Testimonials

Testimonials about the Academy website:

"In this age where every young girl aspires to be a model, it is imperative that there is a consistant source of information and advice readily available to help those reach their goals and ambitions.

The Kerri Parker Academy does exactly that, and what makes this site stand out from any other on the internet is that Kerri has been there herself as a young aspiring model, and uses her wealth of knowledge and experience to help those acheive their dreams.

When you log onto the Academy, not only do you get first class information and guidance about the industry, but you become a part of a large family and network of young models supporting one another. Girls of all backgrounds can now have a taste of model life through the various events Kerri puts on throughout the year and with that, have lots of fun on the way. Thanks Kerri! x"

Emma Watts, aged 20 from Manchester. Miss November 2008 winner and Model of the Year Runner up who has just signed with Lucy Pinders agent Neon Management!

''The Academy and Kerri have been been a great help to me over the past 2 years. Before I joined the academy I was mainly a promotional model with little photographic experience but was interested in doing some more photographic work ranging from glamour to fashion to go along side my promotional work.

Kerri and her team allowed me to travel down from Manchester to Norwich for a shoot with them where she guided and helped me learn different poses to capture a great picture. I have previously attended one of Kerri's Model Tutorial Days where again I gained more confidence in front of the camera and was given so great tips which I still use now : )

Also, the academy this year has also found me paid Grid Girl work within the field I have most experience which is promotional work at bike events where I got to work with some other lovely girls from the Academy. On a whole, from the first meeting and shoot I had with Kerri, I have done many shoots, had website features, appeared in newspapers, magazines and been offered lots of promotional work which i thank Kerri and her team for giving me that extra confidence boost. xxx''

Gemma Louise Bott, aged 19 from Manchester who has worked as a Grid Girl for Thundersport GB through the Academy!

''I have been with the Academy for 6 months now and am soo glad I joined!

I have made loads of new friends, recieved loads of advice and also enjoyed a Model Tutorial Day where I got my best photos yet! I'm also booking to go on another Model Tutorial Day in 2010!

If you want to get into modeling you should definately join the Academy tocmeet other models, apply for castings, receive advice and go on the Model Tutorial Days as well!

I say its the best move in modeling I have made!''

Kerrianne Crane, 24 from Ipswich who has attended one of our Model Tutorial Days.

''Since joining the Academy Kerri has always been a great help and is always there for support.

The Academy gets a good variety of jobs and I've been lucky enough to be a Grid Girl and appear on tv, and also shoot a feature for Nuts, which I applied for in the Academy casting section!

I also won a modelling contest with the Academy and went to The Model of the Year 2009 grand final, which was a well organised event and all the girls enjoyed :) x''

Micky Sasse, aged 18 from East Sussex. Micky has worked as a Grid Girl for us and was also one of our Model of the Year 2009 finalists also appearing in our official 2010 calendar!

''Since joining the Academy I have had some amazing opportunities!

I have done lots of jobs for the Academy, including catwalk modelling for the House of Fraser 'Bronzed Goddess' fashion show with Estee Lauder, promotional work for Bavaria Beer, working at Snetterton as a Grid Girl, and I already have paid shoots lined up for 2010!

I was a model of the year finalist after winning the live modelling contest at the April Model Tutorial Day.

Recently thanks to the Academy I was a hair model in Max Giamello's Vidal Sassoon hair show, and was also featured in Zoo with images from one of the Academy's photographers!

The Academy has helped me with so much, not only have I made loads of new friends, it has introduced me to the world of modellng, got me paid work and publicity, and also stopped me from getting scammed!''

Lauren Bowgen, aged 18 from Norwich. Lauren has worked for us on lots of jobs this year and was also in our Model of the Year 2009 grand final! Lauren was only 17 when she joined us!

''The Academy has helped me in so many ways as has Kerri herself! They have helped me find confidence and also helped me to believe in myself. The Academy has made me realise that everyone is beautiful and I have gained so much advice from the website, including fitness tips, fashion and beauty advice, what to do and how to act on a casting and most importantly it has made me aware of how many scams there are out there!

You do not realise how many scams there are until you find yourself in that situation and Kerri is the first person there if you need help! I have met so many great people through the Academy and the events Kerri holds and have made some friends for life. The Model Tutorial Days that are held once a month are a great experience. The day is absolutly brilliant you meet so many nice girls and the team are amazing and so helpfull.

The modelling industry is a very bitchy industry to be in but with the Academy everyone is like a family and at the tutorial days you will just see your confidence blossom as mine did! I would like to thank Kerri for everything she has done for me and how she has helped me and always been there.

I would recommend the tutorial days and joining the Academy to every girl who is either a model wanting to further their career or if you are wanting to get into the modelling insustry. It's a great way to kick start your modelling career!''

Sammy Hudson, 19 from Bunwell near Norwich.

Lets hear from our Teen Models:

''I first attended a Model Tutorial Day with the Academy, it was a great price and the best offer I found! I was nervous before the day but Kerri and the team were brilliant and put my mind to ease. I received advice from Kerri all day on everything she knows about modelling, and got some amazing images in some beautiful setting!

I enjoyed this day so much that i immediately became a member of the Kerri Parker Academy, which has given me brilliant opportunities already.

I was lucky enough to be chosen for one of the 30 finalists out of hundreds of girls who entered for Model Of The Year pageant. I was the youngest contestant and it was the most exciting thing I had ever done! I was up against girls over ten years older than me! Although I didn't win it was a wonderful experience which many girls dream of.

I would most definitely recommend joining the Academy, even if you do not wish to become a model as it really helps to boost confidence and self esteem. If you are under 18 like I am, I would just like to add how much Kerri looks out for me, she discusses every opportunity with my mum, she warns me of anything which may be a scam and also informs me of any work which becomes available for my age.

