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ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT TONY DENNIS-HANNAH DUANE JONES THE COLOR BOX 7 GREAT GROOMING TIPS FOR MEN
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Note from the Editor
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Photo by Paul J. Heyw
Welcome to the June 2015 issue of Queen Size Magazine. Secretly I think that June is one of my favorites. We tend to give women a lot of recognition for all they do as mothers, wives and business women. This month we honor our men, our fathers, sons, brothers, and business men in our lives. How many times have we as women sat amongst the midst of our girlfriends and had those “man bashing” conversations? Now how many of you same women had the conversation where you uplifted your men and gave them their due praises? Not all men are dogs, just like not all ladies are women. If you have a good man make sure you honor and cherish that man. Our men these days have to deal with enough out in this world; they don’t need to come home and feel unappreciated and unloved as well. Now obviously I am not referring to the men who have not grown up yet; and if you are with that type of immature man then don’t bash him, bash yourself for not wanting more or not helping him see his potential. Anywho, enough of my rant; this month I salute all of the deserving men out there. This issue of Queen Size Magazine is dedicated to YOU. Of course, I cannot end this letter without giving a big thank you to all of our supporters. We do this each and every month for you. “The price of greatness is responsibility. “Winston Churchill
TAWANA BLASSINGAME CEO/Editor In Chief
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MAKING QUEEN SIZE MOVES
MASTHEAD TAWANA BLASSINGAME CEO/Editor In Chief PHILIPDREW Executive Director ERICKJORGENSEN Creative Director PAUL J.HEYWARD JR. Photographer Videographer DAWN HALL Model Recruitment Manager JESSICA STARNES Model Recruitment Manager NATALIE DAWN Assistant Editor MARIA WILLIAMS Beauty Editor AMANDA TUCCIARONE Assistant Editor SHIRLEY BEALE Assistant Editor DUANE JONES Photographer DOUG SWAIM Photographer KENDALL REED Photographer
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CONTENTS FEATURED STORY
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By TAWANA BLASSINGAME
HEALTH AND FITNESS
06 ASTHMA
By Jessica Starnes
08 TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTION
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DATING IN THE INDUSTRY By NATALIE DAWN
SPOTLIGHT 28 ENTREPRENEUR DUANE JONES ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT
34 TONY HANNAH-DENNIS By TAWANA BLASSINGAME
BEAUTY&FASHION THE COLOR BOX
12 7 GREAT GOOMING TIPS FOR MEN By MARIA WILLIAMS
TRACES OF MY PEN
38 BEFORE THE NIGHT ENDS By Amanda Tucciarone
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ASTHMA BY JESSICA STARNES
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of
Cockroaches:
the airways. There are many different causes
Keep garbage covered and food stored in
of asthma symptoms which vary from person
containers with tight lids. Clean up dirty dishes,
to person. When having an asthma attack the
spills, and food crumbs right away. Fix all moisture
airways become inflamed, narrow and fill with
problems, such as leaky faucets and drain pipes.
mucus. This causes resistance increase and the
Plug up any cracks you can find. Hire a pest
work of breathing becomes more difficult, causing
control expert and use poison baits and traps for
shortness of breath, cough, and wheezing which
ongoing control (stay away from anything with a
could lead to death if not treated. That’s why
strong smell that could trigger your asthma).
it’s important to know your triggers to provide an asthma attack. The following are the top triggers
Smoking:
for Asthma attacks
Stay away from smoke. If you smoke the you should STOP because it makes coughing and
Dust Mites:
wheezing worse.
To prevent having dust mites its best to wash bedding and curtains at least once a week in hot
Stress:
water, use allergen-elimination laundry detergent
When the body is overwhelmed by stress it causes
to help get rid of dust mites in your sheets and
chest tighteness, It’s best to step back and relax.
clothes. Replace fabric chairs and sofas with furniture that’s leather, wood, metal, or plastic.
Food additives: Chemicals added as preservatives, food
Pet Dander:
colorings, or flavoring agents have been found
Clean your floors, rugs, and furniture regularly.
to cause asthma attacks in some people. Stay
Change furnace filter regularly, cover pillow and
away from sodium bisulfite, potassium bisulfite,
mattress with microfiber fabric that can help
sodium metbisulfite, potassium metabisulfite, and
capture cat and dog allergens, use room air
sodium sulfite.
purifiers to capture airborne pet dander and wash pets at least once every two weeks.
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QUEEN SIZE MAGAZINE PRESENTS
“To Answer Your Question” By SHIRLEY BEALE
THE GRASS AIN’T GREENER Question: Hello Shirley. I have a neighbor who is married. I’m single. We have been neighbors for years. His wife doesn’t speak to me. I’ve tried to be friendly to her but to no avail. He rolls my garbage to the curb on garbage day, cut my grass, waters it too. It makes me uncomfortable. I have asked him not to do these things but he insists. What should I do? Signed, The Grass Ain’t Greener SHIRLEY’S RESPONSE: Greetings, Grass Ain’t Greener. You are blessed to have such a caring neighbor; however you would appreciate it more if he were not married. Clearly his wife is very bothered by his behavior and this is not your fault. You have done everything within your power to discourage his “help”. His actions could be innocent but the chances of that are unlikely since his actions continue even though it aggravates his wife. My solution: If it’s within your budget, hire someone to cut your grass, water it and take your garbage to the curb. You could try and pass this person off as your significant other in an attempt to stop your overly helpful neighbor. Another suggestion is to tell him that unless he ceases his actions, you will be forced to move. If he continues, go to the hardware store, buy a “House For Sale” sign, place it on your lawn, use an email address as the contact info and see if that works. Seeing the “For Sale” sign should work however if it doesn’t, tell him that unless he stops, you will be forced to cut off any and all contact with him whatsoever. Greener Grass, I hope this will work.
