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Alex Cabrero ReportingThere could be a fine line between pornography and modeling. A Utah talent agency warns parents in this kind of business that they need to be careful.
No matter what the look, the McCarty Talent Agency probably has it.
Cindi Evans, Ogden: "I was really nervous at the time when they said, ‘Oh he's ready. Let's go with him.'"
Cindi Evans is one of those moms whose young son just had the right stuff. Same for Robin Hammond.
Robin Hammond: "I didn't have any background in this whatsoever."
Like all mothers new to the modeling and talent world, it's hard to know who to trust.
Cindi Evans: "Research, I would say, is number one. If you don't do research, you'll never know what you're getting yourself into and your child."
There's no doubt it's flattering when an agency wants to model your child. Sherri Bradford knows full well.
Sherri Bradford: "It's always wonderful as a parent to see your child succeed."
But like the Duhamel-Granere case allegedly shows, be sure it's legitimate work.
Susie McCarty, McCarty Talent Agency: "It's sad, and it makes you angry, because it does, it hurts everybody in the business."
Susie McCarty owns McCarty Talent Agency, in business for 32 years. She says parents need to ask questions and for references on any modeling agency wanting to work with their children. And watch out for promises.
Susie McCarty: "I say to parents, then have them put it in writing. Get a contract with them with all the promises they make, and when they don't do that, they'll back away in a big hurry."
McCarty also says to use your gut feeling. If something doesn't feel right, there's a good chance it isn't.
