La Gomera finalizes the presentation of its support program for the island textile sector, with the search for new models, whose casting will be held on November 1 at the Valle Gran Rey Tourism Office
People interested in participating must register in advance to secure their place in the casting, through the form available at this link
Under the title 'La Gomera is looking for you', the Cabildo is looking for new talents who want to develop a professional future in the world of fashion. This action is aimed at young models who seek to take their first steps on the catwalk and train to develop their skills and undertake in the sector as a step to the presentation of the 'La Gomera Moda y Magia' project that will materialize this October.
The Minister of Tourism, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, María Isabel Méndez explained that the Cabildo has been working in recent months on the creation of a seal “that brings together Gomero creators, designers and artisans who will have the opportunity to promote their work through specific actions aimed at promoting marketing and job creation, in a sector full of opportunities.”
Likewise, he explained that La Gomera is already incorporated into the Fashion Sector Committee formed by the Government of the Canary Islands, through Proexca, and that "it seeks to support the island's SMEs, promoting their promotion to promote growth and competitiveness in the sector, also creating synergies that favor commercial dynamization and the promotion of the island in various markets, which is why it works to favor the identity nature of the proposal and betting on sustainability as a key piece," he stressed.
The director of the event, Edgar Magdalena, expressed himself along these same lines, insisting on the need to work to retain talent and create opportunities “on an island that inspires fashion.”
Casting on November 1
The casting will take place next Saturday, November 1 at the Valle Gran Rey Tourist Office, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and will be open so that people on the island over 16 years of age can have an opportunity to embark on a future in the world of fashion.
In this case, with the help of renowned professionals, such as the photographer Manuel González from the creative studio Vigonarte, Diego Barroso, designer of the Filst brand, or the photographer and fashion producer Edgar Magdalena.
People interested in participating must register in advance to secure their place in the casting, through the form available at this link. For more information, the contact telephone number 922 100 412 and email have been established. jmorales@camaratenerife.es.
Likewise, it will be necessary for applicants to attend the appointment with comfortable clothing and a white t-shirt, without heavy makeup, and with runway shoes. Minors must provide authorization signed by their parents and/or legal guardians.
The initiative is promoted by the Cabildo of La Gomera together with 'Canarias Islas de Moda' of Proexca, with the collaboration of the Delegation of the Chamber of Commerce of Santa Cruz de Tenerife on the island.
