New Model Spotlight: DJ

UMI would like to welcome DJ to the fam. With a couple of runway shows and photoshoots under his belt, DJ is already on his way to making his face known in Central Florida. We're excited for the big things DJ wil be doing in the very near future. Keep an eye out: www.urbanmodelsinc.com

New Model Spotlight: Juan

One word comes to mind when you see Juan...versatile. Whether he has his long jet black locks pulled back tight in a ponytail for his ubercentric business casual look or if he's "wild and free" rockin Ink Royale on the runway, Juan's look is timeless. Welcome to UMI! Check out more @ www.urbanmodelsinc.com

New Model Spotlight: Luis

When you see Luis one word comes to mind: FIERCE. His style can loosely be classified as funky-urbanesque, but one thing we've learned is that Luis is an entity of his own. You definitely do not want to miss what Luis is doing. Check out his portfolio @ www.urbanmodelsinc.com

New Model Spotlight: Tyrone

UMI would like to welcome Tyrone to the roster. Tyrone brings to the team a unique miz of model/hip-hop artist. His look is original, fresh, and classicaly urban. Look for BIG things from Tyrone @ www.urbanmodelsinc.com

New Model Spotlight: Demetrius

We would like to welcome Demetrius to the UMI roster. With a fresh face, toned body, and strong desire to be successful, Demetrius is ready to take Central Florida by storm. Check out his profile at www.urbanmodelsinc.com

New Model Spotlight: Tuquan

UMI would like to welcome new model Taquan. Bringing a stylish swag and killer good looks, Taquan has been in numerous runway shows and photoshoots. Check out his on-line portfolio at: www.urbanmodelsinc.com.

AIROTIC Photo Shoot today at Air Orlando

We would like to thank Courtney, Mic, Nate, Emmanuel, Valentino, and Joey for getting their butts out of bed early to do this!

Thanks also to Tane, Tyrone, Vince and Air Orlando!

New Model Spotlight - Nate

Say Hello to our Fourth of July 09 Photoshoot Contest Winner!

Nate's all american looks are bound to bring him success!
He's a musician, dancer, model, actor - Get at him! See what he can do!

New Model Spotlight - Djimmy

Take a look at the abs on our newest model Djimmy!
He is ready to take the modeling / acting world by storm!
Welcome to Urban Models Inc.

New Model Spotlight - Mary

Wow! Classy and Refined.
Mary is our new breakout Model!
Take a look at her portfolio!

New Model Spotlight - Yinetsy

Fierce Yinetsy!
Welcome to Urban Models Inc.
We see a bright future for Yinetsy!

New Model Spotlight - Daniella

Smart, Beautiful and Athletic!
We are proud to add Daniella to our ranks of
talented models!

Check out her portfolio and let her know what you think!

New Model Spotlight - Aleathia

Model, Rapper, Entrepreneur...
Aleathia, new to Urban Models Inc. and ready to bring it!
Check out her myspace!

http://Myspace.com/deycallmegg

New Model Spotlight - Eugene

We would like to welcome Eugene!
Eugene has done a lot of runway modeling in the past,
and he brings his expertise to grace the runways for Urban Models Inc.
Take a look at his portfolio and let him know what you think!

New Model Spotlight - Ruth

We would like to welcome Ruth to the Urban Models Fold.
Ruth has a great look and is very natural in front of the camera!
We see big things for her and Urban Models Inc.

New Model Spotlight- Shannon

UMI would like to welcome Shannon to our team. Shannon brings the height, style, and swag that is in high demand right now! Angles and posing, hands down her forte! Shannon is going straight to the top!

New Model Spotlight- Kenny

UMI would like to welcome the newest model to the team, Kenny. He brings the fierce hunger that we love to see in new, aspiring talent. We're excited and looking forward to great things to come from Kenny.

New Model Spotlight- Maria

UMI would like to welcome Maria to our roster. She brings experience, skill and full Spanish fluency to the table and we are definitely looking forward to great things from her.

New Model Spotlight- Jonas

UMI would like to welcome Jonus to our team! He brings a sophisticated, fresh attitude and personality to all of his projects. Jonus also represented UMI in the Adidas Fashion Show at Florida Mall. We're looking for more great things to come from Jonus!

