MODEL AGENT|AGENCY: Kelly Elmore|Major
IMAGES|John Tan
CONCEPT|STYLING|CASTING|John Tan
MODEL|Paul Craddock|Major
Special thanks to Kelly Elmore and the men's board at Major; Paul for conversing with JTC in Mandarin during his visit!
JTC CASTING|VISUAL TALES
Age|19
Hometown|Point Pleasant, New Jersey
(Lived in Orlando, Florida)
How did you get discovered?
I send my photos into the top 10 male agencies listed by www.models.com
What were you doing prior to modeling?
Studying international relations and working as a makeup artist
People would be surprised to know that I...
am somewhat fluent in mandarin chinese
What's your latest obsession?
Bargaining in Chinatown
Your most prize possession?
My relationships with my 3 older sisters and best friend, Jennifer
Growing up, who did you look up to as your hero?
An intergalactic bounty hunter named Gene Starwind
When is the last time you said "I Love You" to someone?
To my mom, Rhonda today...
Three adjectives that best describes you...
Describe your personal style
Simple—I like color, any kind of thick boots—some vintage, some designer and love boat neck shirts!
Your favorite place you have travel to
Beijing's art district
Your favorite film
Let The Right One In
Favorite scene: When Eli rescues Oskar by mutilating the pursuers!
Your favorite sport or sports figure
Sport: Volleyball
Team: University of Hawaii
Player: Jade Vorster
If there's a destination or item you would recommend us to check out or visit about your native country/city or town, what would you recommend?
Orlando, Florida—Go to "Little Saigon", they have the best Pho at Pho88
Your favorite song/artist
Que-Veux by Yelle and Hang With Me by RobynWhat is your wish for 2012?
To forget about all of the pressures and do what I truly love to do. Taking risks and living my one life however it maybe
MODEL AGENT|AGENCY: Kelly Elmore|Major
IMAGES|John Tan
Age|22
Hometown|Amsterdam, Netherlands
How did you get discovered?
Walking down South Beach, Miami on holiday with my parents a few years ago
What were you doing prior to modeling?
High school and I played bass in a local rock band
People would be surprised to know that I...
am a huge nerd when it comes to video games. I used to be really shy until I hit 15/16 years of age, after that, I forced myself into learning social skills!
What's your latest obsession?
My on and off girlfriend! Can't live with her, can't live without her!
Your most prize possession?
Leather jacket my dad gave to me and a ring from my mom
Growing up, who did you look up to as your hero?
Russell Brand. He's so full of shit! I love it!
When is the last time you said "I Love You" to someone?
This morning, when I kissed my girl goodbye!
Describe your personal style
Eclectic. Mom's old jeans, H&M, Dior Homme to huge fur coats!
Your favorite place you have travel to
Hong Kong—I lived there for almost 10 months, modeling and promoting clubs in Lan Kwai Fong district in HK
Your favorite film
Pulp Fiction
Favorite scene: "English, motherfucker, do you speak it?"
Your favorite sport or sports figure
Sport: Snowboarding
Player: Mike Tyson—He does his own thing and doesn't let anyone slow him down!
If there's a destination or item you would recommend us to check out or visit about your native country/city or town, what would you recommend?
Amsterdam, Netherlands—Cheese, Dutch's cheese is the best in the world! (Gouda, Edam, Old Amsterdam). I always take 2kg's of cheese from back home with me when I travel!
Your favorite song/artist
Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen
Your greatest moment in modeling so far...for you
Shooting near the Gobi Desert—we were shooting 2.5km high on a mountain!
What is your wish for 2012?
Continue to be successful in modeling!
MODEL AGENT|AGENCY: Kelly Elmore|Major
IMAGES|John Tan
Age|25
Hometown|Northhamptonshire, London, England
How did you get discovered?
Working at a construction site, took a lunch break, followed for a while, then bang! Mr. Clarke (Elite London) asked me the big life changing question!
What were you doing prior to modeling?
Carpentry and chasing big money!
People would be surprised to know that I...
can bust a move as smooth as casanova or I don't have a proper education!
What's your latest obsession?
New York City
Your most prize possession?
Eminem music collection
Growing up, who did you look up to as your hero?
My dad and the character in Scarface!
When is the last time you said "I Love You" to someone?
To my lovely daughters, Bella and Emily...everyday!
Three adjectives that best describes you...
Describe your personal style
Classic gangster, a mix of New York and English
Your favorite place you have travel to
New York City
Your favorite film
Flight Of The Navigator
Favorite scene: When the ship flies, amazing!
Your favorite sport or sports figure
Sport: Football
Team: Manchester United/Arsenal, Barcelona and Real Madrid
If there's a destination or item you would recommend us to check out or visit about your native country/city or town, what would you recommend?
London, England—Visit The Queen and Buckingham Palace—the place is nuts!
Your favorite song/artist
My favorite artists: Eminem, Frank Sinatra, Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley and Meatloaf
Your greatest moment in modeling so far...for you
Getting signed to my very first fashion show, DSquared2...love Dean and Dan!
What is your wish for 2012?
For my family to be secure!
MODEL AGENT|AGENCY: Oscar Garnica|ReQuest
IMAGES|John Tan
CONCEPT|STYLING|CASTING|John Tan
MODEL|Dale Toogood|ReQuest
Special thanks to Oscar Garnica and the men's board at ReQuest; Dale for his frank conversation and sharing his family stories with JTC!