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Jun 13 2016

Interview with Cassidy Lee — Glamour Model with an Edge

Cassidy Lee is a 21-year old model residing in Detroit, Michigan.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

My name is Cassidy Lee, a 21 years young from Detroit, Michigan. I have dark hair and green eyes, and besides modeling, I manage a beauty salon and also own my own interior decorating business. Independence and not caring too much about what others think of me is what I am all about.

When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

I started modeling at ten years old, and being so young with working parents, I did not have anyone to travel to photo-shoots with me, so as soon as I was able to do things on my own, that’s just what I did. The minute I turned eighteen I started getting back into the industry, and do a photo-shoot a week typically. I love this industry.

Cassidy Lee modeling shiny dress next to a doorWhat are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

In five to ten years, I see myself signed with an agency, as well as a centerfold in Maxim, Playboy, or Sports Illustrated. I want to get my face out there as much as possible, make a difference, and push some limits, mostly modeling glamour, sexy, and edgy, that is what I put all my energy into.

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

Photo-shoots typically are scheduled at least once a week for me. They usually consist of getting my hair and make-up done, and then shooting for a few hours, depending on the job. Although I have done acting before, most of my work consists of glamour, edge, and playboy-like work.

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

Every shoot is the best to me, whether it’s working with someone new, or a team I work with regularly, I always learn something new or get to do something fun and creative. Since every photographer shoots differently, I always learn a new tip from them, and it’s the same thing with make-up artists. I love having these connections and people I can always go to with questions or ideas to bring to life.

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

Some of the craziest experiences in my life have been on photo-shoots. In California, I did a photo-shoot with a python that weighed more than I did. There was one time I did a lingerie shoot in the snow, next to a snow hill where there were tons of people sledding. There’s never a down moment being a model, that is for sure! I love it.

Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

If I could change one thing about the modeling industry, it would be height requirements. Being only 5’6, it limits me and so many agencies to work together. I do not want to do runway work, but print work is where I am supposed to be, and I wish it was easier to get signed being my height.

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

I will admit, I am lucky with a good metabolism. Before photo-shoots, I typically try to eat as healthy as possible though, and splurge on pizza and burgers as soon as I am done haha!. I also try to do some at home workouts and walk regularly too.

Please share something people don’t know about you.

I was meant to be in the 80’s era. Total 80’s girl all the way.

Would you change anything about yourself?

No, I would not change anything about myself. That’s a problem with images and influences with girls especially nowadays. You are YOU, no one else can be you. So EMBRACE your flaws! Love yourself.

What is your favorite thing to do alone?

My favorite thing to do alone, well there are a lot of things. I am a very independent person, so I do need my alone time. I read and write a lot, I love reading things that are true or could happen. I love writing about things that are going on in my life, songs, poems, anything on my mind.

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Feb 29 2016

Interview with Julia Fae — Emotive model, full-time actress

Julia Fae is a 25-year old model residing in Los Angeles, California.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

I was born in Hawaii the youngest with a few older brothers. I have a quite complicated birth story, you’ll have to pick it up through my poetry and prose on various blogs littered across the inter webs, or wait for a book, there will certainly be one eventually! I now travel around the west coast, mostly acting and gathering life experiences, going with the flow and what have you. Recently I was also back in Hawaii for a time, acting, tutoring, and producing film bits.

When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

Regarding photographic modeling… I started modeling for small things at a very young age. My father would never let me consider it in any serious capacity, as he worked in marketing and did not like the way models were seen or treated within the commercial industry. He was, however, an artist, so when I turned 18 and was “discovered,” he supported my delving into artistic portraiture and the like. I was studying Art History at the time and so I wove a lot of symbolism and references to contemporary art and classical art into my posing and expression. The outlet and doorways modeling provided for me at the time was, indubitably, a blessing.

Julia Fae topless wearing a blue hatWhat are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

My personal goals always involve constant growth and acceptance, living genuinely, with a balance of nature and grace. Professionally I wholly intend to continue acting for the rest of my life. To land roles that push me to my best me and teach me the stillness of my deepest waters; modeling is and always will be the start of this wave I’m riding, but the kinetic energy has definitely shifted to moving pictures.

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

These days I only do several shoots a year. I have been regularly booking films for a time now so, acting keeps me quite occupied. I still adore creature character work with modeling, and that means very extreme costuming and makeup. Think gremlins and aliens, bugs and ghouls; fashion can be grueling work but totally kick-ass with the right team. Raw portraiture will always be a foundation, as will anything art-based. Meaning, having a particular direction, goal, focus, story-to-tell.

