Is it worth it?

I was reading over some modeling academy's price list, It really is amazing how much some of these places charge!

Ewing charges 10,000 lindens!! What really gets me, is they set up an interview with people wanting to enter their modeling academy. I can see the interview now.
"Tell us why you want to be a model?" "Well if we decide to accept you"
Something tells me that if you was to walk up and fork over 10,000 lindens, they are going to accept you!
"After all interviews are finished, successful applicants will be notified and invited to register for classes. More information on the training course can be found at the EFA website"
Successful applicants? (I guess they mean if you have the 10,000L's.) At the end of their sales pitch, they go on to tell that some of their models have won so and so modeling events and such.
Is it really worth paying 10K to learn how to be a "model?" Can they promise that you will make back the lindens you spent on the course?
Is a modeling academy the way to go if you want to break into modeling?
Let's look at some of SL's top models and see if it is worth it?
One of the most famous models in SL is Mimi Boa, did she go to a modeling school?
Chalice Carling, has she went to one? The most famous model in my eyes, Jula Carnell I know for a fact did not attend a modeling academy/school.
She worked her butt off to get where she is today! I did have a talk with her about modeling schools, and she did say that they do help. If only to have it in ones profile.
So I would say that yes a modeling school can help. Is it worth 10,000L's? Only someone who has paid that kind of cash can answer that. But I do know that Le Belle Facon Academy offers, the same training taught, by SL's most sought after model (Jula Carnell). Jula goes that extra step in offering small classes. Jula will be the first to tell you it takes more to be a model than looking pretty, and she will personally walk you though every step in becoming a successful model. Le Belle Facon's 5,000 Linden course will teach you everything you need to know, that other agencies that are charging up to 10,000L's. Can we make you one of SL's top models? I am sorry to say the answer to that is "NO"! Only with a lot of hard work can you make that happen.
So if a modeling school/academy promises you, that they can make you famous, walk away.
But if you are serious about being a model, and are willing to work hard and put in the time, contact Jula Carnell, at Le Belle Facon Academy.

One of SL's top Stylist and Models joins Le Belle Facon Academy!

Jula Carnell one of SL's most sought after Stylist and Models is joining the staff of Le Belle Facon.
Jula's vast experience as a stylist and model, along with her profession style of teaching will be a welcome addition to the academy.
For more information on our professional modeling courses please contact Jula Carnell

Was in Milan for a show, and happen to come across our own Butterfli Sorbet in a window front!

Le Belle Facon's Mission

Le Belle Facon Modeling Agency gives you the exposure that you are looking for, in getting your beautiful creations seen!
Our goal is getting your creations noticed.
We offer the most affordable fashion agency packages in SL.
Jula Carnell, Chalice Carling, Lorelei Maggs,Butterfli Sorbet,Abandoon Nacht with many other professional models are dedicated to bringing you the best fashion show in SL.
One thing that Le Belle Facon prides itself in, is a drama free experience.
Under the leadership of Tula Howlett and Angelica Kweller, Le Belle Facon's mission is getting you noticed!

Tula Howlett offers those that are looking to become models one of the most intense modeling training courses offered in SL.
Why wait on other modeling schools to fill up a class. Tula works with all of our students in a small group, or one on one setting, at no additional cost.
If you thought that a professional fashion show produced by professional's cost an arm and leg think again!
Not only do we offer very affordable shows for your creations, we also provide a venue to showcase and sell you creations during and after all shows!
Le Belle Facon Agency and Academy works hard to make sure you are getting the best SL has to offer.

Contact Tula Howlett, Angelica Kweller

Please Join Le Belle Facon in this Winter Wonder Fashion Event!
Raising Lindens for the American Cancer Society.
Saturday Dec. 13, 2008
Starting at 4 pm slt. at the Rhodium Sim, Second Life

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Le Belle Facon Fashionista

Hello, my name is Sydney.
I have been in SL since November 4th of '07, and I have been a print model since January of '08. I began my modeling and runway career seriously in April of '07, and since then I have attended modeling classes with three different agencies. I have spent most of my time up until now (Nov. '08) taking all the classes I could fit into my schedule, as I want to learn all I can to be the best model possible. I was a showcase model for JCNY '08, named as a Starlight model in Nov '08, and have worked in several runway shows in addition to all the print work I've done. My career is really starting to take off, and I am happy to say that I have recently had the pleasure to be invited to work with LaBelle Facon Modeling Agency. They are a wonderful group of people! My modeling career is top priority here in SL as I take it very seriously, and I am so looking forward to working with all the best SL has to offer!

Le Belle Facon Fashionista

Hi Salvo Waydleich here
I'm a profissional model for one year and i work for the best agencies in SL.
I'm reliable, serious and i give my best everytime!
I reached some of my goals and i'm very proud to be considered one of the most popular male models on the grid; I worked very hard for this!
I'm a good person, with a nice temperament and i'm always happy to help who needs suggestions and tips!