Eva Longoria on the Cover of Citizen K!

Check out these amazing photos of IMTA alum Eva Longoria shot by edgy photographer Ruven Afanador!! She looks striking on the cover and pages of the French magazine Citizen K! Her number #1 show Desperate Housewives just premiered its sixth season on Sunday Night!

When Eva competed at IMTA in 1998, she had 38 agents and managers interested in representing her! She signed with a manager she had met at the convention. Eva told Pageantry Magazine that, “The first day they signed me I had four auditions...It was pretty fast.” She quickly moved to Los Angeles and landed guest-starring roles on Beverly Hills 90210, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless. In 2003, she took a role as a detective in a TV remake of LA Dragnet and made her big-screen film debut in Carlita’s Secret, and also starred in the films Harsh Times, and The Sentinel. Eva's is most well-known as the beautiful Gabrielle Solis on the award-winning Desperate Housewives on ABC.

Riley Smith Update!

IMTA alum Riley Smith has two new exciting projects in the works! He will appear in the Halloween Episode of Ghost Whisperer! The episode called 'Head Over Heels' airs October 30th and Riley plays Sean, aka the headless horseman!

Riley will be headed to Dallas in a few weeks to start a new film called MinuteMan. For all the latest on Riley Smith, straight from the source, please follow Riley's twitter feed! You'll want to check out the Official IMTA twitter feed also!

Riley competed at IMTA in 1997 where he won Model of the Year for his age division. IMTA INSIDER: Riley was roommates with Ashton Kutcher in New York city when they were both competing at IMTA that year! Riley has been busy working in television and movies ever since.

Riley has appeared in many notable television shows and films such as: Drive, 7th Heaven, Freaks and Geeks, Gideon's Crossing, Boston Public, CSI: Miami, 24, Radio, Eight Legged Freaks, Weapons, and the thriller Gallowwalkers. Riley is also very musically talented and has released great CD's with his band The Life of Riley! You can listen their songs on The Life of Riley official band MySpace.

Sean Harju Models for Thom Browne

IMTA alum Sean Harju walked the runway for the fashion giant Thom Brown! The show was set at his New York store on Hudson Street. This show has received alot of attention as it illustrates a new silhouette for the designer! Sean competed at IMTA in Los Angeles in 2006 where he won first runner up for Male Model of the Year and signed with the legendary Major Model Management team. He has been featured in the magazine GQ where he was featured solo in a six page photo layout, in an editorial spread in Details, on the cover of the Japanese Magazine called HUGE, on the homepage for Eluxury and in a Diesel campaign ad. Sean is a favorite runway model and appeared in an astounding number of shows during the past season. He was in a Spring/Summer ad campaign for Dolce And Gabbana with fellow IMTA grad and supermodel Tyson Ballou and has modeled for Y-3 and Calvin Klein, Dior, Diesel, Lucien Palley Finet, Numero Hommes and many more.

Eva Longoria in Season Premiere of Desperate Housewives!

Desperate Housewives Season 6 starring IMTA alum Eva Longoria premieres this Sunday September 27th 9/8c! Eva competed at IMTA in 1998 and is now a Hollywood A-list star! In Sunday's episode called Nice is Different Than Good, Eva stars as the stunning ex-model Gabrielle Solis and this season, her character is struggling to deal with her now live-in niece. According to ABC: "Mike Delfino's bride is revealed; Lynette faces another pregnancy; Bree tries to break free from her inhibitions; Carlos' niece puts Gaby to the test; a new family moves to Wisteria Lane." During the run of the show, two other talented IMTA alums have been on the show, Lyndsy Fonseca as Dylan Mayfair and Tiffany Thornton as Barbie!

Eva has been involved in many other projects. She recently hosted the annual ALMA awards and is currently featured in ads for the cosmetics company L'Oreal. She has graced the cover of numerous magazines such as Bazaar and Glamour! Be sure to tune into ABC to see Eva on the season premiere of Desperate Housewives!

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Adrianne Palicki Returns to Supernatural!

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IMTA alum Adrianne Palicki is guest-starring on an episode of Supernatural! The episode is called "Free to be You and Me" and it will air tonight on the CW!!! Adrianne will reprise her role as the ill-fated Jessica on this new episode of Supernatural!

