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"SIMPLY CECE"

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Welcome to my online portfolio. What about me?

My platform has been in Norfolk Virginia. However, I model mainly in the city of such as Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and surrounding Hampton Roads, Virginia area. With my first photo  shoot, I started in humble beginnings in 2010. My mother took my first photo on the porch. After posting that picture I went to a park and a friend took my picture with his cell phone.   Spiritually I am driven to be the best that I can be.  This and motivation from people on my feeds, encourage me to keep me on my feet.   How I stay on top of you game in this career? I look at my work and fix any areas I need to correct. That may be the poses I need to practice on or outfits I could have worn differently. Just compare and contrast my previous work?   Some advice about posting photos to new models, would be telling her to analyze her photos first. Post one picture at a time and see the feedback. Be patient and do not be anxious about anything, just like it says in the bible!  Mostly, how to handle critique, by accepting certain things you know you should work on ie. facial expressions etc. It's not the best feeling but I run with it and use critiques to my advantage.   Being in the Norfolk area, standing out is very challenging. Typically I just am myself. I do not try to blend in with the crowd. By being myself, I stand out. I am very religious. I just got back into the church. Not a lot of people in this industry talk about it, but I feel that alone makes me stand out! 

 I was asked: "Have you experienced anything that made you want to reconsider modeling? I went to a photo shoot where the photographer wanted me to shoot lingerie. Prior to the shoot we never discussed lingerie, neither did I agree with it. It made me think about how dangerous this industry can be.   What was your educational background? When I went to TideWater Community College. I studied nursing with a minor in business management. With nursing, I went as far as the second level. The third program was very competitive and there was one class that held me back. But I am still striving to get my education established.   How often do you take a break and dive fully into modeling? I just got my license as an insurance agent for the state of Virginia. I am also a full-time baker and I also assist and help my pastor at the church. At this, time I do not get to model as frequently as I use to.   What is your weakness when it comes to food? Definitely sweets, like cookies, and pie. I am around sweets all the time. My favorite is warm lemon pudding pound cake with the glaze on top.  How do modeling and dating work? It's very challenging. Just because I am a model people come anyway. I get lots messages in my inbox. It draws attention that I do not want. Since my last relationship, my only focus is on my relationship with God.   What advice do you have for others? I would say go in with caution. Know who you are and never lower your standards. There are some who would see your vulnerability and take advantage of you. Do not let anyone take value out of you. Come in strong and know your worth.   What are three things about you that no one would know without knowing you? 1. I grew up without a father 2. I was in a car wreck last year. My car flipped 15 times and I had to have surgery. That's what lead me back to Christ. 3. I am really a shy person. I am trying to work on that.   Do think of yourself as having an alter ego? When I model I go by the name Ce Ce. I have had that nickname since middle school. When I model I turn my Ce Ce. on. Christine is my other self.