GIRL, SHUT UP !!!!! PLEASE !!!!!! Question: Shirley, I have a friend who I have known for 20 years. She is very nice but talks too much. I like her but don’t want to get too close. She calls ALL THE TIME, wants to go out and hang. I always make excuses. I like my quiet life. I choose who I want to tell my business to. When I’m around her, I’m not comfortable so I keep quiet. I really don’t want to hurt her feelings so what should I do. Signed: Quiet and loving it. SHIRLEY’S RESPONSE: Hi Quiet. Your friend of 20 years sure does have a lot to say. It’s amazing that she has not noticed in 20 years that you keep her at a distance, are quiet when around her and doesn’t accept any of her invitations. I’d say she is CLUELESS. You could do this one of two ways: Explain to your friend that though you cherish
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her friendship, you don’t have as much time to spend with her as you’d like and that you will contact her when the two of you may be able to spend some time together. 20 years is a long time to be friends. If you aren’t ready to end this friendship, set 1 day a month and the two of you have breakfast or lunch, possibly an hour or so and then make your exit. The second alternative is to try and get her involved in other organizations or groups that would keep her occupied. This may be a case where she is just lonely and have nothing else to do. If neither of these suggestions work, continue as you have been over the past 20 years, buy a Bluetooth, have about 15 to 20 of your favorite songs recorded and when she begins to talk, start with track 1. By the time your 20th song ends, she should be done talking. Hopefully. Happy Listening.
UNBE-WEAVEABLE Question: Shirley, I need your help. I have been wearing a weave for a long time. I love it. Over the years, my hair has thinned out from it. It’s long but too thin. What can I do? I don’t want to stop wearing it. Vitamins make me too hairy. What other choices to I have? SHIRLEY’S RESPONSE: Dear Weave Lover, weaves are very glamorous but you have to take special care when wearing weaves. I would recommend seeing a qualified dermatologist. Over the counter remedies are quick fixes but temporary. A qualified dermatologist could tell if the problem can be rectified. Using a spray for bald spots is an instant fix until you can visit a dermatologist. In the meantime, taking care of your OWN HAIR is ESSENTIAL before and DURING your weaved styles and making sure your stylist is EXTREMELY QUALIFIED IS ALSO IMPERATIVE. Keep me updated as to your progress.
FAMILY NEED A NOSE JOB Question: Ms. Shirley, I have a teenage daughter who I raise alone and I support the two of us very well. She gets very good grades and as a reward, I let her go out quite a bit. I am very lenient. My family members think she goes out too much. I feel like I’m not a good parent at times by giving her such leeway. Is this good parenting? Signed: Soft Mom. SHIRLEY’S RESPONSE: Hello Soft Mom. I would like to commend you on being a single mom, raising a great
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daughter who gets awesome grades. However, I wouldn’t let her go out as much and you describe it as “quite a bit”. Children need boundaries whether they get good grades or not and saying “yes” all the time is never a good thing. Sit down and speak to your daughter. Explain to her that the streets can be very dangerous and that you would like for her not to be out so much and you’re only trying to keep her safe. Set a schedule for your daughter. Do not allow her to go out on school days and maybe one or two places on the weekend. During the weeknights, the two of you should spend time doing things together. Tell her you cherish mother/daughter times and you’d like that time to be for the two of you. As for your family members, they should really mind their own business. Are they offering you any assistance to spend time with your daughter, give you some assistance either mentally or emotionally or are they just giving their unsolicited opinions? They may mean well, but what are THEIR CHILDREN DOING????? Since your family want to give you advice, call them and see if they’ll help out in ways other than giving advice. If they are “too busy”, then ignore their unwarranted advice. Stop second-guessing yourself. You appear to be a wonderful mom. Give your daughter boundaries and a schedule. She may not appreciate it at first since you’ve been so lenient but she will appreciate it in the long run. Keep up the great work.
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with your husband and then the two of you try and find a solution, i.e, shorter love-making sessions, and fewer encounters or maybe lessen the intensity per session. Lastly, there are other ways to make love to your man that doesn’t involve the obvious. You have to be creative. You can make love to his mind just as hard as you can his body. Make love to HIM vs him making love to you. Some encounters, YOU be in control of what, how much or how little, when to go, when to stop. In the age of technology, there are videotapes, books, Youtube, etc. Google what you would like to know. Anything you’re interested in learning, you can become a pro in your own home with a few clicks of your computer. If there is no relief, visit your gynecologist with your husband and the 3 of you find a happy medium. Your husband sounds like a very good man so making this a priority is MANDATORY. Keep me informed and the two of you keep loving each other.
PAINFULLY LOVING MY HUSBAND Question: Ms. Shirley, I don’t know if you will be allowed to print this letter but it is of a delicate nature. My husband and I have been married for a short time. Both of us went thru not-so-great marriages but found each other and love each other very much. We get along well with each other and each other’s families. He is a good provider and supporter, and I do the same for him. He is a great man. All I have prayed for. The problem is when we make love. I never turn him down but his appetite is huge. We make love about four times a week. That wouldn’t bother me so much but it is never for less than 30 minutes. This man CAN GO !!!!! The longer we go, the more painful it gets. I haven’t told my husband that after a certain period of time that it becomes painful because I don’t want to turn him down and run the possibility of him looking elsewhere. I’ve tried to play it off but I can’t continue to do this. If you can’t answer in the magazine, could you please respond to this email? Thanks, painfully loving my man.
