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Subject: Aquarian Associates Author: No name [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] Date Posted: 19:21:29 04/26/03 Sat In reply to: Wondering mom 's message, "Aquarian Associates" on 11:42:17 04/26/03 Sat Hi they did a open call here. After they did the camera thing we left and about 1 week latter we got a letter saying they liked my daughter and they wii represent her for ?? I think $200.00. Send MOMEY Now Letter! And we could come back for a info session at a latter date. We did not do it Because we were told to never pay up front! Then about 1 month latter we got a letter inviting us to a convenition. But that is all I know. Hope it helped a little. [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ]

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[> [> Subject: Aquarion - is this a scam? Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 09:48:44 09/23/03 Tue Went to an open call, got a letter saying they had a "favorable evaluation" for my son and want me to come to a meeting - did not ask for money - yet. Has anyone been to this meeting and what is this all about? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: The casting call Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 15:32:14 09/29/03 Mon Hi has anyone recieved anymore info on this company??? My daughter went to the casting call and we now have a letter to attened 10/9/03??? I really want more info on the company, before I go! Thanks for any info... [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: Aquarian Associates Author: RP [Edit] Date Posted: 12:13:16 09/30/03 Tue I also received a letter about my son receiving a "Favorable Evaluation" and to come back for a meeting on 10/9. I also would like to know if this is a scam! Anyone? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: Call back Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 04:45:26 10/01/03 Wed Our son also got a callback and we went to the meeting yesterday. It was very informative...but we now have to make a decision if we want to continue with them because they are asking for 490.00 to cover all the costs of pictures. They make sure you know that they are NOT an agency. They are pretty much like promotors FOR the agency. This 490.00 will cover all costs to attend the event in L.A. where the agencies will be there to look at your child to see if they want you. I'm currently doing research to find out if this is worth it...because I've been scammed before! Hope this info is helpful. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> Subject: information Author: stacy [Edit] Date Posted: 18:28:56 10/08/03 Wed please let me know what you find out i am very interested thanks [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: RE: Aquarion-is this a scam? Author: Hannah [Edit] Date Posted: 16:50:09 10/05/03 Sun Hi, going to this meeting should be harmless if they ask for money it might be a scam. There's this thing called ProScout, they help find models and acters for agencies. You go to an open call if choosen you are given info about a ProScout event on the spot. It cost about $500 please hotel fees (if you stay in one) and the price of food. The people are pretty nice and they have helped discover tons of models and acters. I went to their event and now I'm being followed by two modeling agencies. Anyway they explain it better then I do if you want to check it out their wedsite is http://www.proscout.com Hope I helped somebody. Peace out, Hannah [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> Subject: proscout.com Author: stephanie (curious) [Edit] Date Posted: 07:20:46 10/20/06 Fri MY DAUGHTER HAS BEEN SELECTED BY PROSCOUT TO GO TO LITTLE ROCK ARK., THE FEE IS $695.00, IS IT WORTH IT, SHOULD I BRING HER? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: ProScout-Little Rock Author: Ev [Edit] Date Posted: 16:34:42 01/04/07 Thu Stephanie, I went to an open call with my daughter in New Orleans. We are are going to Little Rock for Jan. 07 invitational. I did some modeling when I was younger, so I know a bit about what she is in for. They are not exactly a scam... but slick. I wouldn't even dream of going for acting. It is too subjective and you only have a short monologue to prove yourself. Modeling is about a look and has more criteria. Height,weight etc.If you don't meet the criteria don't waste the $$$. It is expensive, but I think she has a chance and it is easier to go the convention than to do it all myself! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: Dont Listen to her!!!! Author: No name (Dont Listen to her!!!!) [Edit] Date Posted: 08:17:36 11/09/07 Fri I just read what you wrote. Im trying to get into the Modeling world too,but DONT PAY THEM ANYTHING!!!! No one should have to pay anything. An agent is suppose to do that for you if they want to get you work. Proscout and Model Search NYC all tell you that you got want it take and that they invite you to a convention. NO one get picks its ALL a scam. No REAL modeling agency is goin to the STUPID convention to look for models. Real Model agency have open calls at their company, so would go there. DONT waste your time and MONEY on these things because you dont get anywhere. Tyra Bank said that you dont pay any money and its true. