Philly’s Catya Washington a.k.a Miss Cat

July 18, 2009 by Jugg  
Filed under Blog, Feature Model

Catya Washington A.K.A Miss Cat

XXL Magazine

Where are you from? ….Philadelphia,PA,,,

Where do you reside? …….In Both Atlanta,GA and Philly

When did you decide that this is what you enjoy doing?…….A few years ago I entered a Black Men Swim suit competition, and it was on and popp’n from there.

XXL MGAZINE: EYE CANDY

How was it working on the XXL Magazine shoot? ……It was amazing I’m a real girlie girl so I love the hair and make-up and wardrobe,,,besides we shot in Brooklyn on a gorgeous day.

Which do you enjoy more…Acting, hosting events, commercials, movies or videos?… I love being in front of the camera, If I could have it my way I’d be doing all the above all day everyday. Acting really gives me a chance to show off my talent.

What is a crazy experience that you had at a photo session? ….I’ve seen a couple girls rip each others tracks out on set…lol..but they made up afterwards

Pleasure P video set

What is your favorite tv show? ………Hands down Entourage….I love me some Ari Gold

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?….I’m a bit of a prankster I love to play practical jokes on the fam, it keeps me grounded.

Do you have any pets? Whats thr names? ….I have two dogs Roxy and Chi Chi,,,,Roxy’s a Maltese and ChiChi is a pomeranian, they’re my kids.

Do you have a boyfriend? What makes him so special? …….Nope I’m single and ready to mingle

Have you ever thought of going blonde or is black a new color for you? Nope I love black hair I’m not adventurous when it come to my hair although I did cut it all off before.

Is there an artist/actor that you would love to work with? ……..I would love to work alongside Denzel or Meryl Streep, you know some of the Oscar award winning actors. That would be amazing.

Smooth Magazine


Is there any project that you would love to be apart of?
(americas nextop model, music video, Quinton Terontino movie, etc.)……All of the above ,,,However I think Ron Howard is a great director I would love to work with him.

Website Links…myspace.com/mscatsworld,,,,also follow me on twitter.com/MsCat215

Any shout outs?… Shout outs to Philly,,,,I luv my City…oh yeah HI MOM…

For Booking: Bookmisscat [at] yahoo [dot] com

For Press/Events: Jami [at] CarinaeCasting [dot] com

 

 

Interview by: Jami Zeigler

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Death of the M.O.D.E.L: Adapt and Overcome by Dawn Montgomery

June 24, 2009 by tierra  
Filed under Blog, Cover Model, Tierra's Corner

By: Dawn Montgomery

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Let the story be told: My peers suggest that it is easier to do what everyone else around you may be doing to get ahead. My peers state that being a nice & humble woman will only get you a mountain of heartache in this industry. The modeling industry is not something that can be conquered overnight. Whether it is high fashion or urban modeling, you have to find your niche and really work hard to make a name for yourself. It really takes determination and perseverance to really endure the hardships that this industry brings.

The urban modeling industry is stereotyped as the home of countless TFPs, curvaceous women that are exploited, and the lowest paying unstable job in America. It is an industry that some women think it is easier to take the back door, when really you must do everything properly and in order. As a model you should set a standard and work hard to keep it. You have to keep a certain focus and use your personal industry positioning plan to direct your path. If you do not understand how this industry works then this is not the place for you.

Some model’s careers have died slowly due to these causes:

Materialistic desires

Overexposed body parts

Diva mentalities

Egotistical actions

Laziness towards their education of the industry

Deaths of the M.O.D.E.L are being executed now as we speak. Some are dying slowly. Some are dying quickly. There are a few that will be saved by their willingness to adapt and overcome the adversities that are faced in this industry. The many hurdles that I have personally jumped over come with an award-winning transforming piece of art that has cried, sweated, and yelled over countless opportunities missed. I am a simple woman that has grown to understand that her beauty is beyond what is seen on the outside, but what has been educated and nurtured on the inside.

What is inside of me is a heart that beats passion for what I have used to be visible and try to reach the masses of the uneducated. It is hard to master the art of modeling, but if you come into the industry with some knowledge of how things work then you have a higher chance of succeeding. Nothing is given to you. You have to have the necessary tools that are needed to succeed in this industry. Forget what everyone else is doing and focus on what you need to do individually and not fall victim to the dying breed. This may offend my industry connects, but there is a continuous need to stress the reality of this leeching industry.

Do not become another modeling statistic.

Focus on what you can bring new to the industry besides another young woman who thought they could model because of club photos, home portraits, and your lost desire to be wanted. Be a face and voice within your community. Use your career as a way to help bring light to a situation within your life or community. The Death of an M.O.D.E.L does not have to affect you directly, but the cause of death can help guide you to a better career path. If you are a model then prove it. We will see who will outlive the dying breed that walks among us now… Death of an M.O.D.E.L… Moment of SILENCE!

