Back when CV NorthWest Magazine was starting, we put out an ad for promotional models, ladies who would attend our events as ambassadors for our Mag, our business partners, and our lifestyle events. Well, we NEVER thought someone as great as Chantell would answer the call. One of our Founding DVa's, Chantell's beauty and personality were everything we could hope for in a DVa. After attending several events, we lost her to her busy and successful modeling, acting, and as it turns out, singing endeavors! And now, she's moved on to LA to pursue her dreams in the City of Angels. Well, CV NorthWest caught up with Chantell and carved out some time in her busy new life to update us and let us know how she's doing!
What got you started in modeling? What sparked your interest? I had honestly never thought about modeling until one day I was shopping at a mall and someone approached me about doing some work (promoting and shooting) with him and his company. Of course I turned him down, thinking he was a scam artist. Six months later I was working at the same mall, and the same man approached me again with the same offer, not remembering he had talked with me previously. I informed him that he had in fact been turned down by me once before, and he proceeded to say that since he talked to me twice about it I should seriously consider it. Long story short we set up a shoot and I ended up posting the photos from the shoot on my Facebook page, making one of them my profile picture. An agent saw the photo and asked me to come in for a meeting, so I did and I was signed on the spot. :) About a year later I became a freelance artist and added acting, promoting, and singing to my resume. (I have sung all my life though in many various choirs, and in the shower.) ;) I have now been freelance for the last 2 1/2 years or so and I love it! Were there other interests before modeling? Growing up I always wanted to become a cosmetologist; doing hair, nails, and makeup. :) It has come in handy knowing a thing or two in this industry! Who, if anyone, inspires you when you work? My inspiration comes from so many people and places!! When I'm acting Audrey Hepburn is my idol and inspiration, and reading has really helped me with my acting as well. I've always been an avid reader; delving into other people's lives and views on the world is fascinating to me. Becoming other people while I'm acting is like a new exciting adventure every time. Most of all my fans, friends and family inspire me in everything I accomplish and strive for. They are the backbone of my