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: My Child Was Chosen For Proscout Author: Virginia (Confused) [Edit] Date Posted: 11:46:08 04/17/07 Tue My child was also chosen for Proscout. Price was 695.00. I like what was said about Proscout. I was not sure. Top Model Tara Banks says if you have to pay money at the beginning such as this that it was probably not true. Asking you for your opinion. Did you daughter go and was she successful. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: proscout like others, scam Author: Kathryn [Edit] Date Posted: 03:17:41 03/03/08 Mon I went to one of these open calls with my 5'9" 13 year old daughter. She made it through first interview and was asked to go to another where the "top" agencies would be. For $400 we could have a photo session done and use the pics for the interview. I called local modeling agencies to check the guy out. Level Modeling said she knew Dwight Young and said "oh, now he's selling photo packs." She said you should NEVER pay for these things. Agencies make money by booking jobs. You should NEVER pay any money up front. She recommended we have prof pics done if we could but stressed to NEVER pay money at open calls. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: My Child Was Chosen For Proscout Author: Virginia (Confused) [Edit] Date Posted: 11:49:56 04/17/07 Tue My child was also chosen for Proscout. Price was 695.00. I like what was said about Proscout. I was not sure. Top Model Tara Banks says if you have to pay money at the beginning such as this that it was probably not true. Asking you for your opinion. Did you daughter go and was she successful. P. S. I never anything about modeling and did I mention my child is only four years old. It would truly be a blessing if he could go to the top though this program, but a nother problem that I have is that I do not have that kind of money right now and I probably miss out on the opportunity for now anyway. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: The casting call Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 03:27:23 10/02/03 Thu We went to an Aquarian Associates open casting call in Oakland, CA (mid-Sept) and received a "favorable evaluation" form letter regarding our daughter. We are invited to a meeting Oct. 12th in Hayward, CA. After reading some info. on how legitimate talent agents work, my gut tells me this one is a scam. The tacky form letter made me suspicious to begin with... We won't be going! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: response to your questions Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 14:34:12 12/05/05 Mon yes I was just to one of those meeting and they want my daughter to go to the golf coast 2006 search, but they want me to pay 395.00 to attend this, and it has to be paid by tomorrow 11-6-05. I am not to sure about this. I do not want to give them my money and for it to not be a sure thing that my child be get picked. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: the truth hurts its a scam/DONT GO IT WILL ONLY ENTICE YOU TO LOSE YOUR MONEY Author: No name (TIRED OF CON ARTISTS) [Edit] Date Posted: 14:59:57 04/27/07 Fri THE TRUTH HURTS BUT IT IS A SCAM/DONT GO UNLESS YOU LIKE GIVING YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY TO ARTIFICIAL SOURCE THAT LIVES OFF HURTING THE EMOTIONS OF CHILDREN AND THE FINACIAL STABILITY OF ADULTS WHO DONT KNOW THE SLICKNESS OF AMERICAN CON ARTIST [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: PAY BACK Author: JAW BREAKER (UPSET) [Edit] Date Posted: 15:29:50 04/27/07 Fri THIS MESSAGE IS STRICTLY FOR GREAT AMERICAN TALENT SEARCH I PAID ALL MY MONEY BECAUSE I LOVE MY CHILD THE SAME REASON IM GOING TO BREAK THE JAW OF THE FIRST THREE GAMTS ASSOCIATES I SEE IF BY ANY CHANCE THIS IS A SCAM!!!!! AND I DO MEAN IT. I WILL GO TO JAIL OR DIE ABOUT MY CHILDREN!!SO BE PREPARED!! SEE YOU IN PITTSBURGE. YOU CAN KEEP THE 1,000 VENGENCE IS WHAT IM AFTER!!!SEE YOU SOON [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Pay Back Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 20:19:17 10/13/07 Sat First, get a grip. Set a positive example for your child! Last of all ,learn to spell. Pittsburgh [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Aquarian associates Author: Stacy [Edit] Date Posted: 08:52:48 09/30/03 Tue Hi, we too got a "callback" for our daughter. After doing some research, I am declining to go. For more info on the "cost" look at this website http://www.ezbc.com/prices.html I also found a photographer that used to work for