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Interview with Plastic Martyr – A trans-gender model

Plastic Martyr is a 24-year old model residing in Los Angeles, California. She’s not your typical model though.  What makes her special is the fact that she’s not biologically female. We had a chance to interview her:

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

I’d probably do a little curtsey and say “Hi, I’m Plastic Martyr”

Do you have a nickname or artist pseudonym? Who came up with it and how?

I do. “Plastic Martyr” is my stage name. I came up with it when I was 14 and had a big following on MySpace. I didn’t want to use my real name for safety reasons so I made up a fun little stage name and it stuck

Plastic Martyr in an old fashioned sporty outfitWhen, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

I was about 14 years old, I was doing make up for a photographer in San Diego (My home town) and after the shoot he asked to photograph me because he liked my style. Then I posted the photos on myspace and next thing I know I was being contacted by all these different photographers to shoot.

What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

Well for me I have many goals which involve evolving the industry a little. The fashion and entertainment industry is still very close minded. I have been modeling since I was 14 and I’ve been self represented the whole time because no agency in LA wanted to sign a “transgender model”. So my goals I guess would be to continue to inspire others, open the minds of many and personally get signed and get more work. Im really only happy when I’m on set shooting or filming.

Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.

My best experience, has been getting to work with amazing talented photographers and designers. I was lucky enough to be asked to model for Gerard Malanga who was Andy Warhol’s photographer at the Factory so he is a legend and totally inspirational.

The worst experience, hmm I don’t really have 1 specific bad experience. I guess it’d be having to deal with the Hollywood scum-bags who try and take advantage of people.

Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?

Oh yes, many. I’ve had things fall out of places they shouldn’t on runways and photoshoots. I’ve had more wardrobe malfunctions then Janet Jackson and I’ve had some pretty terrible make up jobs where I ended up looking like a clown and you cant help but crack up and try and work it!

Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?Plastic Martyr in a very flashy feather outfit

Yes, to be more accepting and open. Embrace individuality.

Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.

I’m not much of a sports person. In fact my idea of a work out is walking in heels from my house to the corner market. I do however live a VERY healthy life style. I don’t drink alcohol or smoke or do any drugs. I eat only organic and healthy foods. Im gluten free and I only drink alkaline water. My body is as pure as it gets.

Please share something people don’t know about you.

I have a very bad “germphobia” and I know most people think they… but I take it to a new level.

Would you change anything about yourself (physical or otherwise) if you could?

Nope, I love who I am. And the few times I find something I don’t like about myself I fix it. I had a nose job to correct a broken nose that I hated. I get botox in my forehead to soften lines in my forehead. I don’t think there is anything wrong with self improvement and being who you want to be. At the moment I am very happy with who and what I am physically, but I guarantee you I will find something that bothers me, but I will do my best to change it.

For more, visit Plastic Martyr’s website!