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

The best experiences come from when you find someone who can be wholly honest with in front of camera. Who respects you so much that when you break your heart open for them, you will be sure to get every piece back once you put yourself back together. The worst come from those you take a piece for themselves. The selfish fuckers who want too much to be a part of what you are without them.

Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

Oh goodness, what wouldn’t I. Any industry is by definition, “the aggregate of manufacturing.” For modeling to be a more true representation of what it to experience this life, collectively and individually, which I think is at its core its purpose, it would need to not be so systematic, so manufactured, made up my consistency, rules, roles, regularities. Once the industry is so organic and fluid that it is a child of the unexpected, then we are getting somewhere.

Julia Fae topless side viewDo you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.

I am constantly moving, and during a single conversation with me I will have probably burned 80 calories. Always dancing, stretching, jumping, climbing, playing; I do try to put extra time away for runs and hikes, stretching, jumping jacks, planks, crunches. It is so, so important to me to stay healthy and fit and limber and to feel my best; I am obsessive with how healthy I eat, mostly vegetables, as local and organic as I can get, lots and lots of water. An amazing quote by Jennifer Davey perfectly sums up why, “The body is the obvious and central element to why we are here. Yet the western mind has been separated from the body. This separation allows for violence towards others and toward the land. It allows for violence against ourselves. It disassociates our inner knowledge and sophisticated inner response system of authorities outside of ourselves. But our body is the center of our mandala of being. It is the vehicle that allows us to experience life and attend to our emotional, physical, and spiritual development. Being in tune with the body is at the heart of becoming whole.”

Please share something people don’t know about you.

I have been wearing two toe rings that I cannot take off for several years now. I love them. But, they do make many a shoe quite uncomfortable.

Would you change anything about yourself?

Of course, and they vary, but best not to speak of them. Words are things, and today all I want my words to be is that I love myself and I am beautiful.

Are you currently in a relationship? How would you describe your partner?

I am. I would describe him as a goddess in his own right, as a very talented human, as strong, as sensitive, as adventurous and spontaneous, full of wonder and hope. Dreams drip from his tongue; he is too good to be true and challenges me every day to believe in everything I ever wanted.

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Feb 20 2016

Interview with Cyn Vicious — Tattoo model and Full time mom of four

Cyn Vicious is a 25-year old model residing in Methuen, Massachusetts.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

I am from Methuen, MA., and currently raising a family of four with my Tattoo Artist Husband Jake Parrington. I have two daughters Jazmyn and Morghyn, and two sons Jakekub and Maddox. I’m happy taking the kids out to dinner, the movies or to the Demolition derby; if I do have time to myself I love to take yoga and pole classes, and also just went skydiving recently and can’t wait to go again. I’m an Esthetician, Makeup Artist, Dancer, and of course model occasionally.

When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

My mom was actually the one that got me into modeling: when I was younger I took different training courses and was with an agency, but I hated it, as I thought the poses were boring, and the people were too. In High School, a friend told me he wanted me to be one of his models and I was aprehensive, since I hated photos being taken of me up until then, but I loved it! It was fun feeling creative and getting the almost immediate reward of seeing the photos afterwards.

Cyn Vicious topless with tattoosWhat are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?

My short list of photograpers and designers I hope to collaborate with as soon as possible! Photographers including Radiant Inc, Laura Dark, Keith Selle, Sonja Lux, Rev Vegas, Winterwolf, Lew Mew, Tiffany Ann; Designers including Dawn Matrix, Ashley Rose, Couture Rubenesque Latex, I’m forgetting so many right now, but I’m trying to keep this short, and these are who I’m currently drooling over. My goal for 2016 is very general but also very well planned: I have a list I have been compiling full of hundreds of magazines and their submission requirements. I hope to submit my butt off to as many as possible this year.

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

I do have a very limited time allotted for modeling, but I try to sneak in as much time as possible because it makes me happy. I do mostly photo shoots but I’m open to all styles, because when working with a photographer, you are a collaborative team. I have a list of different concepts and things I hope to create and when I offer one of those to a photographer, they take them and add on their creative perspective. I usually do my own makeup and styling and have been designing the things I wear for the shoots that are very important to me. I’m not sure how to classify all the things I have made into one category, as the styles I love to look at would be more gothic in nature, particularly gothic lolita and I also love anything that seems steampunk influenced, and wherever the victorian era is incorporated, I am fascinated. My personal style is very different, I’m very minimalistic and my look is more bohemian. Here are a few of my portfolios: ModelMayhem.

