Many supermodels will tell the story of how, by some stroke of luck, they were "discovered" overnight. Kate Moss was discovered in an airport waiting lounge. Sophie Dahl was spotted crying in the street after having an argument with her mother...the list of similar experiences goes on...

Yes, miracles happen every day, but it would be foolish to pin all your hopes on just being in the right place at the right time. If modeling is something you have your heart set on and are really serious about, you need to be prepared to take the steps necessary to make your dream a reality.

Modeling agencies and companies will often hold "open calls" or "model searches" in an attempt to find people with great/interesting looks and a personality to match. They will advertise these events on the radio or internet so as to reach as many people as possible. The more people that attend the event, the higher their chances are of finding modeling hopefuls with great potential to have an exciting and successful career in the modeling industry.

If you think you have what it takes to be the next supermodel, then be sure to be on the lookout for model searches and open calls in your area. You might just be the next model sensation waiting to be discovered!