SHIRLEY’S RESPONSE: Painfully loving your man, I commend you on reaching out. No question so far is off limits to “To Answer Your Question”. First, I congratulate you on the joy of having a great man and marriage. Having a great love life is essential to a happy marriage but a great love life must be enjoyable to BOTH PARTIES. First, I would visit my gynecologist and see if there is a problem that can be rectified with a prescription or maybe altering your lovemaking schedule. If you get no relief from that, discuss the situation
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IASIA ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHER | Vader Photography MUA| Cynthia Perry
Iasia Alexander is an aspiring model based in Philadelphia who loves to travel. When it comes to being in front of the camera she always puts her best foot forward. She knows that the only way to be the best model she can be is with hard work and determination. Iasia loves shooting photos that will inspire others. She is 21 year young and loves working with children; she would like to someday own her own daycare. Iasia describes herself as being caring, silly, and understanding. She is always ready and willing to take on any challenge that comes her way. Iasia approaches everything she does with a spirit of excellence and it shows through the work she puts forth. She is very excited about her newfound modeling journey and she knows that it will be life changing.
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Height: 5’7” 1/2 Bust: 36” Waist: 38” 1/2 Hips: 46” Dress Size: 12 Shoe Size: 9 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown
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THE COLOR BOX By MARIA WILLIAMS
7 Great Grooming Tips for Men Hi everyone it is me Maria Williams CEO of The Color Box By Maria. We all have a few special men in our lives. This special man could be your brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, boyfriend and or husband. All men should have a good skin care regime and grooming habits. So here are 7 grooming tips that all men can use. Show these & simple tips to that man in your life and guarantee that he will always be consider dashing and dapper.
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The Moustache:
There is nothing wrong with a nice moustache. Long are the days of the “old man looking stash” or the Fu man chu stash”. A nice moustache adds character to a man’s face. The key is to make sure that you trim your beard or moustache at least once a week. Also keeping a moustache washed and smelling nice. A woman can enjoy that little “tickle she receives when that kiss is planted on her cheek or lips but a smelly moustache is a “yuck” A scruffy, scraggly and smelly moustache is not sexy or attractive.
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Beard Stubble:
Contrary to popular belief, the stubble and five o’ clock shadow is now a preference for many men. So if this is the look that you choose, you need to make sure that you keep it maintained. Beard Stubble should never look sloppy or you are trying out for the next role in “American WereWolf in London”. A woman does not like to feel that sandpaper effect across her face.
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Eyebrows:
It has been said that “the eyes are the window to your soul” but the eyebrows are one of the most important features of the face. In both men and women the eyebrows really frame the face. The eyebrows also convey your emotions and expressions. A pair of cleanly defined, fully separated eyebrows is really the way to go. Scared of having them professionally done? Use a pair of trimmers to keep them neat. Make sure that they actually separate clearly above the bridge of your nose. Talking to a person who has the ultimate “uni-brow” I find very distracting. I find myself thinking in my head” what the hell was he or she thinking” and “why” or I have a major childhood flash back of Bert and Ernie.
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Nose Hair:
In my opinion this is “just not cool” it is actually “gross”. It takes all of thirty seconds to check and correct this problem. This is a hair element that should never be seen in public. Men remember this! The taller you are the more people can look up your nose. So you don’t have to pluck them all out. From a medical standpoint, the
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hair in your nose is the first line of defense against harmful environmental pathogens such as germs, fungus, and spores. Nose hair is to provide additional humidity to the inhaled air. So all you need to do is trim them back. Sitting across from a man at dinner with nose hairs trying to talk to me will not get you a second date!
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Well enough said on this one. Just like the nose hairs same rules apply. In the romantic moment a lady might want to “nibble on your ear lobe” This display of affection is NOT sexy or attractive with the fur ball attached to it!
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Hairy Necks:
A part of getting a good haircut really involves having a neat nape and the back of your neck. It seems like this is more of the “old school” barber who takes care of this area besides giving you that sharp cut. I can not count how many times I have been at an event and seen a guy with a nice summer outfit BUT when he turns around the first thing that comes to my mind is “I just had a conversation with Chewbacca”. If you groom your chest hair then you should groom the nape of your neck. Some women like to stroke the nape of a man’s neck. I should not have the urge to braid it! And finally!
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Hair Over the Ears:
Now take heed if your hair is growing over your ears this is a clear sign that you need a haircut ASAP. Now if this a look that you think you may want please use a little product to slick your hair back behind your ears. I personally like to see both a man’s ears but if the product does not work then it is time to trim it or get a hair cut. Women tend to like either long hair or short hair. In this case neatness is what really counts. So these are my 7 great grooming tips for men. It is “ok” to look a little lumber “jackish” in the winter but the spring and summer is a time for “the new you”. Not a fan of the barbershop! DIY at home. Invest in a good set of clippers. Wahl makes great ones and they are really affordable. Even the man that goes to the barbershop on a regular basis owns a good pair of clipper for maintenance. Have a wonderful summer and happy grooming!
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KENDALL REED Mr. Kendall Reed is a Photographer and a Los Angeles, California native. Although he was born and raised in California, his family roots stem from Atlanta Georgia and Memphis TN. He’s a man that truly understands how to work a camera on a professional level. To have the power to freeze and capture a moment is priceless in his eyes. One of his favorite quotes says “All life is, is a series of moments. So cherish every moment that you have, because in a moment, it will be gone”. Its quotes like this one that encourages Mr. Reed to pick up a camera. By capturing moments in time allows the viewer to reminisce and/or experience some type of emotion. A smile, some form of happiness, or simply sparking a train of thought in someone’s mind gives him fulfillment. Simply because by thinking; the world has been blessed by thoughts becoming reality. Through Photography he aims to touch the world one photo at a time. As a business owner, he has a strong desire to serve the community. Mr. Reed enjoys Nature and Landscape Photography, Street photography, Portraits, Fancy Portraits, Architectural Photography, Fashion Photography, Action Shots and the list goes on. He refuses to place himself in a box, by just practicing one form of photography. He aims to find the beauty in all things. Here’s a guy that just loves to shoot. With an architecture background and construction, Mr. Reed has a unique eye. His goal is to live life, remain humble, stay in good health, and love the journey.