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

Worst experience would have to be SNC Photography. He’s a creep that promised me 100 an hour for three hours, made me pick him up after driving two hours out to him, put me in extreme danger, and then had me drop him off. He gave me only two photos he took on a cell phone and never anything from the actual shoot. Best experience hands down was at the very beginning of my modeling career. My very good friend Ron Bork flew me out to Florida and we shot 3 sets a day for a week. It is something I will remember for the rest of my life.

Cyn Vicious face closeupHave you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?

I’m just saying some body painters get really weird.

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

I don’t have a gym membership, but with four kids I wouldn’t have time for one, so I incorporate “workouts” into my everyday routine. I eat right and provide healthy homecooked meals to my kids because I want their bodies as happy as possible, but I also know the importance of knowing when to treat yourself. Pizza and ice cream are always going to be a part of my diet.

Please share something people don’t know about you.

My nipples are a little surprising because they are tattooed entirely over to look like natural hearts.

Would you change anything about yourself?

I suppose everyone has flaws they find within their body, but I find it really important to love yourself just the way you are. I’m not a barbie doll, and I’m not looking to trade in my parts for plastic just yet.

Are you currently in a relationship? How would you describe your partner?

My husband, and father to my children is Jake Parrington. He is the incredible Award Winning Tattoo Artist, out of the Massachusetts area, responsible for the work I’m very proud to have adorning my body. We travel all around the country together attending tattoo conventions. Check out his work on Instagram @Tattoosbyjake

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Feb 18 2016

Interview with Anashi — Cosplay enthusiast and model

Anashi is a 24-year old model residing in Salem, Massachusetts.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

I was born in the states, New Jersey to be specific but I didn’t really live there. My family traveled all around and maybe that’s why I have such wanderlust and a restless spirit. I’m Czech but unfortunately I don’t know much about my family’s background. I’m also a super big nerd who loves comics, anime, video games, manga, cosplay, you name it, and I also draw and would love to work in the comic or movie industry.

Anashi modeling red hairWhen, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

My mom had me in beauty pageants and things when I was really little but I started a few years ago just as a hobby cause a lot of people were telling me I have a good look for it. I just basically posted a profile on Model Mayhem and immediately starting booking shoots and shows.

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

If modeling could get me into the movie industry that’d be amazing but other than that I’m really hoping to get my foot in the door with my art. Maybe do character designs for Disney and Pixar or work on comics or video games. Being a paid professional cosplayer who regularly attends conventions would be pretty amazing also!

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

My modeling varies from infrequently to booking shoots and events several times a week. I mainly do photo-shoots but I get called for local fashion shows and video shoots. I’ve done some fashion, art, glamour, editorial, and a lot of the shoots I’ve been to are the kind of “supply your own stuff” so I supply the clothes and I usually do my own hair and makeup also.

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

I haven’t had a lot of really bad experiences to be honest. I did work with a really amazing photographer from New York who ended up never giving me pictures from our shoot. I was very heartbroken about it because we basically spent all day on this shoot and we were both so excited about the outcome of the shots.

Anashi behind the scenes PCIs there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

You know, some of the most insecure people I know are models and I don’t think it’s a coincidence. There’s this image that we have to look a certain way, be a certain weight and it’s not healthy and so many of the people that I’ve met and worked with are so beautiful and they still are pouring over their flaws and obsessing over how they could fix them. It’s always good to strive to be better and be the best that you can be but you should never do it to an unhealthy extent…

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 sport person, never have been but I’ve always been very active. I try to go to the gym 4 to 6 days a week and while I’m there I always do weight lifting and at least some cardio. I always change it up though. As for what I eat, I don’t eat much meat but I do indulge in sushi, mainly raw salmon and I do eat eggs. Other than that it’s a lot of veggies and rice, quinoa, basically I try to eat as healthy as I can but I do drink loads of coffee haha.

Would you change anything about yourself?

I think there’s things all of us don’t like about ourselves and honestly sure I could say I wish I had a smaller nose or a less round face but these things make me a unique looking person. As far as personality goes I’m a bit of a procrastinator and I do get moody from time to time… I’ve always wanted to be one of those girls that people say “she’s so sweet” but I’m stuck with my resting bitch face and my sarcastic humor.

How do you think you are most likely to die?

I’d really love to say that if I die I’d like to die doing something exciting but I think in all actuality, when I die it’ll be something really stupid and my last thought will be “wow, I can’t believe this is happening” or “well that didn’t work out as planned” haha.

