Shardell Monique
1. How long have you lived in the Washington area? Do you think Washington is a great place to start your career if so then tell us why?
I moved to Washington about 3.5 years ago and I have to say that the industry on the West Coast is way more inclusive. I love it here. I hope to never leave Washington permanently, though Seattle has been changing a lot and I really love traveling.
2. What would you say physically you get the most complements on?
I get a lot of compliments on my eyes and smile!
3. What inspired you to get into modeling?
For about 10 years I competed in Beauty Pageants. I have 7 titles! That was definitely an open door into the world of modeling. I often wish I had started a lot earlier but I’m really proud of how far I’ve come in a short time.
4. If you could star in the movie of your choice what kind of genre would it be and why?
It’d definitely be an action film! I’d want to play a total badass!
5. What are a couple of goals you hope to accomplish regarding your modeling career?
A lot of my goals I’ve already hit! This started out as a hobby and it’s turning into a career, which has me super pumped! I love modeling. I’m hoping to travel more in relation to booking shoots around the US and hopefully outside it too!
6. What has been the most creative photo shoot you have experienced so far?
Probably one where I was covered in pink glitter from the neck down for Shady Bitch Eyewear or painted red over my whole body for a children’s book!
7. What would you say is your dream location for a photo-shoot, if you could shoot anywhere in the world?
Please take me to Greece or Bali! Anywhere exotic and tropical. It’d be amazing!
8. What is a common misconception about modeling?
People really think I’m making tons of money, which is hysterical. I’m freelance. I don’t have an agent as I don’t meet many agency requirements. I do all my own booking, I buy most of my own wardrobe and I work mostly with photographers that need content for their websites. I spend more than I make currently but that’s slowly changing!
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