Travel, fashion, shopping, films, theatre, music, technology, art, reading, the beach, creativity, the environment, global issues
Music
I LUUV all kinds of music, classic rock, modern rock, pop, dance, r&b, techno, jazz, easy listening, new age, classical, showtunes, world music, etc. Especially fond of 70s & 80s music.
Movies
Across The Universe, Hairspray, Dreamgirls, Marie Antionette, The Devil Wears Prada, Little Miss Sunshine, Rent, The Producers, Phantom of the Opera, The Lake House, DaVinci Code, Hollywoodland, Harry Potter & the Order of The Phoenix and documentaries Sicko, Farenheit 911, and Who Killed The Electric Car? are favorites. I also love classic old romantic movies such as Breakfast at Tiffany's, Pillow Talk, Funny Face, It's A Wonderful Life, The Philadelphia Story to name a few. Secret Confession: When I'm in a certain goofy mood, I will play campy old musicals like Xanadu, Earth Girls Are Easy, Muriel's Wedding & others as well!
Television
Being in the modeling business, I love "Project Runway", "The Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency", and "America's Next Top Model" also like "The Apprentice" and "American Idol". I'm a entertainment junky, nuts for shows like "ET" & "Access Hollywood", also Jon Stewart's "Daily Show". Favorite comedy/drama shows are "Ugly Betty", "Nip/Tuck", "Gilmore Girls", "Sex And The City", and "Desparate Housewives."
Books
I read a lot of biographies and self help/inspirational books as well as chick lit and mysteries. Some novels I recently like were "The Devil Wears Prada", "The DaVinci Code", and I'm also a fan of the Harry Potter series.
I represent professional models up and down the East Coast for editorial & commercial print, TV, film, runway and more. Also I produce high-energy runway shows. www.splashmodel.com
Real Estate Investor, Freelance Actor & Model, Event Producer & Coordinator
ABOUT "SPLASH"
Founded with the purpose of managing top professional models with the highest ethical principles
Specializing in high fashion models, also working with commercial print, TV, & Film
I'm the owner of Splash Model Management, a modeling and talent agency based in Virginia Beach VA. We manage professional talent (both union & non-union) up and down the east coast. I work with photographers, art directors, catalog houses, magazines, TV studios, film studios, casting agents and many others. I also market top models to casting directors, photographers and major agencies in top markets such as New York, South Beach, LA, and overseas.
When I started Splash Model Management, I wanted to operate a professional agency representing the finest fashion talent in the Mid-Atlantic region. I also wanted to base my business on the highest ethical principles and "green" principles. At Splash, we minimize paper flow keeping our portfolios and most of our correspondance online. We also do little things for the planet such as using energy efficient light bulbs, recycled products when available and re-using/recycling when possible.
In addition to the "green" principles, we have chosen an ethical business model. Other the past few years, I have encountered many models with horror stories about scams in the modeling industry involving over priced schools, conventions, photo sessions and more. I've also heard of models locked into exclusive contracts with no guarantee of work or earnings. The truth is that most of the world's most famous models never went to a modeling school or a convention. If a model has the look and body for runway, some coaching may be necessary but it should never cost thousands of dollars! Any good agency who truly believes in a talent should give basic counselling for free or a minimum hourly rate. Runway training should never cost a model over two to three hundred dollars.
Of course acting is another field altogether, however actors should be careful to study with an experienced film/stage actor or director, not someone employed by a modeling school! Because SPLASH is not a school, we can be objective in guiding you to finding the best source for any acting classes to help further your career
A legitimate agency/management company should be first and foremost an AGENCY or Manager. In markets governed by unions, an agency cannot operate a school and book SAG/AFTRA jobs.
At Splash, I have three primary goals: 1) to market talent for legitimate paying jobs (print, runway, TV, film, trade shows) in Virginia and surrounding areas; 2) to create new fashion opportunities in the state of VA by bringing fashion events and attracting designers/promoters to the area; and 3) to promote talent listed with Splash for jobs world wide both by booking directly and by working with agencies in primary markets.