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Feb 05 2016

Interview with Liya — Singer and Model

Liya is a 20-year old model residing in Boston, Massachusetts.

How would you introduce yourself to our readers?

Hi! My name is Liya, I’m 20 years old and I was born in Sofia – the capital of a small Easter European country called Bulgaria. I have only one sibling, a brother, and both of us grew up in a very loving and supportive environment. Almost two years ago I came to live and study in Boston, MA, where I live with my boyfriend and am a full-time student, majoring in music. Music is my biggest passion in life, I love singing and composing, but even so, I am generally an artistic person. Except expressing myself through music, I love expressing myself through photos and that is why modeling has been a big part of my life in the last six years.

Liya swimming in a poolWhen, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?

I got into modeling in 2009 when I was thirteen years old, and I did it because I was amazed at what people can create in photography and also wanted to be a part of that. It all started with improvised shoots with friends who also liked photography. After that I slowly began getting into the industry and making a lot of contacts, which led me to be involved in many projects.

When I came to the States I had to start from the bottom, since I didn’t know anybody in the industry here. But I am slowly meeting new people and having more shoots, which does, however, lead to some problems. For example for my latest project me and the photographer are looking for local Boston designers and fashion stylists but it’s hard to find any, since both of us are not from the area.

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

In five to ten years I see myself married and even having a family of my own. I don’t know if Boston is the place I want to spend my life in, but I definitely want to stay in the States. Professionally, my goals revolve mainly around music: I want to be performing on a big stage, but I would also want to do shoots in my spare time, when I’m not creating music.

How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?

Now that I am a student in Boston I am not allowed to work, and that is why I choose the photo sessions I do very carefully. When I spend my free time doing shoots, I want them to be interesting and I want them to involve the right people. I love having good chemistry with the people I am working with, since that way we are able to create beautiful images in a short period of time. I’ve created some of my favorite shoots in about two hours -hair and makeup included!- Speaking of makeup, I love it and I love experimenting with it, which is why for a lot of my shoots I do my own makeup.

Liya surrounded by hair all aroundPlease tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.

During the years I’ve had mainly good experiences. I’ve met a lot of amazing people and have worked with a lot of extremely creative and talented people, and some of my favorite photoshoots are ones in which I am among friends. Last summer I had an awesome shoot with friends, it lasted until 3 o’clock in the morning: We were eating, drinking and taking photos, it was a lot of fun. On the other hand, the worst experience I’ve had was during a shoot in which nothing seemed to go right and most of all I felt extremely exploited because I spent more time than I should have and was necessary and at the end I didn’t even get good photos. But I try to look at the bright side; after that experience I now know what to ask for and what to put up with.

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

One summer I was having a pool shoot with the talented Bulgarian designers from Prototype23 -which you need to check them out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fashioncreativecrew/?fref=ts-. During that shoot I somehow ended up in the deeper end of the pool and almost drowned, trying to protect my full face of makeup. The worst part was that the situation made me laugh, which only worsened the problem.

Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?

I think the biggest problem in the modeling industry is that it creates in many models a feeling that they are never good enough and need to starve themselves. I think that models should be fit and healthy: there is nothing more attractive than a healthy person in good shape. Some Victoria’s Secret models are a good example of that; they still follow a strict regimen of diet and exercise but it’s more like an athlete preparing for a competition rather than simply denying yourself food.

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

I’m a very active person and I’ve been that way ever since I was a child. To me exercise has always been important not just to look better, but to be healthier; I go to the gym a lot, love doing cardio, fat burning or regular yoga and I recently started boxing, and although I also like swimming, I don’t do that a lot anymore. I love eating clean and healthy food, and I’ve been a pescatarian for a year now and I love it. I also eat a lot of fruits and veggies, rice, seafood and pasta once a week, but if there’s one thing I can live on it’s definitely sushi.

Please share something people don’t know about you.

I really like the water from canned corn. Don’t judge, it’s delicious!

Would you change anything about yourself?

I love change. I love changing how I look and my body is something I’m working on every day, but I don’t do it because I don’t like the way I look, but because I love my body and I want to be healthy. I try to be a better person with each day and that’s a change I think all of us should strive for.

Do you have any tattoos? What are they?

I have one tattoo so far, on the wrist of my right arm. It is the writing “Freedom” in Bulgarian and has the Treble clef woven into the letters. Shortly, it is there to remind me to always be free when I create and perform music; I had the drawing in my purse for a couple of years before I got it. I always knew that I wanted it and I got it done when I was eighteen, a couple of days before I came to the States to follow my dreams of becoming a musician.

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