Graduation from college... what is next

Life like a painting always in process......It is a time in my life that I look back on what I have accomplished and look forward to the future! As many of you know I have completed college and will be officially graduating on June 1st with a degree in communications. During my college years I have also started modeling and acting and continue to do so. It was a decision to follow my heart and dreams while I was in school so that by the time I graduated I would be established with a solid career. I am so thankful that my plans continue to work out and my opportunities continue to come. Thanks to everyone that has supported me and continue to support me!! Nothing is possible as an island but together we are unstoppable. 

So the future is what we make it. I am excited to see it unfold.. I look forward to sharing all of it with you and continue to show the world that........Petite Girls Rock!!!!!

How it started!

These picture where the first time I ever had professional pictures taken. It wasn't a modeling job it was for me personally. (Senior Pictures) for my High School Graduation.. I had always wanted to model and after this shoot. I wanted it more than anything.

Moving forward just a few months after I made the decision to see if I could make it in the modeling world I had my fist shoot with Jim Jurica.. This particular day it had been storming all day. I was suppose to meet him in downtown Chicago and since it was raining he picked a location under a via duct. The whole thing seems crazy but it all worked out perfectly. We got some amazing shots that are still some of my favorite ones today.. As you know I continue to work with Jim as often as I can as he is still one of the most fun, creative, energetic and talented photographers I know.

From these two shoots over 600 more has followed. Publications, movies, TV shows, car shows, promotional work and much much more. The journey so far has been awesome and I can't wait for what is next. I have been so happy to continue to do what I have always dreamed of and continue to show the world that.....Petite Girls Rock!!!!!!!!

Some of what I did this week so far!

 Trixi and Jax Monday morning on the Mancow TV show

The Monday show Crew on Mancow TV show

This so far has been a great week lots of filming this week and commercial shoots.. Started it out by shooting a Music video that I can't wait to share with you when it is out. Than bright and early Monday Morning co-hosted the Mancow TV show with Trixie the other co-host nice to be able to work together.. After the show did some filming outside attracted a crowd with Buddy Hull's Race car.. very fun!! Tuesday Night Mancow hosted a party at Castle and was awesome to spend time with everyone off set.. I was lucky enough to end the week as I started co-hosting the Friday Morning Mancow TV show.. Check out the show next week.. You could see me!! :) Keep smiling and pushing towards your dreams and show the world that...... Petite Girls Rock!!!!!

Reflecting on the past four years it has been an amazing journey. I started a career that I had always dreamed about at the same time I started my first year at college. I knew that in order to achieve both my professional and academic goals I would have to be focused and diligent in everything that I did. My goals were set high in college. I wanted not only to pass but to excel. In my professional life I wanted to make a solid name for myself and to be sure that by the end of college my income could sustain me completely.

I set up my class schedule to get everything done in 4 days a week leaving time for me to do my homework and study as I was on an academic scholarship I had to maintain a high GPA to continue it. The first year that pretty much left Friday, Saturday and Sunday for me to pursue modeling and acting. So I did my best to book as much work as possible during those days. The time progressed and with each passing semester at school I was able to work some more during the week when I wasn't in class. On all of my school breaks I scheduled my work for as many hours as I could find jobs in order to further my career as quickly as I could. (which I continue to do)

I am sitting at the end of my college years and looking forward to graduating with my degree in communications. Happy to report that I have achieved academic honors in my area of study. Professionally  I continue to achieve and further my original goals and I am now in the process of setting more aggressive professional goals as I will have much more time to devote to my career. I am looking forward to the future with great excitement and anticipation.I appreciate everyone that has supported me so far in this journey and I know it has only just begun. Hard work and dedication will show us all that.....Petite Girls Rock!!!!!

Well spring time has had its ups and down s with the weather this year for everyone in the US however for business it has been busy and very productive.  I have had several opportunities to work with many amazing people and look forward to working more with them all. Here are a few accomplishments since my last update. 

I was published in the April Issue of BeautyLook Magazine

Also wrote an article for them too. Check it all out at http://www.beautylookmagazine.com/

In addition I have had a few new book covers come out This one with Jimmy Thomas RNC

 as well as 3 more more with Felix (male model) and Period Images. Check out more of our work at www.periodimages.com Below are two romance novel covers we are featured on!!

In addition to modeling I have been continuing to guest co-host with Mancow Muller on the Mancow TV show on WPWR My 50 Chicago weekday mornings from 6-8. Check out the show if you are a early riser. I am looking forward to doing more shows with them in the future. 

There are a lot of things to come so stay tuned....Moving forward to and showing the world that ......Petite Girls Rock!!!!

 

Spring and Beauty!!

This spring it is all about the colors. Shades of blues, greens and yellows. From Clothing to accessories it is color, color, color..  So The first thing you need to determine is what colors are best for your skin tone, but to do that you need to know if you have a warm, cool or neutral natural undertones to your skin.

You can determine what your undertones are by sitting in front of a mirror without any makeup and if possible in natural lighting.. Hold up things to your face and skin.. Your favorite pink top that you are always complimented on looks awesome on you.. You are probably a cool. If you favorite off white sweater is the one thing that everyone love it is probably because you have a warmer undertone to your skin.If they all look great on you than you are the lucky one to be neutral.  Once you determine your undertones than finding the right shades to put on this season is easy..

A few simple things.. If your skin is cool...cool colors will look best on you. Pinks, blues, purples. If your skin is warmer than you should look for more vibrant colors like Red, Hot Pink, chocolate browns. These are just a few suggestions but knowing them makes shopping a whole bunch easier and picking out items that compliments you the best.. Choose your colors and show that world that......Petite Girls Rock!!!!!

Spring is in the air

Spring is here and although most of us haven't seen that in the weather it really isn't going to be long before we are all outside working, shooting and taking advantage of the natural light and beautiful scenery that is available to us. I love location shoots but they do take a little more planning. Lets take a look at what we need to remember to always bring with us for location work..

I usually put together a different modeling bag for Spring and summer and in it make sure you always have these items in addition to what you normally bring in your bag.

A large T-Shirt to change under
Tennis shoes to hike to the location
Sunscreen to protect your skin
Bug spray to prevent you from bites and ticks
Water to keep yourself hydrated
Small First Aid kit (band-aides, antiseptic etc) More potential for cuts etc.
blotting towelettes to remove shine from your skin which in warmer weather can be an issue.
Hand Sanitizer just because it is good to have on hand.

In addition to getting your model bag ready you may want to take a closer look at your skin. Winter can be hard on your skin with the dry cold air, winds and heat in your house. It is a great time to get a professional deep cleaning facial to help remove all the dead skin and clean out any pores that maybe clogged. This also helps rejuvenate your skin in preparation for lighter makeup worn in the warmer weather. It is also a great time to exfoliate your body too to remove the dry skin that may be lingering from the winter months.

It is also a good time to make sure your body is in top shape to sport less clothing. So if you haven't already started take a hard look in the mirror and make sure you haven't put on weight or lost your enthusiasm for the gym.. It is the perfect time to re-ignite your program of healthy eating and working out so that when the beaches are open you are in perfect condition to rock whatever looks come your way..

Spring is here and so is all the things that come with it both personally and professionally.. Take a little time now and prepare and you will always be ready to show the world that..... Petite Girls Rock!