influencer Models: Why Brands Are Dropping Big Names for Small Audiences
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Micro-Influencer Models: Why Brands Are Dropping Big Names for Small Audiences

Brands are dropping big names for micro-influencer models. Why small audiences convert better. Full breakdown.

July 10, 2026

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How to Network at Fashion Events When You Don't Know Anyone
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How to Network at Fashion Events When You Don't Know Anyone

Network at fashion events even when you know no one: preparation, real techniques, and follow-up to build contacts that actually matter.

July 06, 2026

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How Much Time to Plan Between Booking and the Shoot?
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How Much Time to Plan Between Booking and the Shoot?

Booking too late means stress, compromise, and limited backup options. Here's how much lead time to plan for any shoot.

June 30, 2026

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Male Models: The Market Brands Keep Overlooking
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Male Models: The Market Brands Keep Overlooking

Brands still treat male casting as an afterthought. Here's why male models are one of fashion's least competitive, most overlooked markets.

June 22, 2026

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Working With the Same Model Every Time: Risk or Winning Strategy?
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Working With the Same Model Every Time: Risk or Winning Strategy?

Booking the same model again and again: comfort, loyalty, or a brand risk? The real pros, cons, and the right balance to find.

June 19, 2026

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