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In recent days this question has popped up on social media often, “Is it possible to date someone in the same industry, as you as a model or photographer?”
The opinions vary on this subject. The popular saying is “Do not mix business with pleasure.” As a working model most of the men you come in contact with are stylist, designer and majority are photographers. As a single model on the move, these are you men you are surrounded by on a daily basis. How and where do women usually meet men they date? In the society we live in now, online, the gym, work, or mutual friends seem to be some of the top places women meet men. Two people with some of the same goals and aspirations, in the same industry seem as if they would be a power couple. For example, Jay Z and Beyonce, both are top producing music recording artist in their field. They did however keep their relationship private for a long time before it was really confirmed that they were an item. Dating in the industry seems like it could have its benefits, but has its downfalls as well. In other words, a relationship with someone in the same industry can turn out really great or be a really bad situation. This kind of relationship has the potential to be a “Power” situation. Both people have to be on the same page as far as what they want out of the relationship. Communication and trust definitely will play a major role in the success of this relationship. Is it better to keep this relationship discreet until things get serious? I would say yes. Just because most like you all would be in the same circle and unless you want everybody in your business, its best to keep it between you all until things get serious.
What are things that may help your relationship succeed? As a woman dating a man who is constantly around beautiful women on a daily basis, confidence in YOU is a must! Jealously, distrust or envy will be damaging to your situation. Make sure you are able to handle your partner being friends and business associates with the opposite sex. Speak on a regular basis, whatever works for both parties’ schedules. Monogamy is a must as well. People talk and that could become a messy situation. In a world where connection and networking are your most valuable assets, having a public relationship could possibly make or break you. Be careful who you share information with and also who you get involved with. Do your research if you must. Most of all go with your gut, if it does not feel right, do not do it. To all my single women happy hunting and best wishes.
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PATRICIA VEGA PHOTOGRAPHER | Kendall Reed Patricia Vega is a Social Worker Associate for the University of California, Los Angeles. Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in Child Development and fifteen years of teaching experience. As an educator and mother of three, she loves being a part of the movement of providing a better future for children’s growth and development. Patricia takes pleasure in sharing her knowledge and advocating for low income families. In her leisure time, she enjoys listening to music, scrapbooking, gardening, and exercising. Patricia’s interest in modeling gears towards having the opportunity to represent the Mexican American community. As one can observe in different magazines, most women, including the Latino community, are pictured as a very small size figure, which is not very representative of real women. Thus, Patricia sees the need for “real size” females of Mexican descent to be represented in magazines in order for this community of women to really feel more of a presence here in the United States and understand that there is no need of a small figure to show their beauty. She wants for Latino women to see her image and be motivated to be happy with them. Although Patricia believes that appearance is important, she wants to show that it is not the only thing and that the body size is not a determining factor; she believes that the most important thing is the beauty inside the individual. Patricia’s goal is to find like-minded individuals who have the same beliefs to pursue similar goals.
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WHAT THE INDUSTRY NEEDS TO HEAR
PHILIP DREW, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF QUEEN SIZE MAGAZINE AND QUEEN SIZE MODEL MANAGEMENT
Allow me to introduce you to my right hand, the man that helps me tremendously with the day to day operations of Queen Size Magazine. Mr. Philip Drew was adopted into the industry due to his kind heart and his compassion for helping others. In the short time that he has been in the industry he has become well known by many of the models as someone to give them the truth that they need to survive as models; the truth that no one else would give. I am happy to call him my friend and my right hand. Mr. Drew and I have conversations everyday about how we can help models and how we can help shift the industry in the right direction. When June’s issue was discussed I approached Mr. Drew with the idea of doing an interview and giving his thoughts on the truth about the industry as he sees it. Some of you might be ready for this and some won’t; some will agree and some won’t. But everyone needs to hear it. So here goes …………. THE INTERVIEW (tell your friends)
Tawana: I probably should have thanked you at the start of the interview for even doing this; lol… Thank you. Lol. I asked you to do this interview because I think that it is important for women to hear what you have to say; get a male’s perspective so to speak. You have been known for giving the un-sugarcoated truth. When giving your honest opinion, how do you prevent from crossing the disrespect line? Mr. Drew: That’s a tough question to answer. I refuse to be contradicting. It’s hard to tell someone do something if you are not doing it yourself as well. In this industry the ones who will feel disrespected are the ones who have not completely humbled themselves to the industry. Everyone is worried about what their friends, family or partners have to say, over the people you need to impress and be hired by in the industry say. When I tell a model what I have to say, I then give an example to go along with it to help them see it from another angle.
Tawana: Mr. Drew you are becoming quite the man in this industry. Did you ever think that you would be working in the magazine industry? Mr. Drew: No, not in my wildest dreams. It was intriguing when I was offered the opportunity because I never really looked at myself as someone who had anything to offer the fashion industry.
Tawana: In your opinion, what do you think is the overall goal for the plus size industry? Mr. Drew: I’m a very analytical person, so I will see the goal then work backwards as far as how to get there. The plus size industry wants to be recognized and treated equally and on the same level as the straight size community. Be it clothes in the stores for consumers, a role model for women who need help with their self esteem and a chance to be on the international scene of modeling; however, there is too much segregation in this industry; plus size included.
