Interview with Cami Annette — Model, Writer, and Web Designer
Cami Annette is a 25-year old model residing in San Francisco, California.
How would you introduce yourself to our readers?
Howdy, folks! I am a professional netizen by day and a fitness and lifestyle model by…well…also by day! Born in Oakland, California, I am the youngest of three girls. I get my height -5’10- from both parents: my mom is 6’1 and my dad is 6’3!.
I can usually be found walking my two dogs, Boise and Paco. Hiking and HIIT, which stands for high-intensity interval training, are my favorite forms of exercise and how I spend most of my free time.
When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?
I’m a noob to the modeling world, having just started in September 2014. I’ve done shoots for friends over the years, but only recently decided to pursue modeling professionally. So far everyone I’ve met and worked with has been amazing; I feel so blessed to have had the opportunities I’ve had so far and really look forward to what the future has in store.
What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?
In addition to appearing in Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Edition, I would love to publish a book. I also want to return to school and earn a second Bachelor’s in computer science.
How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?
I’ve been shooting a couple times a week since early October. I mainly do photoshoots, but have a video shoot coming up in the next couple weeks. The last photoshoot I did was for HP Computers, which was shot by the fabulous Doug Adesko.
Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?
Eek. Once I had a photographer pull out his “friend” while we were reviewing my photos on his computer. Needless to say, I never shot with him again.
Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.
I am a regular yogi and practice about twice a week. My favorite type of yoga is “power” or Ashtanga yoga. I also do HIIT in the form of an abs class at my gym twice a week. Finally, I walk at least 6 miles a day with my dogs and try and hike three times a week.
Nutritionally, however, I am all over the place. I try and eat a hearty piece of meat, either steak or a pork chop, three days a week. I hydrate regularly with fresh water as well as C2O coconut water. Otherwise, I don’t really eat anything on a consistent basis and often let my body guide me toward certain foods.
Please share something people don’t know about you.
I once gave bone marrow in college. SO painful, but SO worth saving a life.
Would you change anything about yourself?
Yes! I would stop thinking so much. Physically, I’d probably correct the scar that appears next to my right nostril. I was bitten by a dog about three years ago and the scar remains.
Where is the weirdest place you’ve ever peed?
In my backyard. I was training my puppy to use the potty outside and figured I’d show her how it was done! She’s fully housetrained now thanks to me, ha!
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