Adrianne is also starring as Charlie in a new horror film called Legion which is scheduled for release in January 2010. Adrianne competed at IMTA in 2001! In an interview with the IMTA Video Crew, she said, "It was amazing. I love IMTA! I'm so sad it's over." Adrianne is currently filming a television show called Titan Maximum. She has also signed on to have a lead role in the 2010 remake of the 80's hit, Red Dawn where she will play Toni Mason. Adrianne will also return to Friday Night Lights for a multi-episode story arc to wrap up her beloved character Tyra's story. For the latest Adrianne Palicki news, please visit the definitive Adrianne Palicki fan site!

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Valentine's Day Feature Film Stars Two IMTA Alumni!

Check out the just-released trailer for the upcoming feature film Valentine's Day! It stars not one but two IMTA alumni! Jessica Biel and Ashton Kutcher join the star-studded ensemble cast for one of the hottest film releases planned for 2010!


Ashton Kutcher competed at IMTA in 1997 where he won the coveted title of Most Sought After Male Model! He signed with Next Models and went straight to Fashion week ! He then was cast in an upcoming Fox comedy called Teenage Wasteland, the title was later changed to That 70's Show and Ashton was cast as the lovable Kelso!

Jessica Biel amazed all of us at IMTA in 1994 when she sang a charming rendition of The Lullabye of Broadway complete with a top hat and cane! Her beauty, acting potential and singing and dancing abilities caught the attention of the agents, managers and casting directors who attend every IMTA Convention looking for new faces to represent. Jessica gave an exclusive interview to us in 1998 after starring in the hit WB television series 7th Heaven. You can read the entire archived interview here! Here's an excerpt from that interview:

How has your life changed since you attended the IMTA Convention?
Jessica: I went from amateur to professional actress thanks to my personal manager Diane Hardin and my agent Jeff Morrone who I met at the IMTA Convention.

Would you recommend attending an IMTA Convention to other aspiring young actors and models?
Jessica: Definitely! You will meet people who can change your life and make your dreams come true!

Stay tuned for more about this exciting feature film starring two IMTA alumni!

IMTA Alum Kaleb Builta in Japanese Vogue!

Check out Kaleb Builta, IMTA Alum in Japanese Vogue. He is one of, if not THE youngest boy, to be shot in this magazine!!!!!!! Kaleb competed at IMTA in New York City in 2008. He won 1st Runner-up Pre-teen Male Model of the Year, Top 10 Pre-ten Male Actor of the Year, 2nd Runner-up in Jeans, Runway and Theatrical Headshos, 1st Runner-up in Fashion Print, Swimwear and TV Beauty! After competing at IMTA, he signed with VNY Models.

Jessica White in National Maybelline Campaign

Check out this amazing photo of IMTA alum, model Jessica White. Maybelline is featuring Jessica in a major advertising campaign that includes print ads, television commercial and point of purchase displays.

Jessica competed at IMTA in 1999 where she wowed international agents and got signed! She has modeled clothes for Dereon, the clothing line designed by Beyonce Knowles and been featured in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. She appeared in the movie Big Momma's House 2 and on the soap The Young and The Restless. She was a featured guest on The Tyra Banks Show and Tyra named Jessica the face of the future! Jessica White appeared in the new 2009 Sports Illustrated Swim Suit Issue!!! She has appeared in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue a phenomenal six times!!!

Bobby Moresco's CRASH Second Season Premiere!

Tune in tonight to see the premiere of Season 2 of Crash! IMTA longtime friend Bobby Moresco is the Executive Producer! The original television series is adapted from the Academy Award winning film. Bobby is producing the series along with writer-director, Paul Haggis. The stellar cast includes film icon Dennis Hopper as Ben Cendars and Eric Roberts who will play a billionaire entrepreneur Seth Blanchard. Catch the first episode of Season 2 called "You Set the Scene" Friday September 18 on Starz!

Eva Longoria Hosting the Alma Awards Tonight!

Tune in to tonight to see IMTA alum Eva Longoria presenting the ALMA Awards! New this year, she will be joined George Lopez who is co-hosting!!! Eva stars on one of TV biggest hits, is the owner of a successful restaurant, is a college student, and the founder and active Board member of the non-profit Eva’s Heroes dedicated to the developmentally challenged! She also is very involved with the NCLR (National Council of La Raza, a Hispanic civil rights organization), having executive-produced and hosted for the past four years the NCLR’s annual ALMA Awards that celebrate Latino heritage and its positive impact on American entertainment and culture.

For those fans eager to find out what is happening on Wisteria Lane, the wait is almost over. The hit dramedy Desperate Housewives returns for a 6th season on Sunday, September 27th. Longoria Parker and her on-screen husband, co-star Ricardo Antonio Chavira, are both 2009 ALMA Award honorees for their roles as Gabrielle and Carlos Solis on the hit TV show.