Tawana: You are very fashionable by the way. In fact, most people when they see you comment on how well dressed you always are. Why is this so important to you? Mr. Drew: I try to lead by example. It’s not a secret but it seems like something that a lot of models don’t grasp. In this industry or any other professional environment you must dress to impress. This industry is predicated on vision and capturing someone’s attention through imagery, THEN forming an opinion on you once they meet you. First impressions go a long way and in an industry where you want to represent someone’s brand you must ask yourself what will be the impression you want them to have of you?
Tawana: This is probably going to make you cringe, but tell me how you feel about selfies. Mr. Drew: Selfies have their purpose. But for the modeling industry I really don’t like them or want to see them. I see too many women wanting to be models with albums of selfies and only a handful of actual industry needed and required photoshoots. It has watered down the integrity of the industry. A selfie is in no way a substitute for a photoshoot or model submissions for magazines or shows of any kind.
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Tawana: You are also known for researching the models that reach out to us. What exactly are you looking for when you do your research? And please do tell us why you do the research to begin with. Mr. Drew: I’m looking to see how they carry, promote and handle themselves on social media. I have seen some who say they want to model but their page is a lot of cursing, fight videos or nothing really positive. I had one request where the girl had a photo of her smoking weed. People don’t understand, or they say they do; as much as models or ladies looking to be models use social media, the agencies, recruiters or even the organizers for shows use social media as well. They are going through your social media pages. They often know about you by the time you tell them your name. Tawana: You and I have had this conversation many times. We have asked models this same question many times. Off the top of your head, can you name five models that you know who are making strides in the plus size industry? Mr. Drew: I can name more than five but I truly do not have an order I would put them in. Dionne Reeves, Jeanne Ferguson, Angela Marie, Jennifer Laws, Ja Tawn, Tricia Campbell, Michele Lawson, Claudia Phinoson, Andrene Williams, just to name a few. . . there are a few others as well. Tawana: What are they doing that some are not? Mr. Drew: Networking with the right individuals, joining the right groups on social media for opportunities, getting with the right photographers, always honing their skills, learning the correct poses. The club poses or social poses aren’t industry standard. Also there are certain shows as a model who is serious you must take part in one of them being Plus Night Out. Going to casting calls, this one is very big it’s good to do events in your area but traveling IS a modeling prerequisite. You have to save up and travel to locations outside of your state. It’s like seasoning you never just sprinkle it and leave it in one spot you have to get yourself out there. Also as respected and well known as these ladies are they still practice their craft. There is no reason why you are calling yourself a model and don’t have at least 2 runway classes under your belt. Also just because the class is over doesn’t mean you are too. Practice your walk around the house, if you have
carpet, hit a driveway or dress up and go outside to the mall, you can get in some practice and some shop at the same time. Lol Tawana: When people reach out to you personally for advice; what is the number one question they ask and what is usually your answer? Mr. Drew: The number one question is how do I begin. Before I answer I take time to learn more about them, what they think they know and how long they have been modeling. I usually advise them to get to know some of the models in the industry who are doing the right things (I usually give them a few names). I’ll ask her what events are in their area and network with them. Then usually I’ll ask if they thought about model management and tell them to research Queen Size Model Management. Tawana: If you had the opportunity to change three things about the industry what would they be? Mr. Drew: 1 – there would be a criteria that would have to be met before someone would be able to call themselves a model. There are too many ladies using the term “model”; some took a few pics, some did a couple castings and others just don’t know where to start but already saying they are a model. 2 – I would do away with height requirements; I believe we are hurting ourselves by not having equal competition across. It makes us no better than the straight industry. I have some short models that are better at runway walking than the taller models. We can all learn from one another and we can also stifle our industry if we keep rejecting models through categories. 3 – I would unify the plus size industry so that there is a level of quality that must be met; be it shows, pictures or events. There are too many people doing different levels of work and this kind of hinders our growth. As an example, if I reject a photo for the magazine (and I tell all models why we don’t use their photo) because it is not a professional photo or it doesn’t reflect the level we need to be on par with the straight industry someone else will publish it. Now that model has learned nothing because she can go elsewhere and use that same photo, the site or magazine for publishing that photo now has taught models there is no level of what’s not acceptable IF you are trying to attain a position as a model for any top brands.
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Tawana: Based on your talks with some of the models; what do you think that models are not being taught by their management or agencies? Name three of the most important. Mr. Drew: 1 - I don’t think they are being taught about branding themselves in a positive light on social media and in person. 2 - How to conduct business. Some of the models need to understand it’s a business and the street slang isn’t going to cut it. How can you say you want to represent Lane Bryant, Ashley Stewart, Torrid, or do commercials but you speaking “street” when discussing business? 3 – General etiquette: saying Good Morning/Evening or Night when starting out an email, text or phone call. When out at castings I know everyone wants to social but let’s all be cognizant we are in a business establish and it reflects poorly on us and the organizers of events who may not be allowed to return. 4 - Reading information thoroughly before asking questions or showing up for events. Tawana: I have a few other questions that I was asked to address in my interview with you. Lol. The first was what do you do for fun? Mr. Drew: I’m a big kid at heart so I play video games, watch movies, play pool or just relax at home. Tawana: Do you ever sleep? That was another question that I was asked to address. Lol Mr. Drew: LOL yes I do sleep, It’s not the required or recommended 8 hours but I try to squeeze in a few winks. Tawana: I thought this one was a rather interesting question; what is the one or several, things that will cause a model to steadily spin their wheels in mediocrity? Mr. Drew: Not listening to advice from their peers, not being coachable, (there is a difference between asking
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for advice to seem coachable and actually following through and acting upon the advice given), asking questions. And I don’t mean just something to benefit them even though that’s the goal, but I mean being genuinely inquisitive. I understand everyone is different but I find it hard to believe that in an industry with so many moving parts models are only concerned with their next shoot, selfie, pretty outfit or being published. Understanding not all publicity, photoshoots, websites, postings are for the better, yes we have to start somewhere but ask yourself this, “if you don’t respect your brand and take yourself seriously then why should anyone else”? Tawana: Why did you choose the Plus Size Industry? Mr. Drew: Well I came into the industry working in a plus size magazine, plus I like a challenge and there is plenty of room to grow and build something great here. Tawana: What is the first thing you would tell someone who is thinking about modeling or being a model? Mr. Drew: I would say, get a pen and a pad, be inquisitive and learn the ins and outs and the why behind everything. There’s more to the industry than taking pics, if you cannot model for whatever reason then find your niche. Maybe you can do makeup or hair. Find out about the industry from a business standpoint. The more versatile you are the better chance you have of succeeding. Tawana: Where do you see yourself in the next five years when it comes to the magazine and management company? Mr. Drew: I see us as a company becoming a household name. I see our models living their dreams. I see success for the magazine and the management company.
