Model – Heather

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Photography workshop with Richard Flores, Kelly Formus and Christopher Sztybel.

MUA: Andrea

Model: Heather
Place of Birth: Brooklyn, NY
Residence: New Brunswick, NJ
Occupation: Rutgers student/ Waitress
Ethnicity: Italian/Irish/Polish
Hair Color: Dark Blonde
Eye Color: Green
Height: 5’4

Q&A
-You seemed to enjoy being a model, what got you started? Do you see yourself doing this for the long term?
I got my start modeling when I was actually in need of some photos for acting resumes. A friend told me about the website, Model Mayhem and how I could do trade for print. I got myself set up on there and started doing a bunch of different shoots and before I knew it had a ton of new photos. I see myself always modeling since acting is a big passion of mine and the 2 have a tendency to go hand in hand.

-So did modeling come naturally to you?
I guess to some extent. Repetition is definitely key. The more shoots I do the more comfortable in front of the camera and therefore the photos come out better.

-What is the best part about being a model besides cameras snapping at you nonstop?
Working with the photographers is definitely a cool part of modeling. I’ve been very lucky and all the photographers I’ve worked with have been super friendly, fun to work with and incredibly talented. I’ve also always been interested in photography and like it when the photographer explains the different tools they’re using.

-Do you see yourself making a career of modeling?
Honestly, I’m not sure I’d go as far to say a career, but it will definitely be something I do as frequently as I can.

-Outside of modeling, do you have any other career aspirations?
Acting is something I’ve been passionate about for as long as I can remember and is ultimately what I hope to be doing in the long run.

-What is the most awkward moment you’ve encountered in modeling?
Today actually! I was at a casting for a shoe show. I was lined up with 4 other girls and one of the women in charge of casting pointed at the 2 girls to my left and said, “Not you, your feet won’t work.” I thought it was pretty rude. It definitely created an awkward feeling in the room.

-Best moment?
I would say my best moment was when I booked my first shoe show for FFANY during fashion week. They told me I got it right on the spot. My boyfriend was waiting for me in the hall and when I came out I ran up to him saying, “I got it!” He was really happy for me and we were jumping around, we looked pretty crazy =)

-On a typical weekend, where can we find you or what are you doing when you’re not modeling?
On the weekends I’m usually waitressing, which isn’t too bad because the staff is great. Other than that you can usually find me at a local bands show or just hanging out with some friends.

-What do you have a weakness for?
All different type of rock and folk rock music. I’m a HUGE Black Crowes and Led Zeppelin fan!

-What message do you have to aspiring models trying to start out in the industry?
Life’s too short to be timid. Be confident! Don’t be afraid to make a fool of yourself because if you do it’s no big deal.
Go into everything like you got it, and if you don’t just try again!

Fun Q’s
-What do you wear to sleep? The boyfriends clothes =)
– Tell us an interesting fact about yourself…
I started playing the guitar a few years ago and have been getting back into it lately and doing some song writing. My whole family is full of musicians, so I’ll definitely have all the materials I need if I want to get out and play a little.
– What is the wildest thing you’ve ever done?
Hmm, it’s hard to choose. A bunch of my friends and I used to sneak into this day camp late at night to go swimming and basically throw a huge party. Things would get pretty wild. It’s amazing we never got caught!

More Info
-Hobbies/Interests: Acting, Music, Psychology, Traveling
-Turn-ons: Musicians, artists, a good sense of humor, a bit of a geeky side,
I really just love genuine people.
-Turn-offs: Meat heads, Guidos, Big muscles, selfishness
– Shout-outs:
To my brother Anthony. He’s a great brother and very talented songwriter. He just put out an incredible new album. Anthony-walker.com

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