The Academy website also gives information about Model Tutorial Days and once you become a member you have access to the forum where you will be able to get to know other members, find out about up and coming jobs and everything you need to know to keep you updated!

Marina Maytum, aged 14 from Norwich.

''The Academy is such a safe way to get into the modelling industry and get noticed by the public, and by the media.

On my first Model Tutorial Day I was really nervous about the shoots but really wanted to get some lingerie shots! But once I got there and met everyone I was really comfortable, and the Academy has helped me gain so much confidence.

Since the tutorial, I came runner-up at one of the Model of the Year 2010 heats, and also appeared as a Bond Girl for a charity event at Norwich Football ground with some Academy girls and Kerri!

I am pushing myself to gain more experience in the industry and working with the Academy is the safest, and best way to make a name for myself!''

Paige Fitzsimmons, aged 17 from Dereham Norfolk

Testimonials about the Model Tutorial Days:

"Kerri and her team do a fantastic job at the Academy Model Tutorial Days.

The images are superb, and the atmosphere is relaxed and fun, and I have often recommended the Academy tutorial days to my friends after they have asked where they could get such great images themselves!

Kerri is also always on hand if you've got any questions, and to share her knowledge of the industry.''

Rachel Killington, Norwich, who has attended two of our Model Tutorial Days based in Norwich.

''I have wanted to be a model for years, I have tried a few times but always ended up paying out
huge amouts of money for photoshoots and got no more than 10 photos from the the days!

I joined the Academy under a year ago, and attended a London Model Tutorial Day where I got hundreds of images and had help from Kerri on how to pose and walk properly on a cat walk. I also got to work with some great photographers at the event!

I won the model competion on the day aswell which gave me a place as one of the finalists in the Model of the Year competion!

Since then through the Academy I have had a full page spread in Nuts magazine! I feel like I have already acheived a lot in such a small amount of time from being with the Academy!''

Joleigh Berry, aged 20 from Runcorn. Joleigh attended one of our London Model Tutorial Days and has since had a feature in Nuts through the Academy, won a place in The Model of the Year final, and was also featured in the official calendar!

''Before the joining Academy I had never done any modelling. I went along to the Ultimate Tutorial Day at Duston Hall, and it was absolutely fantastic! I received so many images and my confidence improved so much. Since then I have gone to many Model Tutorial Days and absolutely love them, I feel part like I have become part of a big new family!

Its not only the confidence and pictures you gain, it’s the new friends from all over the country, the great photographers you meet again and again, and the expertise from Kerri. She offers advice on applying for model jobs, tips on posing and outfits, and how to watch out for dodgy photographers and money making scams!

Kerri is not just a model or a business woman she is a friend and a confidence to all the Academy girls. Since joining the Academy I got the chance to be in the Model of the Year 2009 Final from winning one of the Model Tutorial Day competitions! It was one of the most amazing experiences I have had, there where no hidden charges or catches, just a great day for girls from all over the country who had won competitions!

I have also got a paid shoot in January 2010 through the Academy which I cant wait to do. I always recommend the Academy to all of my friends who always admire my pictures on Facebook. If you look around in the internet you can see all the scams, and the high priced days with no pictures included, so if any girl wants to become a model or just see what she looks like in a professional shoot then the Model Tutorial Days are perfect for you!

Kerri is a local Norwich girl who became a star and who now uses every waking moment giving advice to the hundreds of girls on her Academy, setting up competitions and giving other girls amazing chances to break the modelling industry or to just have a bit of fun! xxx"

Joanna Burgess, 20 from Norwich.

''I have always wanted to get into modelling but never had the courage to do so, a friend recommended the Model Tutorial days to me and I thoroughly enjoyed my first one!

I was extremely nervous, but Kerri is absolutely lovely and made me feel extremely comfortable.

Lingerie modelling is what I have always wanted to do, the photographers are outstanding and made me feel relaxed and I enjoyed all the shoots.

Through Kerri, I am hoping to do some grid girl work and possibly becomea promotional model for the Academy.

I would recommend anybody to join the Academy and come to the Model Tutorial Days.

The days have boosted my confidence and the images at the end are always wonderful! :) x

Gee Goddard, aged 17 from Saxmundham. Gee has attended several Model Tutorial Days with us this year!

''Since joining the Academy I feel a lot more confident in getting into the model industry, Kerri has put a lot of information and advice on the website to help us.

It has especially helped me with what we should look for in photographers and are own safety which is nice. I did the christmas Model Tutorial Day in Norwich and it was only my second photo shoot and I really enjoyed it!

Kerri made us all feel so welcome and helped us all in what outfits we should wear and how to pose and was always around if we needed her!

I travelled hundreds of miles to do that day but it was so worth it!

I have already booked onto the next Ultimate Model Tutorial Day with a Valentines Day theme next year as the images are brilliant and we recieve loads to help with our portfolio!''

Kelly Lewis, 21 from Cheshire. Kelly attended one of our Christmas themed Ultimate Model Tutorial Days in Norwich driving a very long way to come and see us!

Testimonials about the Portfolio Shoots:

''Once I head that Kerri was offering portfolio shoot I just knew that I just had to book in for one. I have met and worked with Kerrieand her team before so knew that it would defiantly be worth while the 300 mile round trip to Norwich!

From the minute I walked through the door I received everyones full attention, I had make up though out, and advice and guidance from my outfits to my poses.

The team definatly boosted my confidence, everyone was so nice and I received special one to one attention from all the team that I have never experienced ever from another studio.

So girls take my advice if you want to be treated like a star and receive a set of great images, book one of these fantastic value for money packages!''

Amy Walton from Manchester, who has worked as a Grid Girl for the Academy and won a contest to appear on the front cover of the official Grid Girls 2010 calendar!