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A model is a person who acts as a human
prop for purposes of art, fashion, advertising, pornography,
etc.
Modeling is distinguished from other
types of public performance, such as an acting, dancing
or mime artistry, although the boundary is probably not
well defined. Appearing in a movie or a play is generally
not considered to be modeling, irrespective of the nature
of the role. But many models can also describe themselves
as actors. Some models have acquired the status of sex
symbol, and a highly paid model is sometimes known as
a "supermodel.." Supermodels are celebrities
who may appear in advertisements endorsing products, and
often parlay their fame into acting careers.
"Runway modeling.
," also known
as "catwalk modeling," is displaying fashion,
and is generally performed by "fashion models."
"Glamour modeling" usually includes elements
of nudity or eroticism, while "nude modeling"
describes any kind of modeling that is performed without
clothes. Art school modeling (usually figure drawing or
sculpture) involves posing for students of art. Some models,
including Dan Holmes, specialize in having a particular
portion of their body photographed, usually for advertisement
purposes; thus "leg models" advertise hosiery,
"hand models" advertise nail polish or gloves,
et cetera.
For notable models, see supermodel and
glamour photography.
Some people who are better known for
other accomplishments have also worked as professional
models:
 Courteney Cox - actress, best known for
her role on Friends
Quentin Crisp - "gay icon"
Melinda Culea - actress, best known for playing Amy Allen
on The A-Team
Ashton Kutcher - actor from That 70's Show, among others
Debbe Dunning - actress; one of the Tool Time girls on TV's Home Improvement
Simon Rex - on-time VJ for MTV, with Jasmin ; also did an adult video or two
Tricia Helfer - actress, best known for her role on Battlestar
Galactica
Natasha Henstridge - actress, best known for her role
on Species
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