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LOLA CAMPBELL PHOTOGRAPHER | RICK JONES OF RJONES PHOTOGRAPHY MUA | RAVIE THE BEAUTICIAN BABE
Lola Campbell has always loved taking pictures and dressing up because when you look good you feel good. Sexy is in how you feel not look. Lola’s dream of being a model comes from her wanting to be a positive role model. She describes herself as caring, loving, compassionate, and dedicated; all great attributes of a good role model. She wants to spread the word that we all are beautiful just the way that God made us. Lola has a beautiful smile and a great personality and is always promoting positivity. What she has found is that women don’t want to compliment other women due to their own insecurities that they have within themselves. Lola is confident in whom she is and what she has; she has no problem telling a woman, regardless of her size, race etc., that she looks beautiful or is dressed very well. She understands that those few words can change a person’s life. “You have to love the skin you’re in and love yourself first; that’s why I want to be a model to let people know that you can achieve your dreams if you work hard and to love yourself and be confident.”
MODEL STATS
Height: 5’7” Bust: 38 DD Waist: 35” Hips: 45” Dress Size: 14 Shoe Size: 9 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown
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BEAUTY AND FASHION
ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT| DUANE JONES
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Duane Jones, originally from Youngstown, Ohio, is a fashion photographer currently headquartered in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He has dedicated the past decade of his life to serve others through photography. In 2005 while working in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina as a financial services manager, Duane began learning photography at HGTC under the instruction of Gene Ho. After two years in Myrtle Beach, Jones was transferred back to Fayetteville, North Carolina the place where he graduated from college with a degree in marketing.
From that point he really began to work on building his talent, stretching his creativity and networking hard with all the numerous fashion professionals from the area. In 2013, Jones was solidified as one of the go to photographers in town. For the last two years, Jones has continuously worked on his brand by building. In 2014, he expanded his brand by adding Swank Fashion Magazine to the fold. This magazine was created to open up opportunities for rising fashion professionals.
Towards the end of 2014, Jones began to ponder on more ways to help the fashion and entertainment world. On 1/1/15 Duane launched Jones Entertainment Marketing Firm (JEM Firm). This full service marketing firm was designed specifically to help assist new and existing businesses with branding, marketing, event planning & coordinating, photography, video, all graphic needs, social media consulting & implementation and much more. Jones has huge plans including: increasing his client base, traveling to work more, celebrity photography and mentoring.
Duane Jones IG: @jemarketingfirm TW: @jemfirm www.swankfashionmagazine.com
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LESHIA MUSSINGTON PHOTOGRAPHER |DOUG SWAIM A Caribbean beauty of Dominican/ Antiguan descent, Leshia Mussington was born and raised on the beauty island of St. Croix in the U.S Virgin Islands and wanted to be a model since the young age of 5. Later in life she attended college to pursue her Business Management Degree and in the midst of this she took a chance to live out that childhood modeling dream. She got her first experience on the runway for the Art of Curves Fashion Show. Soon after that she worked as an intern with the Art of Curves and Volunteered for the first ever Full Figure Fashion Week in New York. This is where she learned the behind the scenes of what it takes to put on and run a show. Those experiences inspired her to continue to confidently hone her skills as a proud plus size model. Since then she has done showcases such as Fashion on the Hudson, DC Fashion Week, Inaugural Fashion Show, Maryland Fashion Week, Latin Fashion Week NY, Baltimore Fashion Week, Curve Rock Fashion, Plus Night Out, Caribbean Fashion Plus in Trinidad and Full Blossom’s Face the Sweet Fashion Show and a magazine editorial. She did her first plus apparel photo shoot for designer Veronica Lipscomb’s Tru Diva Designs. Upcoming work will include District Of Curves D.C. and Fashionlink V.I. Fashion Weekend in the U.S. Virgin Islands. “This journey I have been on has allowed me build some professional relationships with many industry professionals. I hope in years to come to boost my industry profile and become a more prominent force in the future of the plus model community.”
