Barbizon school of modeling has headquarters located in Chicago, Illinois. Barbizon is a modeling and acting center that has been in operation for more than 70 years. This school offers training for children and adults in modeling, runway modeling, spokes modeling and photo modeling. They also provide classes for film acting, theater, commercials and television. Expect to learn about social etiquette, job interviewing skills, poise, makeup, posture and communication skills.
The John Robert Powers School teaches modeling, acting or provides the training needed to become more comfortable speaking in public. They have a class titled "The Social Graces" that provides individuals with the self confidence needed to succeed in the public eye. The modeling program provides training on runway modeling, commercial print modeling and fashion modeling. This program is by invitation only and some modeling classes have a height requirement.
Fieldcrest School in Park Forest Illinois, is a performing arts center. They teach classes in theater, acting, dance, modeling and speaking. Classes during the week occur in the evenings and classes on the weekend are available throughout the day. The modeling classes are available for individuals of all ages. The school offers modeling classes in combination with ballet and tap. Classes last for about an hour with special modeling classes for younger children on the weekends.
The number of modeling schools is limited but there are some at home training programs that provide all the information you need to learn how to be a model. N2 modeling provides five different modeling videos that train you how to select a modeling agent, choose hair, makeup and wardrobe, different modeling techniques, specific camera techniques and runway techniques. This is an excellent option or those that do not live close to a modeling school or cannot attend classes.