Be sure to tune into tonight to see Eva on the ALMA Awards!

IMTA Alum Grayson models for Richard Chai!

Designer Richard Chai presented his smash hit Spring 2010 men's collection and IMTA alum Grayson was one of the models selected for the show (Grayson is pictured above)! The collection was the talk of New York Fashion Week and got rave reviews! Grayson competed at IMTA and signed with Wilhelmina Models. Check out some shots from Grayson's amazing portfolio here:

Be on the lookout for more from this rising modeling star!

IMTA's Alum Jessica Biel in Easy Virtue out on DVD!

IMTA alum Jessica Biel sings in her latest film, Easy Virtue which is now out on DVD! Jessica actually debuted her singing skills on the IMTA stage in 1994 when she performed in IMTA's Talent Showcase! She sang an unforgettable version of "The Lullabye of Broadway" complete with top hat! Jessica also won a scholarship at IMTA to a top acting school and moved from Boulder, CO to Los Angeles. To read a great interview Jessica gave to IMTA in 1998, please visit this archived web page.

Jessica's upcoming projects include starring in the new film Valentines Day! She will star along side a group of mega stars including: Julia Roberts, Ashton Kutcher ( IMTA 1997), Anne Hathaway, Jessica Alba, Jennifer Garner, Shirley MacLaine, Bradley Cooper, Topher Grace, Emma Roberts, Hector Elizondo, Patrick Dempsey, Eric Dane, Taylor Lautner, Carter Jenkins, Taylor Swift, Jamie Foxx and Queen Latifah. This romantic comedy is set to be released February 12, 2010 and is directed by Garry Marshall.

Be sure to see Jessica in Easy Virtue!

Check Out IMTA Models at the Fall Fashion Shows!

Check out these amazing IMTA models who were all on the runway for fashion week! Katrina Hunter and Christian Houge modeled the newest fashions at the Fall Shows. After competing at IMTA, Katrina signed with New York Models and Christian signed with Wilhelmina!

Very Special Guest Article - IMTA VIP and Commercial Print Model Aaron Marcus!

THAT IMTA BLOG is very pleased to present a guest article by actor and commercial model Aaron Marcus!

Aaron Marcus is America’s Premier Acting and Commercial Modeling Career Coach. He is also the founder of HowtoModel.com, one of Google’s top ranked acting/commercial modeling career sites, offers his Becoming a Successful Actor and Commercial Model workshop throughout the U.S., Canada and Australia, and is the author of How to Become a Successful Commercial Model.

USE YOUR ACTING SKILLS TO BOOK COMMERCIAL MODELING JOBS

By Aaron Marcus

Excerpts from this article are taken from Aaron Marcus’ book How to Become a Successful Commercial Model (5^th edition).

What is Commercial Modeling?

Every day you see commercial models in many different types of ads. They appear in newspapers, catalogs, magazines, editorials, brochures, on posters, billboards, on the side of a bus, packages of food items, household products, games, etc.

To even be considered as a fashion model you must have very specific physical requirements. Normally women have to be between 5'9 - 6'0 tall and be 34/24/34 . Male fashion models are normally 6'0 to 6'2 and wear a size 40 regular jacket.

Commercial models, on the other hand, need only to have the ability to look like a real person. In commercial modeling people of all heights, weights, sizes, ages, and races are hired. Fashion models normally promote high-end designer clothes; commercial models advertise everything else.

How much do commercial models earn?

The fees are different from city to city and job to job. Adult commercial models can expect to make anywhere from $50 to $250 an hour depending on the market. Children are paid less than adults, but can earn up to $75 an hour.

What are the advantages to working as a commercial model?

Most people do commercial modeling to supplement their income on a part-time basis. The hours are extremely flexible, and the hourly fees paid to commercial models are wonderful. And, of course, it is a thrill to see yourself in a magazine, newspaper, brochure, or on a poster or billboard.

How you can create great photos for your comp card

Deciding on the image or images that fit you best might be the hardest part of the whole process of putting together a composite sheet. Ask agents, casting directors, photographers, art directors and friends how they see you being cast. Consider their input, but you need to make the final decision. You must figure out how you want to present yourself to the world. Are you best cast as the grandparent type, student, athlete, teacher, plumber, lawyer, mom? Do you look right roasting marshmallows around a campfire, sitting behind an office desk - or both?

