WHAT TO WEAR TO AN ON-CAMERA AUDITION...

Do you know what to wear when you go on an on-camera audition?  No...not your all black model's attire but a simple SOLID BLUE SHIRT (no logos, no bling, nothing) with 3/4 LENGTH OR LONG SLEEVES and simple khaki, black or dark wash denim jeans...and ALWAYS FLAT shoes...not heels.

What color blue you ask....Answer: WHATEVER COLOR BLUE LOOKS GOOD ON YOU!
Blue is the only color in the world that looks good on every single person on the planet.  You just have to pick the right blue for you.

You should also wear your BLUE SHIRT when you shoot your ACTING HEADSHOT!

Do you have your resume ready for your on-camera audition?  no, then you need to get the template from the Agency....email me and ask for the resume info.....meg@icemodels.com

ICE MODEL SOPHIA LA VECCHIA IN TOKYO, JAPAN WITH WORLD TOP!

Charlotte Barbizon graduate, Sophia La Vecchia attended the ICE Showcase this past spring in Miami and not only got to shoot in the beautiful designs by Luis Machicao, walk in his fashion show but she was spotted by World Top scout, Hiromi and has signed a 3-month contrac with them. She is going on castings every day and has booked a bridal shoot.  Here is here comp card with WORLD TOP!

CONGRATULATIONS MS. JOVEL

Applause! Applause! for  Ms. Jovel, 3rd runner-up in the 2014 Miss Universal Petite Pageant.
Ms. Jovel, an instructor in Montreal represented El Salvador in the 2014 Miss Universal Petite Pageant. Here are some fabulous pics of the event! Ms. Jovel is third from the left in the stunning Violet gown and below that you see her presenting her talent, a dance from the land of her ancestors, El Salvador. Beautiful!

THE NEXT MISS TEEN GLOBE CANADA!!!!!! WE'RE ROOTING FOR YOU!!!!!

Casandly Jasmin is our Ottawa princess in the Miss Teen Globe Canada pageant this August in Toronto. Casandly is Canadian of Haitian decent and her native language is French. This pageant will be Casandly’s first pageant and she says she wants to do the Miss Teen Globe Canada pageant because of her love for fashion.  Casandly attended Barbizon in Ottawa where she was able to expand and fine tune her love for fashion.  We all all rooting for you Casandly!

SPRING TRAINING

THERE ARE A LOT OF EXERCISES OUT THERE BUT HERE ARE FIVE (5) YOU SHOULD NOT DO FOR YOUR WAIST. Read Why. But read them carefully because they might work on other parts of your body. Remember everything in moderation.

Top Five Exercises You Should Not Do for a Slim Waist

These exercises will either waste your time or actually make your waist thicker.  Read Why. But read them carefully because they might work on other parts of your body. Remember everything in moderation.

1. Sit Ups
These are primarily hip exercises and are now somewhat considered a relic from a forgotten era of fitness training. Sit ups are notorious for causing back pain and do not really hits the midsection. The short story is: Sit Ups are a waste of time.

2. Crunches
The reason behind avoiding crunches is similar to Sit Ups. Many people avoid Crunches because they get lower back pain.  However, you can overcome this by using Swiss balls and stability balls. The crunch is an over-hyped exercise that provides sub-par abdominal activation. If you must crunch, the Bicycle Crunch will give you a better result.

3. Heavy Squats
You might want to do some form of squatting exercise, but what you would want to avoid is heavy powerlifting-style squats.  This is because heavy powerlifting-style squats can throw size on your hips and waist. It will be better if you replace the big squat movements with exercises like Goblet Squats with a challenging kettlebell weight or Split Squats.  this will place more emphasis on the hamstrings and glutes.

4. Sidebends
Sidebends really give the obliques a solid workout. However, because they involve using the abs and obliques to move a weight, they can add muscle down your sides. This will kill your hourglass shape and you should therefore avoid this exercise. Side Planks are a much better options for toning your obliques without bloating them.

