Model Spotlight: Shantell

Each month LWKY media will feature a model making waves through the culture. Though the word "model" is used so often in today' world, there are still those who bring professionalism and and art to the craft. 

Name:  Shantell Washington

Age: 19

Where are you from? 

PG County, Maryland 

What got you into modeling? 

What got me into modeling was when I first cut my hair, it gave me the confidence to actually try it out. 

What’s been one of your favorite shoots and why? 

One of my favorite shoots was my most recent one with the Designer cartierart and photographer skull.lady due to the creative location and the clothing pieces I was modeling.

Who are some of your favorite photographers to work with? 

One of my favorite photographers to work with is someone from back home @Bigdawgsweezy

Do you have a preferred type of modeling you do? 

My preferred type of modeling is Streetwear.

Have you experienced any setbacks to your modeling career?

One limitation i’ve came across but overcame was when I got shot. Recovering physically and mentally was a big obstacle. 

Who or what inspires you?

Fashion is one of my biggest inspirations. 

What are some of your other hobbies?

My other hobbies are going to work and shopping which is a bad habit lol.

How do you feel social media has helped you grow your network and career? 

I feel like social media has helped me network tremendously. 

What do you feel sets you apart from other models?

I feel like my look gives me an edge that sets me apart from everyone else . From the hair to the tattoos i’m just unique . 

It’s always good to have more than one hustle, do you do anything else besides modeling?

I have two full time jobs bills have to get paid lol

What's a typical day like for you? 

 A typical day for me is waking up early in the morning sometimes even going in at 5 am to go to my first job at zara . After I get off from there I end up having to go straight to my other job at starbucks . I usually dedicate my off days to doing shoots so free time is a rare thing with me. 

Something about you people may not know?

My race is half Filipino half Black 

Many models have gotten their start on IG or Twitter and this has even led to the term IG model. What’s your opinion on social media as an self- promotion tool for success? 

 I feel as if people should do whatever works best for them promotion and networking wise regardless of what people think or label you as .