Think about the types of photos that would best display those images. To help with ideas, look through:

● Magazines (non-fashion)

● Agents' web sites (ask the agents which models get the most work and study those shots)

● Newspaper ads

● Junk mail

● Photographers' showcase books (photographers pay to have their work shown in the books to generate business for themselves) One directory is called The Creative Black Book (www.blackbook.com). The Workbook is also a wonderful publication (www.worksbook.com). These books can be found in camera stores, art schools, some public libraries, at advertising agencies and on-line.

After the photo session

Before printing any composite sheets, you want to have agents view the photos and get suggestions from them. Contact some agents and see if they have open calls. Open calls are when agents see new people. Once you are sure that your photos will represent you well, then create a composite sheet.

When asked about IMTA, Aaron said, "Attending IMTA is an incredible opportunity to not only learn from but also be seen by many wonderful industry professionals."

Special thanks to Aaron for a wonderful informative article. You can receive incredible acting/modeling information, job and audition listings, see workshop schedules and read more about Aaron’s book at his site, www.howtomodel.com

Tiffany Thormton Premiered her Music Video on Radio Disney!!

Did you see Tiffany Thornton's new music video on The Disney Channel this weekend? The IMTA star debuted her new music video called Someday My Prince Will Come. She sings a new version of this vintage song! Tiffany updated her Twitter feed after the premiere on Disney Channel tonight, saying, “A huge dream just came true for me…thank u so much for all your sweet comments. I’m so glad y’all liked the music video! Love y’all”. This music video is scheduled for release on October 6th and part of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! Tiffany also took over Radio Disney and played her favorite Disney tunes this weekend!

When Tiffany competed at IMTA she showed she has talent in all areas: she can act, dance and sing! She recorded the theme song Let It Go for the Disney movie Hatching Pete with Mitchel Musso. She also starred in the Disney Channel original movie Hatching Pete! She just went to Orlando for launch of the first-ever "Disney Channel Summer At Sea" on the Disney Cruise Line! Two other IMTA alumni and Disney stars Alyson Stoner and Moises Arias (Camp Rock and Hannah Montana, respectively) were part of the cruise series this summer also! Most of you know Tiffany as Tawni Hart on the new hit show Sonny with a Chance airing now on the Disney channel!

IMTA Alum Haley Bennet in Horror Film Premiere!

Haley Bennett who competed at IMTA in 2001 is starring in a new movie called The Hole. The feature film is premiering in Italy today at the Venice Film Festival!! It's a 3-D thriller about two brothers who find a strange hole in the basement of their house. The hole is the passageway to their worst nightmares and scary thoughts. This horror movie is directed by Joe Dante and Haley plays Julie Campbell!

When Haley competed at IMTA, she was noticed by several agents and managers who were there scouting for new talent. Her first big movie was Music and Lyrics where she acted and sang! She starred in the hit The Haunting of Molly Hartley with Chace Crawford and in the comedy College! She is in post-production on Arcadia Lost where she stars as Charlotte!

IMTA Alum Zach Roerig in The Vampire Diaries tonight!

Catch the premiere tonight of the CW's The Vampire Diaries! IMTA Alum Zach Roerig stars as Matt in the new dramatic thriller series about teenagers and vampires! Don't be afraid this is a Twilight knock-off, the series is based on the L.J. Smith books which were actually written in the 90's before Twilight ever saw the light of day!

The Vampire Diaries is one of Fall's most hotly anticipated dramas and is getting rave reviews! The all-star cast includes Paul Wesley, Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder! The Executive Producer is Kevin Williamson, who was the driving force behind Katie Holmes' (another IMTA alum) hit series, Dawson's Creek! Zach plays Matt Donovan, the ex-boyfriend of lead actress Nina Dobrev's character!


Zach competed at the IMTA Convention in Los Angeles in 2003 where his charm, great looks and acting talent impressed the agents and managers attending. Zach signed with the late Thomas Harding Jones and FORD MODELS and was cast on One Life to Live, Reba and MTV's True Life. He is widely known for his portrayal of Casey Hughes on the daytime drama As The World Turns from 2005-2007. Last season, Zach Roerig joined the cast of the hugely popular Friday Night Lights as Cash, a local rodeo star who had eyes for fellow IMTA alum Adrianne Palicki's character, Tyra Collette!

Be sure to watch tonight's premiere to see Zach and see why everyone wants to sink their teeth into The Vampire Diaries!

IMTA Alum Elijah Wood in 9!

