1. find out if the agencies you are looking at representing you (I'm assuming you're not represented yet?) require a portfolio before meeting with you. They may not, as there's less competition in male modelling than female (and less work too though). You may want to do this 1st, as the agency may "prefer" you to use one of their photographers.
2. if you're truly serious about this, then my advice is to get professional quality photos done - which is not necessarily the cheapest one, nor your buddy's camera in your apt. (if this is for your portfolio).
3. bulk??? I think that's a 4 letter word in modelling, unless you're specifically looking at fitness modelling. I think lean and cut are the desired traits.
FYI - I'm an actor and not a model, so I'm going by 2nd hand experience and observation.
4. read up on scams about modelling and models paying their agents money up front, etc. Find out the repuation of some of the agencies near you. Just be aware of what is right and what is wrong - there are some companies that prey on the naiveness of people.
