Hi my name is Nicole Hunt I started modeling when I was 16 back in Tennessee then came to New York 4 years ago to model, I was with Boss Models back when they were a powerhouse yes that was a long time ago. I had an amazing experience modeling met a lot of good friends and have incredible memories that now that I am just doing modeling on the side and focus on becoming a booker for an agency in Tennessee keep me motivated to be better every day and give other models the same opportunities I had.
I went back to New York a few days ago to celebrate my birthday with my boyfriend and for the first time I actually took the time to appreciate the city, like a tourist I looked UP to see the buildings, to absorb the energy of the city to truly appreciate the little things New York has to offer, this made me start thinking of how many cities around the world I visited when I was modeling, between the parties, the photo shoots, the castings and overall concerned with making it in the industry I forgot to enjoy the simple pleasures in life like "looking up".
I strongly suggest to all you models out there visiting the most beautiful places in the world, take a time to breathe look around, take pictures, hang out with local people you will be amazed on how much personal growth and enlightening you will have.
Enjoy your job, enjoy your life, enjoy your beauty, being a model is fabulous if you focus and work hard!
Showing posts with label New York City. Show all posts
Showing posts with label New York City. Show all posts
Monday, July 20, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
How being a model affects my life
My name is Helena Berezina and I am originally from Nizhniy Novgorod, Russia.
My career began when I was discovered by an agent in Moscow, who helped me to realize modeling was my calling. My family is very supportive of my modeling career, as they only want to see me happy.
As far as my love life is concerned, unfortunately I don’t have much time for dating. My favorite part of modeling is my ability to play different roles and put on different faces for each shoot. This being said, one of my greatest aspirations in life is to one day become an actress. More importantly, though an unrealistic dream, I wish for world peace! I love to travel, and as a model I am privileged to journey all over the world and meet an eclectic mix of people.
New York City is without a doubt my favorite capital of the world, and when I’m there I can’t help but become entranced by its amazing energy. As far as modeling disadvantages go, the worst part of my career is the little amount of time I can spend with my family. If I ever have a daughter I would NOT let her model, as I would never want her to experience the stress and loneliness I have endured in my career, as well as the hardships associated with my distance from my family. I have learned a lot from my career thus far, and would love it if my experience could help other up and coming models. The best advice I could give to them is to be yourself, embrace all types of challenges, and to be kind to others around you. Finally, my words of wisdom are to believe in yourself and go after your dreams…“Don’t wait for changes, make them!”
-Helena
Monday, June 1, 2009
Models and Nightlife: blessing or curse?
Being a model and being in the nightlife culture is not mandatory, but it sure is a great perk of being a model. Who doesn't like to be treated like royalty when he/she goes out for the night?, especially when you are having a rough day running from casting to casting, shooting for approximately 10 hours, or dealing with those buyers (Showroom models, you know exactly what I'm talking about.) So I know I enjoy it: Cutting the lines, meeting with familiar faces from night to night at my favorite spots, and everything is FREE! Oh yes, FREE! What sounds better then having an infinite amount of drinks? They just keep coming and coming. From vodka redbull, to vodka cranberry. From all sorts of wine, to basically....oh wait, I'm back to drinking vodka again. Did I mention sometimes and most of the time there is food that comes along with this ideal package? Usually promoters will promote their services with bribing us models with FOOD! And I'm saying, a girl has to eat.
Wait, wait, wait. It's just that easy, go out with promoters, be fed, and then dance and sweat those calories off all night with a drink constantly in your hand. Be wary, if I might add; sometimes promoters are looking to see more then just a beautiful face every night. Ladies, I know you know what I'm talking about. It's most common to be expected of (might I say, extra services) from time to time, and maybe some of you already have heard rumors about New York City's best and been-there-done-that promoters. If you haven't, there's plenty to circle the late night streets. Personally, I like to stay away of such circumstances and dance my ass off to the break of dawn. That's all. (Oh, and...drink vodka!)
It's really easy to be sucked into the "nightlife" From personal experience, (Not so much in New York City but in other countries like Asia and Europe) I've had my taste of just what "nightlife" is all about. With that being said, I've seen so many models with the wrong priorities. Going out every night and getting wasted does do much on your body, physically and mentally. And I might admit that it is easier sometimes to shoot while I'm hungover....I don't know about you, but it's quite-not-so-nice getting over a hangover at a shoot. Oh, and how about being sick, going out every night, and then going to early castings and shoots the next day? It does a toll on your body. And as you might enjoy it in the moment, it's harsh in the long run. Models also have a stereotype (Oh, seriously?) YES, for instance, look what the legendary Kate Moss was found doing...."Wasn't she doing coke w/ her rockstar boyfriend?"...Oh yes she was. I've also come to the conclusion that if you're in the fashion industry, what comes married to fashion is SEX DRUGS AND ROCK AND ROLL! Literately, I'm not poking fun or being sarcastic.
The top model is fierce, strong, and smart is all corners of the business. It's not wrong to have your fun, but there is a line that is waiting to be crossed by someone who doesn't have self control, and usually (w/ the exception of Miss Moss) it doesn't have a good turnout. Be smart, be safe! Use the head that was given to make money for you, and pout when in doubt!
-Danielle Zaragoza
Wait, wait, wait. It's just that easy, go out with promoters, be fed, and then dance and sweat those calories off all night with a drink constantly in your hand. Be wary, if I might add; sometimes promoters are looking to see more then just a beautiful face every night. Ladies, I know you know what I'm talking about. It's most common to be expected of (might I say, extra services) from time to time, and maybe some of you already have heard rumors about New York City's best and been-there-done-that promoters. If you haven't, there's plenty to circle the late night streets. Personally, I like to stay away of such circumstances and dance my ass off to the break of dawn. That's all. (Oh, and...drink vodka!)
It's really easy to be sucked into the "nightlife" From personal experience, (Not so much in New York City but in other countries like Asia and Europe) I've had my taste of just what "nightlife" is all about. With that being said, I've seen so many models with the wrong priorities. Going out every night and getting wasted does do much on your body, physically and mentally. And I might admit that it is easier sometimes to shoot while I'm hungover....I don't know about you, but it's quite-not-so-nice getting over a hangover at a shoot. Oh, and how about being sick, going out every night, and then going to early castings and shoots the next day? It does a toll on your body. And as you might enjoy it in the moment, it's harsh in the long run. Models also have a stereotype (Oh, seriously?) YES, for instance, look what the legendary Kate Moss was found doing...."Wasn't she doing coke w/ her rockstar boyfriend?"...Oh yes she was. I've also come to the conclusion that if you're in the fashion industry, what comes married to fashion is SEX DRUGS AND ROCK AND ROLL! Literately, I'm not poking fun or being sarcastic.
The top model is fierce, strong, and smart is all corners of the business. It's not wrong to have your fun, but there is a line that is waiting to be crossed by someone who doesn't have self control, and usually (w/ the exception of Miss Moss) it doesn't have a good turnout. Be smart, be safe! Use the head that was given to make money for you, and pout when in doubt!
-Danielle Zaragoza
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