There is far more to the modelling industry than most people realise.

Any parents with young children know exactly how much kids love a trip to the beach. Recently, parents of six youngsters were lucky enough to get a family trip to the beach as part of a photo shoot for UK children's clothing company Vintage Kit.

When popular shoe manufacturer Kickers set out to photograph their new children's range at popular fun park Legoland, they were mostly able to find models from among the friends and family of the Legoland staff.

For anyone wanting to get into a career in modelling, one of the best ways to improve your chances of success is to get advice from the stars of the modelling industry.

It doesn't always happen this way, but the story of Amanda Annan's path into a modelling career shows how with the right looks and a bit of luck, you can find success in no time at all.

If ever there was a woman who embodied the dream of the everyday teenager becoming a enormous superstar, it’s Coleen Rooney. From her down to earth upbringing in Liverpool, the 22 year old has gone on to become a media sensation.