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FEATURE MODEL: DAWN MONTGOMERY

June 3, 2009 by Jami  
Filed under Feature Model, Interview, Videos

dawn

Name: Dawn Alicia Montgomery
Ethnicity: African-American/Irish
Age: 25
Height: 5’8
Measurements: 36B-25-40
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Base City: Atlanta, GA
Website Address: http://www.myspace.com/damog02

Print (Self Promotional)
J’Adore Magazine 2nd Anniversary Issue (June 2009) – Feature Model Citizen
Rolling Out Magazine, May 7th Edition, Mother’s Magic Feature
Black Men Magazine, Feature Model (August 2009)
2009 Seagram’s Gin Calendar, Ms. February
Jet Magazine – 2009 Beauty of the Week Calendar, Ms. April
J’Adore Magazine, The Desperate Housewives Issue, Editorial (September 2008)
Laurel Leader Call (July 2008)
Jet Magazine – Beauty of the Week (July 2008)
Black Star News – Feature Model (2008)
J’Adore Magazine, The Mobster Issue, ATOH Feature (July 2008)
Atlanta Journal Constitution, Hurricane Katrina 2nd Anniversary Feature (2007)
Atlanta Fever Magazine, Feature Model (2004)

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Print (Commercial Advertisement)
Syditty Clothing Spokesmodel (April 2009 – Present)
GGI Watches/Urban Picasso Watches – Brand Ambassador (May 2009 – Present)
Prive/JBS Hair Advertisement, Principle (2009)
PZI Jeans – Spring/Summer Campaign, Principle (2009)
Who’s Got Skills by Tyrenna Tolbert, Book Cover Principle (2009)
Aakofii Clothing, Principle (2008)
Andiamo Creations, Principle (2008)
GGI/Urban Picasso, Principle (2007)

Spokesmodel/Hosting/Voiceover
Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Atlanta “Big Event”, Host (2008)
Priceless Promotions, Event Host (2008)
Hot 101.3 – Online (2008)
Ebony Crawley (MUA), SpokesModel (2007)
Kevin Goolsby (Photographer) (2004 – 2008)

TV/Film/Video
Jack Daniels Official Arts, Beats & Lyrics 08’-09’ Tour Recap, Visual Vinyl (2009)
Tyler Perry’s I Can Do Bad By Myself – Extra
JBS/Urban Beauty Hair – National Commercial – Principle (2009)
Bangladesh “In My Adidas” – Lead/Principle (2009)
KC Jockey “Rub Your Body” – Feature (2008)
YacYan Da Buzinessman “Fast Lane” – Lead/Principle (2008)
Ludacris f/T-Pain “One More Drink” – Lead/Principle (2008)
Bow Wow f/Soulja Boy “Marco Polo” – Lead/Principle (2008)

For hiring booking of model/talent for your company needs, please contact HD, The Agency
via email at jayg [at] hatkaentertainment [dot] com or via phone at (678) 428-0675

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XXL Magazine Atlanta Model Search ” Web Candy “

April 14, 2009 by ldarien  
Filed under Events, Feature Model, Paid Casting Calls

XXL Magazine is coming back to Atlanta to search for the

hottest model for the new feature
“Web Candy”

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Bonsu Thompson ” Editor @ Large “of XXL Magazine is
beginning a nationwide tour to find the hottest new model talent.
Web Candy is open to all female talent regardless of video or print experience.
Models will be selected by Bonsu Thompson along with celebrity judges.
Winning models will participate in a professional swimwear photoshoot ( hair and makeup provided ) conducted by Bonsu Thompson and be featured as Web Candy for the month of May.
ATLANTA CASTING
Tongue & Groove
Monday April 20th 2009
11pm – 12:30am
This event is ages 21+ only
no height/ weight requirements
all ethnicities welcomed
Instructions:
To register for the model search, email us at info [at] carinaecasting [dot] com
with “XXL Atlanta” in the subject line. You will be sent a confirmation email.
A short interview will be held with Bonsu and 2 quick test shots will be taken.
This event will be covered on camera.
Please come dressed and styled accordingly.
The winner will be announced at the event and the shoot will be scheduled for the following day.

 

brought to you by: XXL Magazine, Carinae Casting, HD the Agency & Dreamz R Real Ent
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Tahiry / Keyshia Cole King Magazine Cover (Final Issue)

April 12, 2009 by Jugg  
Filed under Blog, Cover Model, Videos

 King Magazine Cover - Tahiry

Joe Budden’s wifey covers half of the final shipment of KING Magazine(R.I.P.). The other half will feature R&B sensation Keyshia Cole.

King Magazine Cover - Keyshia Cole

Here is some behind the scenes footage of the Tahiry photoshoot:

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Kiss Magazine Behind the Scenes Part ii

March 15, 2009 by Jami  
Filed under Carinae Corner, Feature Model, Photoshoots

         

The KISS Magazine photoshoot was GREAT! Thanks to all the models that submitted images for the casting, the selection process was very close. Models please stay posted because there will be more opportunities with

KISS Magazine in the future!!! Thank you to SS Automotive for supplying the cars for the Sunday shoot (3/8/2009)

Thank You 

Shay Monroe, Melissa and Morgan for

shooting with SS Automotives classic Old School cars

 

Shay Monroe

 

Melissa

Morgan

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Maxim’s Annual Swimsuit issue: Quiana Grant

March 6, 2009 by ldarien  
Filed under Cover Model, Photoshoots, Videos

Maxim’s Annual Swimsuit issue: Quiana Grant

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