A behind the scenes of a kids sportswear shoot

Tonie Swain is a teenager from Alpharetta, Georgia. Throughout her lifetime she has always worked and been interested in the Performing Arts. She is an actor, singer and dancer. Tonie’s music ability was recognized by Music Producer, Izzy Gold in his New York Studio. Izzy worked with Tonie to produce and develop her first album, titled Rock, Pop and Roll. The album was a labor of love for Tonie.

Check out Tonie’s website here: http://www.tonieswain.com/ and her music video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPoJHSbjk28

Some pics of Tonie from her recent shoot with us:

 

 

 

 

1)  Q:How did you start in modeling and what type of work have you done in print?  Did you have good experiences with print work?
A: I started modeling at about 6. I was in a shopping mall and a talent scout asked me to join a modeling competition. Out of 600 contestants I won! I’ve done work for Macy’s, Belks, Getty, and international print. I love print work! I’ve had a great experience do far!
2) Q: What kind of video work have you done, and how was it different working on that compared to print jobs? A: I’ve been acting since a very young age. From theater to on film. Video work is much more involved when it comes to emotions. You’re not just a face. You’re emotions come out in your voice and body language.
3) Q: When did you decide you wanted to do music and be a performer? Where did you want to take it and why? A: I’ve known what I wanted since I was little. I was born to be in the entertainment industry. I’ve been singing since I could talk. Performing is my life. You get such a rush when you’re on stage, it’s a different world. My goal is to be on top of the music industry. I want to write, produce, and perform.
4) Q: How involved are you – songwriting, producing, singing etc- what instruments to you play? A: I try to stay as involved as possible. I would never want my music to represent anything but myself. When I listen to my favorite song and I can completely relate, I want to be there for someone else. I play piano and guitar and sing.
5) Q: How would you describe your musical interests/ influences/sound? A:I’ve been interested in the rise and fall of the classic blonde pop star. Im a big Britney spears and lady gaga fan! I’m currently working on a second album and it much more mature. It has a rock and blues sound.
6) Q: Tell us what it is like to work in NYC in a professional recording studio, with a professional producer- A: Best experience of my life by far. New York City is such an inspiring place and it’s so easy to write. The studio looked right over the Hudson and it was beautiful. I worked with producer Izzy Gold and he was an amazing mentor! He was very involved and truly helped me learn the ropes to the music industry.
7) Q: What advice would you give a young person that would like to consider making an album of music? A: Be yourself and don’t let anyone bully you into a sound or image that isn’t you.
8 ) Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 years? A: Graduating college with a Grammy!
9) Q: What do you like to do when you’re not modeling, acting or doing music?  What makes you happiest? A: I love dancing and kick boxing! I go to the gym with my girlfriends all the time. I’m also really into fashion, I go shopping way too often!

I love shooting kids, and this autumn I’ve worked with quite a few. I’m going to keep my eyes on these great young folks – who knows we may see them in a major motion picture or in an advertising campaign!

My assistant Dustin and I  (Thomas Fahey) made this video while shooting a commercial job Nov 2011 in Dallas Texas.

 

Varsity Dance 2012 BTS from thomas fahey on Vimeo.

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All the agencies have slightly different times and policies for seeing potential models to represent.  Atlanta Models & Talent (AMT)  is having theirs Friday Nov 4.  Just drop by the address below if you are curious.
 
AMT is looking for models.
Girls ages: 16-25, Height:  5’8-5’11, Sizes: 0-8
Guys ages: 16-25, Height: 5’11-6’2, Sizes:36-44L
 
Friday, November 4th
1p-4p—sign in from 1p-2p
3091 Maple Drive Suite 320  Atlanta, GA  30305
Please bring with you any photos of yourself and bring a great personality!!

Several models we have shot recently- I look forward to seeing these great girls in print, ad and video work! click on a thumbnail to see larger image.

 


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