Interview with Alana Smith
Alana Smith is a 22-year old model residing in Los Angeles, California.
How would you introduce yourself to our readers?
I love modeling, reading, dancing and having fun. I was born and raised in LA. My current profession is being a full-time model.
When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?
I first realized I liked modeling when there was this fashion show at my high school, modeling prom dresses. I submitted my pictures, not thinking I was going to get picked for it, but I did! It was all for fun, but then I realized I was good at it I loved it and I could make money from it. It’s a win-win for me!
What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?
I want to be on the cover -or at least somewhere in- any well-known magazine whether it is a swimsuit, hair, makeup, or fashion magazine. I also want to travel for modeling as well. I haven’t gotten the chance to travel out of state other than Arizona for modeling yet. I really want to get signed to a new modeling agency as well.
How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?
I book freelancing jobs at least once a week. Lately it’s been for television, when they need models for a tv show or something, but I also have been booked lately for photo-shoots as well.
Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.
Best experience was walking the runway for Furne One Amato. His designs are amazing, so expensive and have been worn by huge celebrities, so it was really cool that I had the opportunity to walk for him.
I really don’t believe in having bad experiences, I try to turn all experiences into positive ones.
Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?
When I first started modeling, doing runway shows, I was kind of taken aback seeing all the models rip their clothes off. That kind of startled me at first, but now I do it as well. I figured, my body is beautiful, I have nothing to be ashamed of!
Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?
I would try to change the lack of diversity in this industry. I feel there should be more races, than just it dominating in one race. I also wish there were more modeling jobs, but take what you can I guess.
Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.
I run a lot, lately have been starting to lift, and I love kickboxing. I eat vegetables and poached chicken or fish. I try to stay away from sugars as well. And I do not ever drink soda, but that is just me.
Please share something people don’t know about you.
I was home schooled up until eighth grade.
Would you change anything about yourself (physical or otherwise) if you could?
I would change my brain if I could. I wish I could make it hold more information, all the secrets of the universe. Sometimes after studying a lot -especially microbiology-, I feel like my brain wants to explode. Haha. I’m done.
Have you ever stolen anything?
I took a penny from my friend’s house when I was little, I felt so bad about it and lost sleep over it, so the next time I went back to her house I put that penny back.