MODEL STATS
Height: 6’0” Bust: 41” Waist: 35” Hips: 46” Dress Size: 14 Tall Shoe Size: 13 Hair Color: Dark Brown Eye Color: Dark Brown
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BUSINESS
TONY HANNAH-DENNIS AKA SIMPLY D Tony was born in Whiteville, NC and as a young child he and his family came to reside in Philadelphia. Tony was part of the Philadelphia school system and even as a child found his love for music. Tony plays the percussions and has served in the church for many years. He has been a percussionist for 15 years. His love for music has lead him down many paths, not only serving as Open Conversation’s Radio Host – Simply D, has many talents, Public Speaking (Events: Philadelphia Freedom & Youth Study Center) Modeling – Distinguished Gentleman (DPC Collection), Acting (Movie: Rane Dance) DJ (Event: Matthew Muhamad/Metal Weight Championship). Tony served in the U.S. Navy Military Forces and with 2 years of service left with an honorable discharge. He is a family man and the proud father of 5. He also has some college experience in Nursing. Tony’s personal interest and passions are: mentoring children, helping others by volunteering with foster kids and feeding the homeless. Counselling victims with drug additions and serving as a sounding board to assist married couples. He enjoys Writing Poetry and he is actively working on a book. He is a sportsman and loves Football and Basketball. Tony has an extended background of 25 plus years in Security and 10 years as a Sous Chef. His security detail highlights include: The Dalia Lama, President Bush Jr., Vice Present Biden, Colin Powell, Lisa Ray, LeBron James, Carmello Anthony, Mark Wahlberg, and R. Kelly to name a few. As the co-host of Open Conversation Tony has been inspired by Steve Harvey, and one of his favorite quotes by Steven Harvey is: “Failure is a great teacher, and I think when you make mistakes and you recover from them and you treat them as valuable learning experiences, then you’ve got something to share.” As a man, a leader and person with the desire for change, Tony is inspired by Malcom X, and one of his favorite quotes by Malcom X is: “I’m for truth, no matter who tells it. I’m for justice, no matter who it’s for or against.”
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ENTREPRENEURIAL SPOTLIGHT TONY HANNAH-DENNIS| BY TAWANA BLASSINGAME
Tony wants to be known as a person who is dedicated to helping others and creating positive change.
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Tawana: Now when are you finding the time to be a Sous Chef? Tony: That was a past life, I’ve worked in restaurants and food stores. If I named them they would be places you know.
THE INTERVIEW Tawana: Tony, I have heard so many great things about you. One of the things was that you are a very hard working man. This is one thing that I know for sure about you because it has been crazy catching up with you. LOL. What do you do in your spare time? (If you have any. Lol) Tony: Funny you should ask. I don’t have a lot of spare time however when I do I spend it with my best friend, manager and my babe Alysia, along with her kids and mine. This is something I’m just starting to do. Lol Tawana: How did you happen to get into doing radio? Tony: I had a role in a movie and one of the producers and a friend. Told me about this product they were starting. A talk show called Open Conversation. They wanted to know if I would be interested in doing it. After about a year of social media and youtube we took it to radio. Tawana: Word on the street is that you model as well. How did this come about? Tony: Well the one who makes, and along with me, designs my clothes asked if I would model for them and I said yes. Prior to that I had done some modeling before, but on a small scale, so I wasn’t a stranger to it. I believe in helping people make their dreams come true. At the same time helping me activate my own. Tawana: The strangest thing about your many ventures is that you say they were all birthed through your love for music; but they are all so different. Can you take us through the chain of events that bought you from the beginning to current? Tony: Yes my love for music has prepared me for bigger things. I’m a musician a percussionist I also used to rap . So performing has always been in me and has lead me to where I am now. Tawana: I see you have guarded and protected many important people. At least I know who to call on when I need some protection. Lol. What was your most dangerous assignment working security?
Tawana: It must drive the ladies crazy when you tell them you do security and you are a Sous Chef; you can protect them and cook for them! I guess I should just go out on a limb and ask what the ladies want to know; are you single? Tony: Not anymore! I really wasn’t looking for anything. After my third marriage didn’t work I was kind of done. But one day God led me to the one. I knew as soon as I saw her she was (tag) it. Lol We are having fun and enjoying each other. We are not thinking about getting married but are both all in and in love with each other. Alysia is my babe! Tawana: That is wonderful. Congratulations. What is your specialty as a chef? Tony: I enjoy doing things with seafood. I’m also a sauce man; I get creative when I’m in the kitchen. Now I can make a seafood salad with tofu and no seafood. You wouldn’t be able to tell the difference. Tawana: Now since you are a football lover I am just going to ask. What is your favorite team? (psssst say 49ers. Lol) Tony: lol funny I work for the Eagles but I wear Black and Gold all day baby! Steelers Nation! Tawana: Booooo!!! Lol. On that note Tony, let people know where they can read more about you and hear your show. Tony: Every Thursday 6 to 8pm Open Conversation is on Heat 100 radio it’s a free app on your phone or go to Internet radio and search. Also on UstreamSadiorllc, on Facebook every day for group chat. YouTube see past and current shows. Or Catch US IN YOUR Community. Tawana: I appreciate this a great deal. Keep up the good work sir; this was an honor. Thank you. Tony: Thank you I really appreciate it. God Bless! Peace
Tony: That would have been security of dancers. The ladies who dance at clubs always seem to have stalkers. Lol Tawana: Yea, I can see that. Lol. Are you still doing security? Tony: Yes I just did a detail for the Dalai Lama two weeks ago. I’m sure I will be busy when the Pope comes and also with the Democrats convention.
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JO-ANN WINTER PHOTOGRAPHER |CARL TUITT, MODERN PHOTOGRAPHIX Jo-Ann was born and raised in a South American country by the name of Suriname (formerly known as Dutch Guyana). She migrated to Brooklyn, New York at the age of 12. She was able to learn the English language rather quickly and graduated from her Intermediate School with Honors. Jo-Ann graduated from Murry Bergtraum High School with a Computer Science degree and was the only student out of hundreds of classmates who was selected to become a part of the CUNY Honors College (now known as Macaulay Honors College) at Lehman College in 2005. At Lehman College, Jo-Ann earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and a minor in Spanish. She is currently pursuing her Master’s Degree in Accounting and Information Systems at Queens College. Jo-Ann loves to travel, meet people from various ethnic backgrounds and to learn languages (she is currently fluent in Dutch, Dutch Creole, English and Spanish). She also loves to play and watch sports and just staying active. As a former track and field sprinter and thrower, she helped her team to win 3 CUNY Athletic Conference Championships, which brought out her competitive spirit. Jo-Ann is currently pursuing a modeling career due to her love of taking pictures and expressing herself in front of the camera.
