Contnd from page 19 - Q & A: Selena Watchman
WOTN: At approximately what age did the “modeling bug” bite you? Who has been the most instrumental in getting your career off the ground? I have to say that I have always wanted to model but was very camera shy until after I graduated from high school. Working in a fast paced restaurant helped me break out of my shell. I realized how much fun it was to let loose and go with the flow. My social skills grew exponentially and enabled me to take chances and embark on my dreams and goals. In all honesty, I give full credit to all of the wonderful photographers, make-up artists, and hair artists that I’ve had the opportunity to work with. I started modeling at age 21, to score some photos that I could save and share with my children and grandchildren someday. I was living in San Diego at the time and I didn’t expect those pictures to open up such amazing opportunities. I did not go the agency route because I did not think I would actually book anything nor did I know whom to trust. Fortunately, I stood out enough to get noticed. Being able to get the attention I got in a city like San Diego is an amazing feeling. WOTN: Who would you say is your biggest supporter right now, why? My family is my rock. They fully support me and that helps me keep my head and heart in the right place. WOTN: Are you an exercise fanatic? Actually the term exercise fanatic is offensive to us! (Laughs) In all seriousness, I like to think of physical activity as a way to escape from stress. I love to run and even more, I am a Hot Yogaholic. I believe that taking a hot yoga class will change your life in positive ways unimaginable. In addition to a 110 degree room, it provides a heighten self-awareness and stretches and tightens muscles that one may not know existed. I mentioned that I love to run, it’s a passion that courses through my veins. Navajo people are known to be great runners. Running helps me look my best. I also spend a lot of time on my abs and lower body. My upper body tones up faster and heavier than my lower body, so, I try to concentrate on my weak areas. WOTN: Do you have other endeavors, interest besides modeling? What are you currently doing? I realized the “business-woman” inside of me after entering the modeling industry. I am pursuing a bachelor degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Advertising at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. WOTN: What would you say is the biggest “misconception” about being a beautiful model? Is there a downside? Now days the term “model” is used loosely. With social 20 - WOTN-The Magazine
networks like Facebook.com and Modelmayhem.com, everyone with photos of themselves post them online and claim to be a model. I don’t normally tell people about what I do unless they already know. The downside is definitely that modeling is youth oriented, so I don’t want to get too attached to it. WOTN: In your opinion, what would a man have to do or say to win over a beautiful woman’s heart? He would have to do what he says and say what’s in his heart. Nothing is more attractive than an honest man with a sincere heart. WOTN: It’s been said, that beautiful women also have difficulty finding love, is that true? What keeps you from being lonely? Love is tricky and yes, metaphorically speaking, I have kissed a frog or two who did not turn into a prince charming. I have been lucky enough to have wonderful friends and a mother, who is my ultimate best friend. Together, we keep each other’s spirits up, no matter what. Photography by: Bonnie Mitchell
WOTN: What kind of projects are you searching for? Where and how can you be reached for potential projects? I would love to do more clothing and jewelry projects and I am interested in working with new people in general. So, if you are interested in working with me, I look forward to hearing from you. I can be reached by email: swatchmodel@gmail.com (This email is for professional purposes ONLY, all other mail will be marked as spam). I can be found on Facebook where I have a fan page that I check regularly.
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My favorite food: Fish Tacos My favorite drink: Sparkling water with cucumber slices My favorite fruit: Pineapple My favorite music genre: Dance, Rock, and Reggae Rock My favorite music artist/group: Cascade, Kings of Leon, and Slightly Stoopid My favorite car: The Lamborghini Reventón. It’s like “Batmobile’s” sexy girlfriend. My favorite cereal: Frosted Mini-Wheats My favorite NBA team: Phoenix Suns My favorite NFL team: Dallas Cowboys My favorite MLB team: New York Yankees My favorite College team: UNC Tarheels An Arts & Entertainment Publication