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New and upcoming model ADREE DESANTI..How she started modeling and her thoughts about the biz so far. |
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Interview On 08-Jul-2006 10:03:00 PM |
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| Interview For: Adree Desanti |
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I have known Adree for a while now.(we both have posted on a site called www.sicktracks.com and from going out in NJ).
I always thought to myself that she would make a great model.
At the time I was way to busy doing my own shoots and other projects to help anyone else break into modeling.
I started Helping other girls who I KNEW could go all the way,When I was pregnant and had free time.
I continued to book shoots for my sister and other new models.Trying to get them published.
I wrote to Adree on MYSPACE(of course! Who doesnt have a myspace account?!?..lol)And told her that I would love to work with her and if she wanted to persue modeling and take the next steps that I could help her out.
The rest is History I guess :-)
I have been working together for a while now and There is no
stopping Miss Adree.
I decided to interview her for my site because I have so many models ask me modeling questions.
I think its best Adree answer them from what she has learned from her recent shoots and interaction with people in the modeling Biz.
And Like I always say:
THINGS DONT JUST HAPPEN, YOU HAVE TO MAKE THEM HAPPEN!
And Thats exactly what Adree does.
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When was the first time you though you might be interested in modeling? |
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Adree Desanti:
I was a child model when I was younger but upon my father’s disapproval my mother pulled me before I got heavily involved in the industry. In high school I was approached to enter a modeling casting call for “Prom Guide Magazine” and won. I did a few things while in high school and college but didn’t take anything too seriously. Its only the last year that I’ve really started to pursue it more maturely and seriously. |
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When you found out you might want to do a shoot, what were the thoughts going through your head about actually shooting. |
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Adree Desanti:
My biggest concern was trusting the legitimacy of agencies and photographers. There are a lot of scams and people trying to exploit young upcoming models out there and I didn’t want to be another statistic. I made sure that when I was ready to begin my career/book I wanted to work with photographers I was comfortable with and who would respect my limits. There are people who push the envelope and will do whatever it takes to land certain gigs or shoots, but that was never the case with me. I wouldn’t shoot until I felt that I would be comfortable and proud of the results. |
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What have you learned in the past few months about modeling that could help new aspiring models. |
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Adree Desanti:
I have learned that if you want something bad enough you have to go out and there and make it happen for yourself. If you have a dream, or ambition to be a reputable model, you can do it. You don’t have to show everything or be someone else, you can be true to yourself and still be successful. It’s a competitive business but if you’ve got a special look and a winning personality you will go far. And it’s also helpful to have someone guiding your career |
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What are some things you might warn other models about who are just coming into the modeling Biz. |
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Adree Desanti:
Id be aware of taking jobs just to take them, and not thinking that in the long run it will affect your overall reputation. A lot of girls take every opportunity that is given to them, even things that aren’t what they’d like to be known for. I always think how each booking, shoot, etc will affect me in the long run. Pick and choose wisely. There is no rush. Remember that life isn’t about making your dreams come true overnight, it’s about creating them everyday to have a great final product to look back on. |
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What are you doing differently now as a model now that you have a few shoots under your belt? |
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Adree Desanti:
I am more selective with who I shoot with. Now that I am offered to shoot with more photographers on a daily basis and have gotten a few things under my belt we (Maria and I) now choose the best of the best to work with. You want to move up in your career not down. And building my book with various looks is important. You don’t want to get pigeon holed into just one genre of modeling. And I also give more input while shooting like things I’d like to try and see if they work. I’m more vocal on shoots now than I was before. Once you begin seeing your work in print you start to see what looks best and what doesn’t work so well. Then you work on that the next shoot. Its all a work in progress. |
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What are some great pieces of advice you have received? |
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Adree Desanti:
Maria has been so instrumental with me with advice while building me up. Even the simplest things like working on facial expressions, posture and wardrobe selection. She knows how to guide my career and takes my opinions into great consideration. When booking jobs, shoots, etc we always sit and discuss pros and cons and if its something I’m not 100% interested in doing she supports my decision. We don’t take every job posed to me and that’s key! She’s also very good at helping me choose who which photographers to work with and not to work with. And a good piece of advice: Always ask for references from model’s that a photographer has previously worked with to get an idea of their etiquette, images, etc. They should never be hesitant to give you links or names/email to contact if they are truly who they say they are and proud of their work. |
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Have you learned the difference of what makes an ordinary model to what makes a professional swimsuit or magazine model? |
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Adree Desanti:
There are many things that I believe distinguishes an ordinary model and what makes a professional model. One thing is how she carries herself. She networks herself in the best arenas and in the best light. She doesn’t take everything offered to her and continually keeps moving up the ladder of modeling success. Any model can take good photographs, but a professional model has something about her that sets her apart from the rest. Maybe it’s the look in her eyes, her posture, her presence, but something comes through from her photos that makes her intriguing, yet relatable. She is responsible and always on time and is good to work with on set. She is not just another pretty face. |
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Do you have a specific goal in mind for modeling? |
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Adree Desanti:
Id like to land more magazine spreads, get a few more high profile things under my belt and definitely land a cover shoot |
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As with the photographers interview I have asked them to make a list of people who they would like to either thank or give credit to. |
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Adree Desanti:
Id like to thank my mom, who is my strength in everything I do. She gave me the values I have today and the ability to speak my mind as a independent woman. Rich Cutrone who is one of my favorite photographers to work with. He brings out the best in me and makes me so comfortable in front of the camera. And Maria DeMartino who so wonderfully took me under her wing and has helped me more than words can say in helping develop me as a prominent model today. In a crazy and confusing business its great to have someone guide you along the way. And all my friends, family and fans xoxo! |
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Please tell us who else you would like to mention or any upcoming projects. |
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Adree Desanti:
STUFF Magazine, Maxim, Maxim Sirius Satellite Radio, AlwaysStacked.com, ClubHunt.com, SmokingHotWaitress.com, Savvy.com, and WestEndTrends
Links
www.registernewyork.com
www.clubhunt.com
www.smokinghotbartender.com
www.adreedesanti.com
www.westendtrends.com
www.savvy.com
www.adreedesanti.com |
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