them that now say they are a Casablanca. Hope this help. :) [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Aquarian Associates Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 22:35:27 10/01/03 Wed I also got a letter inviting us to attend this informational meeting on Oct. 11th, 2003. I had two children with me and only got an invite for one to go to this. I did some additional research and found out that at this meeting we will be invited to their annual Event held in LA., CA., and PA. However to participate in this event you are required to pay a non refundable registration fee (it doesn't say how much). And all expenses to and from the event are at the participant's expense. I found this information at this link: http://www.pittsburgh.bbb.org. I hope this helps you make up your mind, as I don't want to waste a bunch of my time either. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Aquarian Associates Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 11:27:41 10/02/03 Thu We too got a letter to attend a meeting on 10/9/03, in Santa Clara. I would also like more info on this company before attending the meeting. I have looked on the web, but cannot find a website for this company. All I can find is their listing in the Pittsburgh BBB (Better Business Bureau website at http://www.pittsburgh.bbb.org) under serveral names: "MTM", "Model & Talent Management Agency", "American Modeling, Inc." and "Model Management". The write-up from the BBB was "Satisfactory". Not sure what to make of it. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: Aquarian associates Author: Carmellia [Edit] Date Posted: 15:07:50 01/04/04 Sun Aquarian associates AKA Great American model and talent. Big Scam.... i wish i would have known then, what I know now. That $480.00 that I spent on that model search in L.A. The travel pay from Oakland and motel stay. Put my family back $900.00. That didnt included the fact that we had to pay to get in the hall where the seach was being held. 30.00 a person.(mother, husband, brother and myself 3x4 = $120.) My daughter Imani 3yrs old.At the time she was almost 2. We had big hopes. when they where calling of the numbers of the ones they chose for on camera. I crossed my finger. her number was called. When they where calling names for opportunities. I held my mothers hand and closed my eyes. Her name was called. Did I hear from them again? yes. 4 months later for $250.00 for an open call the next year. I just wish more people spoke up then. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: AQUARIAN ASSOCIATES Author: CHARLOTTE A DAVIS [Edit] Date Posted: 13:49:36 01/10/04 Sat THIS IS THE BEST THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME. AMD FOR MY SON. HE FIRST COMPETED WHEN HE WAS 2, NOW HE HAS 5 AGENTS, 12 COMMERCIALS 4 OF THOSE ARE NATIONALS, 8 MUSIC VIDEOS AND 3 TV SHOWS AND NUMEROUS PRINT ADS HE IS EVEN FEATURES ON BILLBOARDS. I UNDERSTAND THAT EVERYONE HAS OPIONS AND THAT WE ALL THINK THAT OUR CHILDREN ARE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL OR HANDSOME AND MOST TALENTED BUT THAT IS OUR PARENT FEELINGS. TYLER HAS BEEN GOING TO THE SEARCHES SINCE HE WAS 2 HE IS NOW ALMOST 8. IF I HAD NOT ATTENDED THE SEARCH THEN THE AGENT WHO SIGNED HIM FIRST WE WOULD OF NEVER SEEN. IF SOMETHING DOESN'T GO OUR WAY SOMETIMES IN HASTE WE SAY THINGS THAT WE MIGHT REGRET. I HAVE LEFT MY EMAIL AND IF THEY ARE ANY PEOPLE WHO READ THIS AND HAVE QUESTIONS EMAIL ME PLEASE, PUT AQUARIAN IN THE SUBJECT LINE. AS FAR AS THE NAME BEING CALLED SOMETIMES IT CAN BE IMMEDIATELY AND IT CAN GO BEYOND THAT. SOME AGENTS AND SCOUTS GO BACK AFTER THE SEARCH AND COMPILE ALL THE INFO NEEDED FOR A PROJECT AND THIS COULD TAKE SOME TIME. ALSO THEY TOLD PEOPLE ONCE THAT THEY GO TO THE SEARCH THEN THEY ARE OFFERED A DISCOUNT TO COME BACK. IT IS WELL WORTH THE MONEY THAT YOU HAVE TO PAY. JUST LOOK AT IT ANOTHER WAY, IF YOU HAD TO GO TO NEW YORK OR TO LA AND STAY FOR AN EXTENDED AMOUNT OF TIME AND PAY FOR PICTURES THAN YOU ALREADY MAXED WHAT THE SEARCH COST, NOT TO MENTION THE TIME. SO AGAIN I SAY THIS HAS BEEN AMAZING AND IF YOU..... BELIEVE IN YOUR CHILD THAN YOU JUST LISTEN TO YOUR HEART AND NOT ANGRY PEOPLE'S WORDS. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Tyler? Author: heated [Edit] Date Posted: 09:04:59 10/29/04 Fri To Charlotte Davis: I have seen this same message on other websites slamming Aquarian Associates(www.modelforums.com). Is this what you do all day? Sit at your computer and reply to everyone who are weary of this company? Do they pay you to do this? You say your sons name is Tyler? I have been to the Aquarian Associates casting call where I also was invited to a presentation. At the presentation, they showed a video of some success stories, one of which was a little boy named Tyler for a NASCAR commercial for which he was shown for about 2 seconds. If I am not mistaken, that is your son right? (If not I apologize)But, at