MODEL STATS Height: 5’9” Bust: 36” Waist: 33” Hips: 45” Dress Size: 14 Shoe Size: 11 Wide Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown
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Traces Of My Pen By: Amanda Tucciarone
Before The Night Ends Listen to slow songs with your eyes closed.
Smash some fruit with a baseball bat.
Walk beneath the rain without an umbrella.
Hell, smash some eggs too while you’re at it.
Express your love with paint.
Teach your kids how to dance with that giant teddy bear they just had to have and never use.
Scream out all of your angerAnd Cry away your sadness.
Blast the music in the car and don’t turn it down at the red lights;
Go for that bike ride around the block that you’ve been avoiding.
Or buy the sound effect CDs and drive around making weird noises to freak people out.
Eat that last piece of cake and not care what anyone thinks.
Point at the car when you see the Drivers Ed cars out;
Laugh about how you used to eat glue in elementary school.
Just kidding don’t do that because they will follow you
Throw some glitter in the air and watch it tumble down-
And they will report you for something way out of line.
Don’t even think about cleaning it up for a day or two;
Try on EVERY-
Just let it sparkle in the sunlight through the window.
SINGLE-
Eat some chocolate for no reason.
Thing
Buy some ugly looking shirt from the store and give it to someone-
In your closet for absolutely no reason what so ever;
Because, why not?
I mean who’s gonna know anyway?
It’ll make both of you laugh.
Buy an evil clown costume and scare the hell out of your ex best friend at her new job,
Sneak in candy to the movies instead of paying $5 for a bag of M&Ms. Have a paper ball fight in the middle of the dining room. Pile each and every couch cushion on top of each other and jump off of them like you’re sky diving. Build a fort out of pillows and blankets and put on a show.
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(With permission from management of course which you get because they don’t even like her working there because she’s a terrible employee.) Make a scrapbook of those childhood memories you won’t ever forget, Regardless of how bad you want to. Attempt some origami for whatever reason
people do that for. Mess around in a coloring book and draw… OUTSIDEOf the lines instead, Because you’re not getting graded on it so who cares how it looks. Make some confetti out of old bills or receipts that you can’t stand to look at anymore because your husband failed to do anything about them. Buy a slingshot and shoot some stuff because you’re an adult and can do what you want. Take a seat on top of the refrigerator; Build a snowman out of fake snow because it’s July and you want to be different. Write a short story for your kids or for your neighbors’ kids. Volunteer somewhere. Donate something. Say something.
Try to do something for yourself today or for someone else who could use a break. Surprise someone just because it’s Tuesday. Write a lullaby for the newborn baby next door that won’t stop crying at 3 o clock in the morning. Don’t stop until you’re about to fall asleep. And when you do, When you’ve finally done all that you can do; Lie down and stare at the ceiling for no reason. BE grateful for the things you have and for the things you can do that others may not be able to. STOP slumping over ridiculous little things. DO big things in life; Just because… PLEASE. Do things for the people who can’t.
Scream something out loud.
SAY what you wanna say about things without fear-
Sing something softly to yourself.
DO what you want to do.
Maybe even sing your dog a song because cats don’t like anything fun.
LIVE your life the way you were born to.
Eat ice cream out of the carton
DO what makes you happy regardless of how weird some may think it is.
Or eat something else if your lactose intolerant.
BE happy.
Stop being sensitive about things you can’t control. Be thankful you’re alive today. Tell a stranger hello.
BE happy for the people around you, BE happy for your loved ones. BE happy for YOURSELF and love YOURSELF with no expiration date.
Give a person hope today.
Do what ever it is you feel that you want to do,
Hug someone who means everything to you.
And do whatever you can
Tell that someone you love them;
Before the night ends.
Just not your English teacher though
Do it while there’s still a little bit of time left.
Because that might be a little bit awkward.
Do it before you change your mind.
But if you like being awkward and you don’t care,
DO IT:
Then go for it.
Before the night ends.
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DANIEL EDWIN ORTIZ PHOTOGRAPHER | ANNETTE JIMENEZ
Daniel Edwin Ortiz is a 30 year old Gemini Welder by profession, currently a foreman for an architectural Metal and Glass company; which is a job that he loves to do. Daniel is currently the Top Male Model and Mr. Ambassador Title holder for Plus Size Diva/Stud Magazine (PSDSM) Int© 2015. As a Model Daniel has been featured in many Fashion Shows such as the New York & Connecticut Fashion Week. He has also photographed with some of the top photographers in the industry. But his passion for Modeling is to show men with low self esteem, that we are all handsome in our own way, and that being a stud isn’t just looks, it’s having character, morals, self respect, loving yourself and others; but most of all knowing your self-worth. Daniel has been modeling for about a year now and has excelled with his experience with PSDSM Int.©. Daniel has even done Male Pageantry and is currently in an all Male Calendar. Daniel was recognized by the New York State Senate with a certificate of achievement as he has used his modeling career as platform for community service. “Showing others the path to righteousness is my way of paying it forward.”
MODEL STATS Height: Suit: Shirt: Waist: 37 Inseam: 32 Chest: 40 Weight:
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