Interview With Chelsea Michael
Ethnicity: African-American
Profession: College student at Clark Atlanta University
Current Location (Country): United States
Instagram Username: @chels.mic
What inspired you to get into the modeling industry?
I wouldn’t say that I’m “in the modeling industry” as of right now but I love putting on makeup and getting cute to take pictures. Modeling is definitely something I could see myself pursuing.
How long have you been modeling?
I’ve never professionally modeled but for the past year and a half I’ve been putting more thought and creativity into the types of pictures that I post on my social media’s love to take really cool pictures of myself.
As a model/aspiring model, do you think that it is important to have a large following?
Having a large following base will only get you so far. Working with photographers & doing your best work will give you more opportunities than the number of followers you have.
Obviously a bigger following is important because the more people seeing your face, the better. But I believe that the right people will gravitate towards you no matter how many followers you have.
Who is your favorite model?
Definitely Naomi Campbell. She’s a legend.
Were you ever camera shy?
Yes! I was never a huge fan of taking pictures but once my confidence grew I became way more comfortable in front of the camera.
Have you ever been published in a print or digital magazine before?
I modeled a hoodie which was featured on a clothing website (Imani Apparel).
What’s something a guy can do to get your attention?
Be funny, and it has to be a genuine funny, not a trying-to-hard funny. Making me laugh is always a plus.
What’s an instant deal-breaker for you?
Clinginess is a big deal breaker. That and any form of disrespect is a no from anyone.
What is your ideal first date?
A nice summer night, laying on a beach, eating some Popeyes.
Tell us a random fact about yourself.
I’m a great whistler.
What are you most proud of?
I’m most proud of how in tune I am with my self. It’s been a long journey and there were times in my life I wasn’t totally in love with myself.
But now, I’m so comfortable with being me. Its been a long journey but I’m proud of the fact that I know and love myself a lot.
What’s your favorite healthy snack?
Fruit (pineapples, mangoes, and grapes are my favorite).
Did you have any mentors who greatly impacted your career or growth?
My mom has everything to do with where I️ am now and where I’m going to go in the future.
She’s an assistant principal which is not the career that I want for myself but her worth ethic is something I️ will emulate going forward. She works so hard and doesn’t take no for an answer, I really admire that.
Do you have any tips for aspiring models who are trying to break into the industry?
Confidence is definitely key. People can see it just like they can see insecurities. When people see that confidence they gravitate towards it.
What do you want to be remembered as?
Someone who is compassionate and someone who does what she can to be helpful and a blessing to others.