the end of the presentation, you came in and spoke to everyone IN PERSON about how your son "made it" which sounded very well rehearsed. Now, I did believe you, until I'm starting to see your messages on different websites stating the same exact thing. It is VERY suspicious that you were at the presentation for Aquarian As. along with Tyler, and now I am seeing your messages all over the web replying to anyone with some kind of doubt about Aquarian Associates. Also, you clearly stated that this company didn't make you pay a dime... then within the last 5 minutes of the presentation, they asked for a $485.00 payment, a $240.00 down payment, or a $199.00 down payment to where you can pay the rest later!!! I'm not 100% sure, but something is definitly wrong with this shit. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Have Fun With It Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 09:26:44 02/05/07 Mon I just attended this search as well. My son got a call back so we went and listened with open minds. After personally speaking with Charlotte and her answering all of my questions, my husband and I decided to go back the next day and sign our son up for the Pittsburgh convention. The only thing that made me second guess was that I thought my 6:00 meeting was the only meeting for all call backs-come to find out, call backs were all day. I didn't like that idea! As far as I'm concerned had Aquarian Associates not done this, we would not have pursued it. My son is 11 months, very handsome, great personality and a happy baby. All in all he has great stage presence and is photogenic. I thought, what do we have to lose? The only thing I got from any of the meetings and info we received from Aquarian is that they promise us EXPOSURE and EXPOSURE only. If we can get our son exposed to this many agents, casting directors and producers he's bound to have a better chance! We are in it for the fun if nothing else. Everyone doesn't make it no matter how cute we think our children are. I do believe Charlotte and Taylor are regular down-to-earth people and that she IS NOT being paid for her story. She attended a convention just like you and me and they were lucky and got chosen. It could happen to any of us! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> [> Subject: Have Fun With It Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 19:19:46 08/11/07 Sat Charlotte's son is not Taylor it is Tyler. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: Aquarian Associates Author: Jennie [Edit] Date Posted: 10:08:06 02/20/07 Tue I also got the letter that my child was accepted. Like everyone else, I paid the money. The company requires the money up front and I had no time to do research on the company. After doing research and coming up on several sites with nothing good to say, I called the company and demanded my money back. I really do not think the company is completely a scam, you do get exposure that 20 seconds you are on stage, but after that I don't THINK they continue to try to get you jobs. Yea they update your photos every year, but they should if you are having to pay 500-600 dollars a year to attend the convention. Needless to say, I threatened to file a report with the Better Business Bureau if I did not get the money back. The company sent me an email saying I had been credited. They game me no problems at all. Just throwing this out there for anyone else having doubts. Its probably not too late if you have already paid the money. I'm not sure why it was so easy, maybe this is how they stay in good standings with the Better Business Bureau. The only request from the company is that they get their contract back. I'm not sure why this is of such importance. Is this the ticket to get in the door to the conference? Since I received no tickets after paying, I am wondering how you prove you were offered the opportunity to attend. Is they a list with everyones name on it? I would love to hear from anyone else that has attended. Thanks!!! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> [> Subject: Aquarian associates Author: yvette [Edit] Date Posted: 12:42:00 04/11/07 Wed The company hit Hampton, VA last week. The cost was $629 to get your child "exposure" at the convention in PA. We decided not to do it. I think we can accomplish the same thing by taking some head shots and sending them to agencies. If I had read this message board first I never would have gone to the open call. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: Pittsburgh BBB is one of the worst in America Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 22:09:36 01/09/04 Fri IT IS SO EASY TO GET MEMBERSHIP WITH THE BBB IN PA. GETTING MEMBERSHIP FROM THE BBB IN PA DOES NOTHING WHATSOEVER TO INDICATE, MUCH LESS PROVE A COMPANY IS LEGITIMATE. THEY GIVE MEMBERSHIP TO AT LEAST THREE ADVANCE-FEE COMPANIES: 1. WISH NETWORK (MODELREP.COM) 2. HIGHLITE "AGENCY" (HIGHLITE.COM) 3. AQUARIAN ASSOCIATES OTHER BBB OFFICES IN THE COUNTRY WOULD NEVER GIVE ANY OF THESE COMPANIES MEMBERSHIP! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: aquarian associates Author: Melanie [Edit] Date Posted: 19:26:54 02/13/04 Fri just wanted you to know that I just went to their informational meeting tonight after getting the "call back". They wanted $485.00 for the reg. fee for their convention, plus the ticket price to get in - $55.00; and we have to pay all our travel expenses. I read an article that stated, interestingly enough, that Aquarian Associates donates money to the Pittsburg BBB.... mmmmmm..... http://www.pittsburgh.bbb.org/information.asp?ID=30&IDDoc=43 there's the link.... [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Aquarian casting ! Author: Concerned MOM [Edit] Date Posted: 15:08:30 10/02/03 Thu Hello, we recently took my daughter for the evaluation also. We just recieved a letter from Aquarian yesturday saying they liked her. I am not sure if this is a scam or is it for real. If any one knows any thing about this company I would appreciate some info. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Casting call from Aquarion associates Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 20:42:46 10/02/03 Thu I took my 4 yr. old twins to a casting call in Oakland, Ca. & received a letter from them 1 week later. I was asked to attend a meeting in Hayward because my twins had a "favorable evaluation" also. Is this company a scam? Has anyone attended their meeting? If so, please post some info about this company. Thanks!! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Reply to casting call Author: Unique [Edit] Date Posted: 23:26:36 10/03/03 Fri I also have received a letter I was not asked for any money. The letter stated, come to an appointment on October 9,2003 at the same place as the audition. I am going to try to do some research, which is what brought me to this site any way. If I find some information on the company I will leave the link or some information on this site. If some one else does the same can you share your info. ? Thanks [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Reply to casting call Author: Unique [Edit] Date Posted: 23:28:55 10/03/03 Fri I also have received a letter I was not asked for any money. The letter stated come to an appointment on October 9,2003 at the same place as the audition. I am going to try to do some research, which is what brought me to this site any way. If I find some information on the company I will leave the link or some information on this site. If some one else does the same can you share your info. ? Thanks [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: Re: Reply to casting call Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 11:52:44 10/09/03 Thu Just wondering if anyone has yet to attend Aquarian Associates' informational meeting/appointment, and what they make of it so far? We have also been invited to attend on 10/16/03. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Reply to casting call Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 13:50:41 10/09/03 Thu My daughter and I also attended an open casting call in the Los Angeels and has received a letter stating to come for an appointment on 10/18/2003. It also states that only the serious attend. I am here looking for information on the company and this is the closet I have gotten. I have been told in the past that if someone is interested in your child your money should not leave your pocket. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: LOOK! Author: Shawn Gano [Edit] Date Posted: 05:52:38 02/15/04 Sun I have been searching all morning for info on this company. They have invitited our daughter to attend the big convention in June. I have read about 100 of these same messages. As I was reading all of these horrible reviews I noticed that there were only two positive ones. Strangely they had the same text, but were supposed to be from two different parents and two different children. They are posted in different places. One is on this very page and the other is: http://www.voy.com/139749/372.html Then I noticed the date and time of each. They were posted on the same day 8 minutes apart. Do you smell a rat? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: My view Author: No name [Edit] Date Posted: 19:04:17 10/24/06 Tue We live in Denver - We have went through the entire process and will be going to LA next month. Scam or not, I forsee it as a small price to pay for a chance of adventure for our son. If our son gets selected awesome - If not, so be it. You don't get ahead in life without taking chances. I'll be sure to come back and post afterwards. Anyway, got relatives in LA, so we are making it a nice vacation while we are there. Good luck to everyone and remember, people talk more about a negative experience than a positive expierence. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]