Why did you want to become a model?
When I was in third grade we filled out a questionnaire about ourselves. I wrote that I wanted to be a model and an actress. Along the way I had lost that dream and then someone told me to try it. I had also found that piece of paper soon after and it was a great coincidence.
How has your life changed after you involved?
I learned a lot about beauty and the importance of confidence. It has also helped pay for my bachelor's degree so that I have something to fall back on. It's taught me a lot of things about different people and places.
What is your favorite part about being a model?
Your daily life constantly changes. When my friends were finding their career paths they were specifically in one field and always playing that role. As a model you get to be a dentist, a doctor, a receptionist and many other careers. On every shoot I play a different role, I'm usually taught by someone in the field how to become that character. Modeling has taught me countless things about other careers I would've never known.
What are your likes and dislikes about modeling?
I meet a lot of fake people who just want to talk about how great they are. I can live without that, but there are times I meet genuine models that are incredibly interesting and talented. I really like to travel and experience new things. I know that if something isn't going well at a shoot, it's okay; the next shoot will be completely different!
Who are your influences?
I watched pageants growing up and I desired to be like them. I didn't quite understand that they were real people. I thought that were born beautiful, had lots of friends and great families. I looked at models the same way until I pursued the career and realized that few of these girls live this fantasy life.
What would bring a smile to your face?
Like most models: fulfilling my dreams the way I envisioned it and being able to look back with the hopes that I accomplished everything I wanted in my lifetime.
What would be your "dream job" in life?
An actress in a long running sitcom has always been a huge dream that I continue to work towards.
What are some Do's and Don'ts in the business that you have learned?
Don't get consumed in the business. Do set your focus early on. You're going to meet a lot of shocking people in this industry, be yourself and don't let them corrupt you.
What sort of tips or advice would you give somebody who is looking to modeling?
As with any profession you need to learn, study, practice and research. People are convinced any pretty face can model, but if you don't know what to do with your body it'll definitely show.
Is there anything else, to say, we did not ask?
Thank you.