New Model Spotlight- Charlton

UMI would like to welcome Charlton! A very experienced videographer, Charlton knows what its like to be behind the camera, but always brings his A- game when he's in front of it! He has an urban swag that easily transcends to sportswear and alternative. We're excited for the great things he will bring to the table!

New Model Spotlight- Dinel

We would like to welcome Dinel to the UMI ranks. This 18 year old stands a solid 6'3" and brings that certain swag to his photo shoots and projects. He already has demonstrated his skills during the Ink Royale photo shoot. Keep an eye on this one, he's going places!

New Model Spotlight- Pierre

Pierre comes to UMI fresh out modeling school. He is ready and determined to be a successful model. After only being with UMI for 2 weeks, Pierre already represented in an Adidas Fashion Show at Florida Mall. We are definitely looking forward to exciting things from Pierre!

New Model Spotlight- Faith

UMI welcomes Faith to our team of groundbreaking fresh talent. An experienced Runway Model, Faith brings high energy and a great personality to all the projects she is involved in. Stay tuned to see more of Faith!

New Model Spotlight- Fabian

We would like to welcome Fabian to Urban Models Inc. At only 21, Fabian brings style, flair, and personality to every project. His focus? Acting. Fabian joins the growing rank of UMI's new talent sector focusing on acting, dance, and other performance arts. We look forward to good things from Fabian and we know his expertise and experience will take him far.

New Model Spotlight- Rob

We would like to welcome Rob to the UMI roster. At a solid 6' 180lbs, Rob brings a fresh, alternative edge to UMI. He's an accomplished skateboarder and will be featured representing UMI on Disney's Grad Night video. Remember his face, this will not be the last time you see him!

Congrat's!

Want to congratulate Robin on being Flyer Promo Now 's Model Of the Week!

Great job robin!

Full Speed Ahead! No Stopping US!

Robin in UMI tank top

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT - Eric

We would like to welcome Eric to Urban Models Inc.

Eric is an avid gym rat and has modeled in the past, and is looking forward to fitness / sportswear modeling.

Take a look at Eric on the website.

4th of July!

Went out this weekend to promote Urban Models Inc.
Urban Models Inc. is gaining brand awareness and leaving a nice footprint on Orlando.

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT - Courtney

We would like to welcome Courtney to Urban Models Inc.
She has a great look that we expect to take far.
Take a look at her portfolio.

This morning we went to see a Photoshoot with some new clothing designs for Ink Royale.
One of our models Effrain was involved in the shoot as well as a few female models that owner William had already chosen. Can't wait to see those new designs walking the runway with Urban Models!

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT - Jai

Urban Models Inc would like to welcome Jai to the fold.

Jai has been modeling for a few years and has the look a lot of designers love.

Jai's first event for us was our Industry Night Runway Show.

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT - Luis

Welcome Luis to Urban Models Inc.

Luis is another up and coming, energetic,
go-getter that is about to take orlando by storm.

Check out his Portfolio!

He Swimwear Reshoot

Had a re-shoot today for He Swimwear for a local magazine offering. Went tremendously well! Very proud of the models that participated and thanks to Claudio Aymat for shooting and Lee Garcia for being our other half when needed!

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT - Josh

We would like to welcome Josh to the Urban Models Inc family!
Josh is new to the modeling world but we see good things in his future!
Take a look at his portfolio!

Do your Research...

There is a lot more involved in Modeling than just standing in front of a camera looking pretty...

I figured i would touch on a few aspects that some of us can integrate and think about while working on our modeling future.

1) Make sure you are with a legit modeling agency. One that is actually shooting, working with clients, and actually has an active Talent License and readily makes this information available to you. [Urban Models Inc. Talent License number is TA953] Any agency that is booking talent and taking a percentage without a license is breaking the law.

2) Research how to pose, faces, clothing. All of this can be found online for free.

3) Have a list of items for your working wardrobe (audition wardrobe). You never know what you made need for an audition and you should have this with you. You only have one chance to make that first impression.

4) Portfolio. You can put together a portfolio of diverse 8 x 10's in a nice book for under 40 dollars. This should contain several different looks and styles.

5) Self Promotion. You are the best promoter of yourself. Your agent can set up gatherings, auditions, etc... but YOU have to show up for them, on time and ready to go.

