EBN #30 Nominee Model Alexandra Van Zeelandt

Written by Crystal Walker

Ms Alexandra Van Zeelandt, has been working so hard in this world of entertainment! Coming from Brooklyn, NY, Alexandras' eye for of life was opened very early. At 12 years old, she moved to Franklin, TN. Dealing with such a dramatic change of scenery, Alexandra managed her time wisley. Around the age of 14, she dabbled in the universe of modeling. Very young, she decided against it. She felt something more, more than just being a model, but still didn't quite know. Coming froim a strong family, her mother would tell her how she could do, and be anything she wanted to be. Alexandra was the only person who could elliminate Alexandra from accomplishingnher dreams. Having a height of 5'5, in the modeling industry, is something that could quickly put doubt in any models' mind.

But when one person has so much charisma, passion, drive, and self motivation. Nothing will hold you back. Alexandra has that and then some. She used her height to intrigued others. Studying classics photos, while learning angles, she made herself a creative creature of art. Working in the world of entertainment Alexandra endured allot. Working as a actress, and a model as well, people would think of only dealing with pressures of auditions. Alexandra had to deal with the cattiness that came from other models. Throughout all the back talk and scrutiny she had to endure, she always held her own, and never backed down. She knew if there was something she wanted, she could apply herself. in which Ms. Van Zeelandt did, her drive, passion, and dedication all became visible through her personality. Her career has been very promising and fulfilling over the years. She has landed many jobs, from Vogue Italian Magazine, which she was featured for 3 different issues. Alexandra has had pictures showcased in four galleries in the year of 2012, a jewelry commercial that was aired in AL, TN, and GA. Since 2013 Alexandra has finished 3 calenders. She has a small part in a Martin Scorsese film entitled, The Wolf of Wall Street". Also she is featured in the next magazine called Bachelor Pad, which should be out this Spring. With all of her success, Alexandra wants to use her experience to inspire new models and models already within the industry. She wants to instill how to not always believe what people have to say. She wants people to know that we are all a child of God, and we are who we are. Create your art and be the one to deliver. To stay updated on this actress/model her facebook link is facebook/alexandravanzeelandt Vote for Alex