5. Russian Twists
Besides being a bad exercise for ab training, they are actually pretty harmful. They involve both spinal flexion and rotation, which puts the spine in a compromised position. There isn’t one reason why you should be doing Russian Twists but if someone has recommended that to you, politely ignore the advice.

Go Forth and Be Slimmer!
There are more and possibly even better waist slimming exercises out there, but the top 10 listed exercises here will do the trick. Use the top 6 for targeting the core and use exercises 7-10 for cardio and general fitness.
Combining effective fat loss cardio exercises with proven core tightening movements will definitely be great in shedding belly flab while creating that tight waist you want.

SPRING TRAINING

HIP, HIP, HIPS AWAY!.  Struggling to get those hips ready for the beach. Check this out.

This express workout targets a favorite trouble zone: your hips. Do this 10-minute workout developed by Marcus Minier, exercise physiologist at The Gym in New York City, three times a week along with five days of cardio, and we guarantee that you'll have the slimmer hips you deserve in no time!

By Betsy Stephens; Photos by Susan Pittard

1. Standing Side Kick

Targets: Inner Thighs, Glutes, Quadriceps, Outer Hips

·         With feet hip-width apart and hands on hips, slowly extend right leg to the side at hip height in 3 full counts.

·         Be sure to keep inner thigh parallel to the floor.

·         Hold for 1 count, then take 3 counts to lower to floor.

·         Do 15 times, then switch sides.

2. Side Jump

Targets: Inner Thighs, Glutes, Hamstrings, Outer Hips

·         Standing with hands on hips, hop 3 feet to your left, landing on your left foot with left knee slightly bent.

·         Bring your right foot down to the floor.

·         Repeat to the right and continue alternating for a total of 15 on each side.

3. Hip Raise

Targets: Hip Flexors, Outer Hips, Outer Thighs, Glutes

·         Lie faceup with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.

·         Slowly lift hips and extend left leg, pointing toes toward the wall in front of you.

·         Hold for 1 count, then move your left leg out to your left side at 90 degrees.

·         Hold for 1 count and return to center before lowering.

·         Do 10 times; switch sides.

4. Traveling Squat-Kick

Targets: Thighs, Glutes, Quadriceps

·         Stand with hands on hips and kick your right legin an arc across the front of your body before bringing your foot to the floor in a squat.

·         Step your left foot next to the right and come to a stand.

·         Do 15 times, then switch sides.

5. Leg Raise

Targets: Outer Thighs, Glutes, Hip Flexors

·         Get on all fours, weight evenly balanced between your hands and knees.

·         Lift your left leg out to the side, keeping knee bent 90 degrees and inner thigh facing the floor.

·         Quickly kick your leg diagonally behind you, bringing your heel toward the ceiling.

·         Return your left knee to the floor and do 10 times; switch sides.

TIPS FOR A BEGINNER'S RESUME

Get that acting job!  Many people new to the biz have some blank looking resumes that might not get a second glance just for that reason. Here is one way to fill in some of that white space while increasing your 'hire-ability'. Simply list your skills on your resume. Oh, you don't have any skills? Wrong. Can you drive a vehicle with a manual transmission? Can you paint a wall? Can you quickly dress a squirming child? Can you throw dice at a craps table? Can you parallel park? Have you ever worked as a CNA? Can you properly swing a bat or golf club? Can you dance? Can you mix a Martini? Can you hammer a nail without bending it? Can you properly handle a beaker and test tube? Can you wax and polish a table? Can you make a bed with hospital corners? Can you play Bridge? Poker? Black jack? Can you knit? Can you carry four dinner plates at the same time? Can you swim? Can you ride a horse? Can you drive a tractor? Can you operate a sewing machine? Can you run a weed eater? Can you walk more than two dogs at the same time? Can you arrange flowers? Can you cut a board with a hand or power saw? Can you use a furniture dolly? Can you operate a log splitter? Can you operate a 35mm camera or DSLR? The list is endless. Why. People want to see realistic action in the movies and can spot a fake in two seconds and that's why genuine skills are always in demand. Caution: Don't claim it if you can't do it unless you want the black ball dropped squarely on your head.

