Roxy Vanderbilt
Age: 23
Sex: Female
Location: Rochester, IN
“I’ve always felt as if I were made for modelling, but I feel as if I can make it as an actress if the opportunity ever arrives.”
“I had told my agent that I was interested in working in theater, but I guess he misunderstood and sent on an interview for working in a theater. At first, I was going to apologize about the misunderstanding, but when I learned about the project to revitalize The Times Theater, I decided to accept a job there while waiting for my big break.”
“My position is as a public relations/spokes-model for The Times. I am very excited to contribute to the goal of reopening the theater as a community arts space that would benefit everybody and increase exposure to the arts in our beautiful town. The fact that the theater could one day feature live performances that I could be a part of is also a plus.”
“Things can be kind of slow at work, so I like to read, listen to music, and have even dabbled in writing to pass the time. I also practice ‘shamatha meditation’, which is also known as ‘stillness meditation’. With so much stimulation coming at us at all times, I have learned to appreciate stillness as a way to keep my focus and my sanity.”
Zelda Zigfield
Age: 25
Sex: Do I have to pick only one?
Location: Rochester, IN
“When I say I ‘get around’ its not to say I’m cheap, or loose; I was born in Shanghai, and lived in New York City before settling in Northern Indiana. There’s a difference between being ‘well traveled’ and being a slut.”
“Being able to hold a perfect pose for as long as is needed isn’t just a skill, it’s an art.”
“I have a favorite quote: “When you don’t dress like everyone else, you don’t have to think like everyone else.” Iris Apfel said that, and she’s right. We are all unique individuals- it’s not like
we were mass produced in some factory; we should dress like who we think we are!”
“I don’t really have any hobbies. Being fabulous is a full-time job, and I take it very seriously.”
“I tend to gravitate towards gigs where I can let my uniqueness shine. My pale complexion really does wonders for colorful hairstyles and daring, stylish fashions.”
“I’m not a fan of being objectified, but every model knows the thrill of booking a job and feeling everyone around them start dressing them with their eyes.”
“New York City is obviously one of the fashion capitals of the world, but there is so much
competition. I got tired of being just another small fish in a big pond, so I decided to move and be the big fish in the small pond.”