Interview with Ashley Michelle — Southern belle with a twist
Ashley Michelle is a 27-year old model residing in Lafayette, Louisiana.
How would you introduce yourself to our readers?
I am a 27 year old freelance model, and was born in the great city of Lafayette, Louisiana and boy does the Cajun heritage run deep in my blood! I have a small family, including one brother, mom, dad and daughter, and they are very dear to me as well as a handful of friends whom I look at as family. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family and almost anything outdoors! I’m definitely a tomboy at heart!
When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?
In 2008 I was involved in a horrible car accident with an 18 wheeler and became very self conscious. Modeling gave me confidence and built me back up; I began my journey in 2010 and have loved every minute of it, this is more than a hobby for me, it’s a passion!
What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?
My goals are to make it as far as possible to show other girls regardless of where you are from that you can do anything! Your life is what you make it! Traveling is also big with me there’s so much of the world to see!
How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?
I mainly do photoshoots and love them being in front of the camera, it gives me a feeling like I’ve never experienced! I’ve also done lingerie shows which were really fun, bikini contest and car shows!
Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.
I haven’t had any bad experiences really; and as for best well the whole experience has just been amazing. I’m so blessed to have been given this opportunity and have met the awesome people I’ve worked with!
Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?
At my first bikini contest I was super nervous and tripped which was really embarrassing but now looking back I can laugh!
Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.
Nutrition is very important to me, and I watch my carbs and sugar intake. I usually go to the track 3 to 5 times a week for cardio.
Please share something people don’t know about you.
I was in active duty army and I’m a type one diabetic.
Would you change anything about yourself?
Be an inch or two taller so I could do runway!
If you had only 24 hours left to live, what would you do?
Travel as much as I could with my family and friends!