Splash does not require an exclusive contract. We have agreements defining commissions, mother agency, client loyalty, definitions of agency relationship, and other issues but I do not believing in restricting a model's ability to work, especially in a market where jobs are limited. The majority of professionals share this philosophy especially when in a "right-to-work" state. It is a different situation in primary markets, where major campaign contracts can be offered to the model and a model can make a good living from modeling jobs alone. In any case, the model should make sure any exclusive contract has an easy "out" clause if the model is not earning money within a few months! A model should NEVER, NEVER, sign an exclusive with a company that makes the largest part of its income from classes, conventions or other non-agency activities!
In 2007, SPLASH introduced the first VA Fashion Week, bringing nationally reknown designers to VA to show their latest collections. In 2008, Splash will follow this with several Fashion Week events including a Swim, Surf, Sun" Fashion event in summer 2008, and a bigger, better Fashion Week in November 2008. In addition, Splash hosted Search for a Supermodel" during the summer, offering the opportunity to both male and female models. Go to the website now and vote for your favorite! www.vafashionweek.net
Visit the Splash Blog for updates on auditions, special events, as well as tips and special offers for aspiring models! You can also sign up for the Splash Newsletter from our blog.
At the present time, we do NOT rep babies or small children
but are interested in meeting talented and photogenic teens and adults. We are especially looking for high fashion women ages 15-25 height 5'8"-6' wearing sizes 0-6 and men 15-30 height 6'-6'3" wearing 38 to 42 jacket. Sorry we can't accept everyone, we only accept those we feel have an excellent chance of working with our clients. If you think you have what it takes, go to splashmodel.com/application and fill out the form, then email pictures. If you're in the possition of hiring models, drop me an email at splashmodels@cox.net. Hope to hear from you!
Van's Fashion Show at Coastal Edge: On Saturday July 12, 2008 Van's of California held a big event at Coastal Edge's 21st St location in Virginia Beach. The highlight was a brief fashion show featuring Splash Models wearing Van's super hot new clothing! Show was not rehearsed, models just did their thing! Van's clothing is young, hip, & fun just like the models wearing them!
Skirt Women's Show Fashion Show June 28, 2008. Ann produced/directed this show featuring such lines as BCBG Max Azria, Juicy Couture, Lily Pulitzer, Calvin Klein, Lucky Brand Jeans, Kate Spade Bags,and MUCH MORE!! Thanks to all the fabulous models who really made it shine! Unfortunately the videos have a lot of background noise & heads bobbing around! This is the opening scene "The Ultimate Skirt/Fun in the Sun"
Second Part of Skirt Show features Fun Fashion for any occasion:
"Get Smart" for Hot Career & Back-to-School Looks!
"Style & The City" finale from Skirt Women's Show Fashion Show
"GO RED FOR WOMEN" Scene from Feb 17 Bridal Show features models wearing red for the American Heart Association.
Hampton Roads Magazine Bridal Show 1/13/08 Couture Brides
Here's a great slide show created by Leah of fotohighway.com. Slides feature a few Splash Models on the runway at my "meet & greet" held at the Granby Theater Friday October 20.
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Who I'd like to meet: Models, Actors, Casting Directors, Art Directors, Photographeers, Producers, any one hiring talent in the eastern United States as well as experienced talent seeking new, creative representation. I'm also interested in meeting people who have been successful in the all aspects of the entertainment industry. In addition, I'd like to hear from businesses interested in sponsoring/investing in VA Fashion Week.
Hey hey it's been awhile... Maybe it hasn't? I'm not sure I've been a little busy the last few weeks but I hope it hasn't been too long! Coming to show you some love on your space in cyberspace and I hope you'll do the same! Peace and chicken grease my friend hope to talk to you soon.
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