GO WEST YOUNG MAN!

CALIFORNIA HERE HE COMES...HERE COMES KENDRICK! IMTA NY Alum won a scholarship from our beloved guest IMTA acting coach Clair Sinnett and he is ready to go out and make his star rise in LA! Kendrick Johnson departs from Charlotte Douglas Airport on April 1st! He will be training with Clair and you know she knows the people to know. Kendrick we wish you much success and look forward to hearing about your auditions and bookings. We are so proud of you!!!!

THINK GREEN - IT'S ST. PATRICK'S DAY!

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with GOOD GREENS!.  Salads, Vegetables, Fruit...Think Romaine, spinach, escarole, kale, green beans, squash, peas, avocados, pears, granny smith, and of course green tea.  Good Food every day and you will have reason to celebrate....a healthy, glowing body.
Take GOING GREEN one step further. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.  Got plastic bags...clean them out and use them as shoe bags when you pack  Dry cleaning bags are great to layer between clothes when you pack to prevent wrinkles.
Just a few ideas to help you THINK GREEN EVERYDAY!

MADISON ISEMAN IN THE SPOTLIGHT

ICE TALENT and IMTA Alum Madison Iseman booked a co-starring role in the new feature film "Ghost Dog" with Kevin Nealon ("Weeds")! She started shooting last week. Madison was IMTA LA 2013 LA Junior Miss Actor of the Year and the Most Sought After Female Talent. Madison had numerous callbacks and went back out to LA o meet with the agents interested in her, signed a contract and stayed. She was also seen in the Chevy ruck commercial that ran during the Olympics.  Her's is a star that keeps rising....and we can proudly say...we knew her when. you! 

HERE'S LOOKING AT YOU!

MANE ATTRACTION - Frazzled by flyaways and frizzies.  Quick Fix...mist an old, but clean toothbrush with hairspray and lightly comb it over strands to smooth and tame.

SMILE STYLE - Brighten your pearly whites with these simple steps.
IN THE MORNING...Brush with a toothpaste containing hydrogen peroxide to fade surface spots. A mouthwash with brightening fluoride will help restore enamel.
PREVENT STAINING...Sip dark liquids through a straw...coffee, tea, colas - hot or cold.
AFTER LUNCH...Can't Brush? Sugar free gum helps prevent bacteria which causes stains.
AT NIGHT...Brush, floss and apply whitening strips.

SPRING TRAINING - CRUNCHES

PLEASE NOTE: START WITH LOW REPS AND BUILD SLOWLY.

Lie on work-out bench or picnic table bench.  Cushion picnic table bench with a towel.
Step 1: Lie close to the upper end of the bench. Reach behind you and grab the bench next to your ears. Squeeze your elbows together and keep your chin up and abs tight.

Step 2: Breathe slowly and rhythmically as you pull your knees up slowly to your elbows through a count of 10 seconds.

Step 3: Hold and squeeze for 2 seconds at the maximum tension point (where the elbows touch the knees).

Step 4: Return to the starting point through a count of 10 seconds, never letting your feet touch the ground.

Step 5: Repeat three times without resting.
As you get stronger increase to 5 times without resting and you can add ankle weights for more resistance. i.e. negatives.

DON'T HAVE A BENCH...USE THE FLOOR BUT CUSHION IT WITH YOGA MAT OR SEVERAL TOWELS...BEACH TOWELS ARE GREAT FOR THIS.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT!

Congratulations to ICE model and IMTA NYC 2013 alum, Shateia Ellis.  She recently signed on with HOP models in Atlanta, GA and booked a client "look book" photo shoot.  We look forward to seeing those great shots.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT!

