Model Integrity was born from local model and photographer Shannon Tacheny’s passion to offer the community honest information and legitimate resources in the talent industry. The modeling industry, notoriously plagued with scams, can often leave aspiring models (& parents of young models) misguided and short hundreds or thousands of dollars, leaving them no further along in their pursuits than when they started. When Shannon began modeling over ten years ago she faced many of the same obstacles, and soon realized the drastic need for getting aspiring models upfront advice.

Through events and workshops, Model Integrity exists to offer potential models of all ages honest information on how to break into the modeling industry. Our intention is to give aspiring talent the information they need to realistically pursue their dreams, whether that means making it big as a model or actor, or just pursuing a part-time hobby as local talent.

Our Open Model Call events are aimed at individuals of ALL AGES who are interested in modeling. These events feature a FREE informative session where you will get a better understanding of the local Minneapolis modeling market and learn how to avoid industry-related scams, while also partnering with local businesses & designers to hold a “model call” and give chosen attendees the opportunity to win real modeling experiences. These events also give you the opportunity to connect with local resources in the areas of fashion, beauty, photography, and fitness that may be of interest to you as you pursue the talent industry.

Whether you have a “high-fashion” look or are interested in portraying the everyday, ordinary person in ads and commercials, a Model Integrity event will speak to you. If you have little to no experience, have pursued one or more other routes without success, or are hoping to get your big break, Model Integrity is the place to start!

- Model Integrity is a division of Feather Blue Studios -