Interview with Lady Faide — Model made of Fire
Lady Faide is a 20-year old model residing in Winter Haven, Florida.
How would you introduce yourself to our readers?
I started out in the middle of tourist central; Central Florida, the south but not truly so. My parents were Yankees and I had 3 older and sometimes wiser sisters; that’s where my character comes from. There’s nothing like being relentlessly bullied by at least one of your older sisters at some point in your day.
I love video games; not shooters, because I have terrible aim, Role Play Games are my gem. Really though I enjoy archery and guns, I can shoot both. I adore climbing trees, you can get some spectacular views especially for someone who’s so used to being so close to the ground.
However my mind at all times is preoccupied with animals, photography, writing, and modeling. I am a freelance model, and a part time teller to support my many pet habits.
When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?
It was a very foggy start, I remember having the desire to model, and then, going to my first “shoot” with a now friend of mine who I had met and talked to online. Between then I know I spent a lot of time how I still do, weeding out fake photographers, men with cameras, boyfriends with limitations, you name it. My first shoot was in March of 2014, my first professional booking wasn’t until December that same year.
I remember Why like my first kiss. The stunning images of the female form. In lingerie, swimwear… nothing… There were some captivating images of art out there, and I wanted to be a part of creating them, and to be the woman in them. I haven’t even made it to an agency yet, but you better believe I’m trying. There isn’t a minute where I’m not thinking of what I can add to my portfolio so someone will notice and remember me.
What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?
Personal: I want to run my own club; Not your standard club, one where everyone knows everyone and we’re family, if only for a night. I also would like to see my fiery red hair brightly displayed on one of those Victoria Secret adds; not your standard type of monochrome beauty, but more exotic knock your socks off gorgeous like the lingerie.
Professional: I can’t say it’s much different, who said the two can’t intersect?
How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?
I am normally booked every weekend for at least one shoot, sometimes two and on those more frisky weeks, three.
I’ve been contacted for a few movies, video and acting, however it’s mainly photo-shoots all for the purpose of building my portfolio. I do boatloads of Glamour modeling, I am very good at looking good for the camera.
Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.
Well, I have met some really cool people through doing this, and each shoot is a new experience. I always have fun with my shoots, being strictly professional is no fun. There is always room for both, and this has let me have some of the most unique and memorable experiences.
The worst thing I can say is I’ve had one jealous female walk up to me in the middle of a shoot and start screaming profanities at me for being an ugly you-know-what. This was presumably over the looks I was receiving from her male “friend.” It was rather surprising since I was fully clothed for this shoot.
Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?
Oh goodness, yes. I was in the middle of cutting up and acting a little bit of a fool during one of my outdoor shoots and I was in the middle of mocking the ducks because I thought they were cute.
I was completely beside myself when one of the ducks swam up out of the water, walked up to me and started talking to me. I wanted to take him home with me.
Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?
The standardized carbon cut out of the perfect image of a woman who’s this tall, this weight, this hair color, and this face and body shape.
I want to see Covergirl and Victoria secret adds with girls who barely make 5 foot and have bright blue hair. I would like to see more models on these billboards and commercials that don’t just turn heads because she’s beautiful, but because she’s unique too.
Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.
I can’t say I practice sports other than maybe archery. I do love Yoga though, it’s not just healthy for the body, but the mind too. Being healthy isn’t just about your body, it’s about your state of mind too.
I typically eat a lot of vegetables and protein. I love meat, and seasoned and steamed vegetables make any dish. I stay far away from greasy foods, I never eat fast food and I drink about one or two sodas every month.
I exercise on a semi regular basis, I’m not fit, but I do have an exercise regimen set up for 2 or 3 times a week to stay in good shape and I meditate to make sure my mind does the same.
Please share something people don’t know about you.
I suffer from mild to moderate Anxiety and Panic Attacks. I am also a Demisexual.
Would you change anything about yourself?
I can’t say I would change anything about me. I’m happy with who I am, and I’m healthy as I am.
I would definitely change my teeth, get them fixed and maybe I would change my age, just for the sake of being wiser sometimes that and give or take a few tattoos I want but can’t afford. Other than that, I’m happy with myself, but if shape-shifting ever becomes a thing, It would be so cool to be a werewolf.
Are you currently in a relationship? How would you describe your partner?
I am in a relationship. I can definitely describe him as odd. He’s not at all your typical male sometimes, and he defiantly wasn’t the knight in shining armor I was told I was supposed to find. He’s a lot rougher, but at the same time a lot more gentle as well. He’s outgoing, loving, inspiring, and he deeply suffers from Peter Pan Syndrome like I do sometimes, and it’s so cute.