Barbizon Toronto graduate, Sofia Gaspar, attended Showcase Niagara and signed with PEACE Management. She has been to cast as the Virgin Mary in the feature film "MIRACLES DECODED." She spent several days shooting.  A release date has not been set but we will post it as soon as we know. Congratulations Sofia, can't wait to see you on the big screen!

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YOUR GOAL FOR TODAY IS...

New Year's has come and gone and how many of you have already given up on your resolutions?  Some of you may not have and are still going strong in keeping those resolutions..that is terrific!
Resolutions are wonderful but so is setting goals and reaching them.  It is empowering to reach your goals.  Below are some goals and they are easy to reach daily, maybe not all of them every day, but they are easy to work on. Reaching these daily goals will make you a better and happier you today and everyday in 2014 and beyond. 

  

AUDITIONS AND CASTINGS ON FACEBOOK

Remember to check www.facebook.com/icemtm for the latest in auditions and castings. You can't book a job if you don't audition!

SPRING TRAINING

Whittle that waist away and have fun.  The Hula Hoop is a great retro exercise and inexpensive, too.  This will also strengthen and tighten your abs and GUYS, it's not just for girls. You can find them at Dollar and Discount Stores!  WOO HOO - HULA HOOP!

SPRING TRAINING

Be on the lookout for SPRING TRAINING headings!  Each one will be a great little tip to get you ready for those upcoming days when we can all put away the boots and hats and gloves.  So let's start with the three that you can do anytime and any season.
Even before you get out of bed, lay on your back and stretch head to toe to get that circulation going.
Walk, walk, walk....use the steps.  Don't park by the door, go a little further out in the parking lot and walk.
And then there is the ever popular drink plenty of water.

TORONTO BARBIZON GRAD AND THE OLYMPICS

If you have been watching the Olympics on CBC don't hit that remote button when the commeicials come on.  Toronto Barbizon graduate James Oberle can be seen kind of, in the Canada Revenue Child Tax Credit spot.  He is the goalie for both teams.  OK, you maybe can't see his face but he has a great credit for his resume and the great experience of filming a TV commercial.  Every booking is a learning experience.  This commercial is also running on other networks and if you miss it go to cru.gc.ca scroll down to YOU Tube and type in Child Fitness Tax Credit you can view it their, also.  James signed with PEACE Management after Showcase Niagara and booked his first commercial on his first audition.  Great Work James!  We are so proud of you.

James Oberle

DO YOU KNOW WANT TODAY IS?

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY FROM ICE MTM!

Today is the day you show your loved ones how much they mean to you.  It's a day of cards, flowers, stuffed animals, balloons, fabulous dinners and the ever popular candy...chocolate and of course those sugary hearts with those cute little sayings.  Enjoy the day, show your love but take it a step further like our hand graphic.  Reach out to someone and spread the love in simple ways.  Hold the door for someone at the store, let that person in front of you on the road (they may be lost), go thru your closet and take a donation to those in need and SMILE all day!  Don't have a special someone, sure you do, YOURSELF!  Take today to give yourself a bubble bath, manicure, pedicure and facial. Pamper and LOVE yourself not only today but every day! 

BARBIZON GRADUATES REGISTER WITH ICE AGENCY

If you are a Barbizon graduate you need to register with ICE Model Talent Management in order to be submitted for Auditions and Castings.   Send an email to meg@icemodels.com requesting and Agency Info and Stat Sheet. Be sure to sign your email with First and Last Name...City/State...and Contact Phone Numbers.

RYAN FLORES SIGNS WITH VAST TALENT

*"swimmingly" Ryan's favorite word 

Ryan Flores is a Barbizon graduate from South Carolina

 and an alum of IMTA where he received callbacks from modeling and acting agents.  He also attended Showcase Niagara this past October and was awarded a Summer Scholarship from the New York Film Academy.  He recently met with VAST/Real People in Atlanta, GA. and they have signed him as a model and actor. Congratulations Ryan, your career is off to a "swimmingly"* fantastic start!