To think my 8yo DS could be good in modelling?

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I promise I am not bias but my 8yo DS is super handsome and has certain ways of natural posing that every time I look at his photos I think blimey that's worth to be on magazine covers.

Now I am very hard working, scientific and I have other DC (who I don't think could be modelling), and I know modelling is hard work for both DC and parents, and I want him to have a proper career (of course), AIBU to think that at least we should give it a try...?

How do you think DS would feel about giving it a try? Is it something he would like to do? How would your other DC feel about not being asked to have a try?

Sorry I have no idea.

But for those of you old enough to remember..........I give you moggelling.

Very few people have what is necessary to be successful.

Maybe ask your child first.. Also how would he cope with rejection?

I feel very odd about this. My DD was approached many times as a child, every trip to London in particular I would be approached on her behalf, even now she is 18, she gets stopped by strangers everywhere we go . I found it very intimidating when she was little, and always told her what was on the inside mattered more than appearances. The idea of her being paid, and on any public platform made me feel a bit sick.

Why?

Biased.

It’s less about good looks and more about defined unusual looks (with minimal height) that can pass for under 10. A lot of female child models actually peak at 8 or 9 with 10-13 year olds moving into grown up modelling.

If your DS is interested, then sure, give it a try. But do your research and make sure you go to a reputable agency. Don't get conned into paying for a portfolio. Don't take rejection personally. Don't big up one DS's looks over your other DC. Be clear about whether your DS wants this as a career or a hobby or not at all. Don't let it interfere with his education or interests.

Yes if he’s interested, definitely give it a go.

What magazines have photos of 8 year olds on the cover?
He could do clothes modelling for catalogues - might be a bit of fun for some extra money - why not?
Doesn't mean he has to become a model as an adult.
I know someone who used to do this - I think the main requirement is to be thin and have symmetrical features, apart from being photogenic.

Can't believe some on here wouldn't try in case he got rejected - surely learning to deal with a mild, unimportant rejection at 8 would be no bad thing anyway?