IMTA alum Elijah Wood's animated feature film 9 is opening in wide release today!!! The film is directed by the famed Tim Burton. In addition to Elijah, the film features the voices of John C. Reilly, Jennifer Connelly, Christopher Plummer, Crispin Glover and Martin Landau. It's a fantasy flick and follows a group of rag dolls trying to survive a post-apocalyptic existence.

Elijah got his start at IMTA in 1989 when he caught the eye of the famed superagent Al Onorato. He moved from Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Los Angeles and booked his first roles in Paula Abdul's memorable video Straight Up and the feature film Back to the Future Part II. Elijah has starred in over 40 feature films in his career and is one of Hollywood's (and IMTA's!) most-loved actors! MTV Movies Blog reports that Elijah Wood will join the Oscar-Winning cast of The Experiment! Elijah joins Adrien Brody, Forest Whitaker and Cam Gigandet in the remake of acclaimed 2001 German film.

IMTA Alum Brooke Burns in the new Melrose Place!

Tune in for the premiere of the new Melrose Place! The CW will show the pilot episode tonight at 9/8c (check your local listings.) Brooke plays Vanessa, the wife of Michael Mancini and the mother of his younger son, Noah. She joins an all-star cast including Daphne Zuniga, Josie Bissett and Ashley Simpson.

After competing at IMTA, Brooke went on to star in such projects as: CSI Miami, Baywatch, Dog Eat Dog, A Nero Wolfe Mystery, Ally McBeal, North Shore, Miss Guided, Pepper Dennis, The Salon, Death to Supermodels, Shallow Hal and The Art of Travel. Brooke recently wrapped a new drama called Mistresses for Lifetime and is also in post-production on the film Dancing Trees. She also co-hosted the hit game show Hole in the Wall!

Mika Boorem and Lyndsy Fonseca filming The Ward

Two IMTA alums Mika Boorem and Lyndsy Fonseca are currently filming the horror thriller movie The Ward. The story is about a young women who is in a mental institution where she is being haunted by a ghost! Lyndsy plays Iris in this scary movie and Mika portrays Alice and the film is being directed by John Carpenter.

Since attending IMTA in New York in 1994, Mika has guest starred on various television shows including House, The Ghost Whisperer, The Initiation of Sarah, The Drew Carey Show, Ally McBeal, Touched By An Angel, and Dawson's Creek. She has received two nominations for a Young Artist Award for her roles in the Christmas movie, Jack Frost and the blockbuster movie The Patriot with Mel Gibson. Lyndsy competed at IMTA in 2003 where she won Honorable Mention for Young Miss Talent of the Year and 2nd Runner up for Young Miss Dancer of the Year. At the convention, she signed with an agent and manager and moved to Los Angeles for her first pilot season at age 13. Since then she has starred in the hit show with fellow IMTA alum Eva Longoria Desperate Housewives! Her other various projects include: Heroes, Close to Home, The Beautiful Ordinary, How I Met Your Mother, Phil of the Future, Big Love, Intellectual Property, Waterfront, Cyber Seduction, I Do, They Don't, Malcolm in the Middle and Boston Public and Remember the Daze. Lyndsy's film Fort McCoy is scheduled for release on September 10!

IMTA Alum Melody Woodin in i-D Magazine!!

Check out these amazing shots of IMTA supermodel Melody Woodin in i-D Magazione pre-fall issue. She is modeling clothes designed by Zac Posen, Dolce and Gabbana, Chanel, Manolo Blahnik, Anna Sui and Marc Jacobs! Melody was discovered at IMTA in 2004 where she won Model of the Year! She signed with the prestigious international modeling agency Women Management and is also represented by Nathalie in Paris. She is a favorite runway, editorial and commercial model. Melody has modeled for some of the most highly influential and highly respected fashion designers in the world such as: Christian Dior, Badgley Mischka, Marc Jacobs, Oscar De La Renta, Luca Luca and appeared in a print ad for the Biore facial products. She is featured in L'Oreal Paris' ad campaigns and the hair color product line, Feria! Melody looks stunning with her gorgeous blond shimmering hair. To view Melody and the Feria hair color line, click here.

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IMTA Alum Wes Robinson in The Genesis Code!

Wes Robinson is currently filming The Genesis Code. He stars as JT Bochner in the movie about a hockey player who is in college and a female journalism student trying to come to grips with their differences in religion and science.

Wes competed at IMTA in January of 2003. He has appeared in many film and television shows including Scrubs, Gilmore Girls, Moonlight, Malcolm in the Middle, ER, Popstar and American Dreams.

Stayed tuned for more information on Wes and The Genesis Code!