6) Your words and actions represent YOU and your agencies reputation. Character and Integrity should be number one.

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT- Glen

We would like to welcome Glen to our ranks of up and coming models!
Glen comes from a background of different runway shows and is also in the Faces Modeling Troupe at UCF.

Take a look at Glens portfolio!

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT- Tamara

We would like to welcome Tamara to the Urban Models Inc family!
Tamara has been in a few photo shoots and we think she has great potential.
She recently was a part of our "He Swimwear" shoot this month.
We see good things happening!!

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT- Candice

We'd like to welcome Candice to the Urban Models Inc. family. Candice has been modeling for over four years as a runway and swimwear model,
her expertise showed off in our June "He Swimwear" shoot.

NEW MODEL SPOTLIGHT - Dominic

We'd like to welcome Dominic to the Urban Models Inc. family.
Dominic participates in the Faces Modeling Troupe Inc. at UCF and has also done numerous runway shows and photo shoots.

Dominic made his debut with Urban Models Inc in our June "He Swimwear" shoot.

He Swimwear Shoot

Urban Models Inc. had a fantastic shoot for "He Swimwear" on Friday, June 12th.

13 models / 4 photographers and 30 great swimsuits made for a HOT day!

This shoot continues our focus on building relationships with local designers, promotion and production companies.

Thanks to all models and photographers that made it all go down so smooth, and thanks to sue at http://www.heswimwear.com
Check out their website!

Here we go!

We here at Urban Models Inc are still riding the zephyr from our showcase this past weekend. As the pictures and videos roll in from the various photographers who attended we are continuously proud of all of our models and the entire production team. Of course, the biting has begun. No less than 24 hours after the showcase ended, we have already begun to hear the rumblings in the rafters of people trying to do what we just did. Just, as in past tense. Between you and I, we've already begun to plan the next showcase and rest assured it will be BIGGER and BETTER. Its hard to out-do yourself, but its fun to sit and watch people try to catch up. So to all the followers, imitation is the highest form of flattery and we appreciate it. Put your shoes on because you're gonna be running for a long time!

Urban Models Inc. Industry Night Vol. 1

Our first Industry Night was a success. We featured 7 of the hottest up and coming designers out of Orlando in an hour long runway show full of beat thumpin, runway rippin' fabulousness. In addition to the runway show, the designers were also able to showcase their clothes on models posed as statues in our "museum". Our event staff, 20 strong and 35 models helped to make this show a success. Urban Models Inc. is definitely proud to bring the Orlando Fashion Industry back to its traditional roots but it's not over yet. The revolution has only just begun. As the show ended the number one question everyone had is..."Can I reserve tickets for the next show now?"

Keep an eye out because Urban Models Inc. has arrived!

We had several Photographers in attendance. Here are some of their pictures and views of the show:

http://www.urbanmodelsinc.com/industrynightphotos.htm

What exactly is an Urban Model?

The number one question we here at Urban Models Inc. always get is "What is an Urban Model" or " Do I have what it takes to be an Urban Model?".

To understand what an Urban Model is and does...lets break it down for a minute.

Webster's defines "URBAN" as:
ur·ban (ûrbn)
ADJECTIVE:
Of, relating to, or located in a city.
Characteristic of the city or city life.

Urban is not a race or ethicity. It is a lifestyle, a feeling, a movement. Whether Bourgeoisie, Hip-Hop, Indie, Punk, all are Urban lifestyles represented by urban brands; Roca Wear, Baby Phat, Phat Farm, Ecko, Coogi, Zoo York to name a few.

As is with all areas of modeling, a model must be able to sell and represent the clothng they are modeling. An Urban Model specifically, must be able to transcend across brands and essentially, lifestyles. Although it may sound pretty simple in theory, not all models can pull this off. The easiest way we always explain it is that, as an Urban Model we should be able to put you in an Baby Phat or Fox outfit as well as Dolce And Gabbana and you should be able to rock them both. Believe me, not everyone can rock an Urban Brand the way the designers need it to be.

Urban is a lifestyle full to the brim with individuality and spice. Urban brands continue to change the scope and face of the American Fashion Industry...point being? Well its simple supply and demand...the demand for Urban Models is high. The industry is waiting for a quality supplier.

The revolution is upon us...



Urban Models Inc. 2009