Teen Model Vanessa Graham

While young, I am determined to pursue a hobby, if not a career, in modeling. Although I most enjoy posing for artistic photography, I also work for designers and do runway modeling. I run an annual fashion show at my school as well as participate in it; this means I do runway modeling that includes junior's fashion, prom fashion, and theme fashion.

Enjoy my pictures! Click on them to enlarge. UPDATED: 11/6/2009

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FIT-TEEN: How do you stay in shape?

VANESSA: Although I do occasionally indulge in sugary treats, I try to keep my diet healthy and well-balanced. I go on leisurely walks, participate in high school P.E., and stay fit by practicing karate. In the past I have participated in such activities as gymnastics, ballet, club and school soccer, and karate instruction.

FIT-TEEN: Do you have a specific daily fitness routine?

VANESSA: Due to a constantly shifting schedule, I do not keep a regular daily fitness routine. However, if I find time during the day I like to do varying sets of crunches, push-ups, lunges, pull-ups, etc.

FIT-TEEN: At what age did you start exercising or being active?

VANESSA: I have been active since I was in kindergarten. Thanks to my parents' enforcement, I was actively participating in at least one sport at all times from my kindergarten to my eighth grade year. For the past few years I have exercised on my own time..

FIT-TEEN: When did you want to become a model?

VANESSA: I began to take a serious interest in modeling about one year ago, when I started to realize how many people suggested the idea to me. I looked into it as a hobby at first, and am just beginning to transition into a part-time job.

FIT-TEEN: What are your hobbies?

VANESSA: Some of my hobbies (other than modeling) include skating, playing guitar and piano, art, reading, and writing poetry and prose.

FIT-TEEN: What's your goal(s) for the future?

VANESSA: In the future I hope to major and pursue a career in psychology. I also aspire to become a professional writer, and acquire a part-time career in modeling.

FIT-TEEN: What advice would you have for other girls who want to model?

VANESSA: Modeling takes a great deal of ambition and motivation. You really have to be proactive if you want to go anywhere. My advice for others who wish to model would be to sincerely want it, and to pursue it actively. A career in modeling doesn't just come to you; you have to go after it.

FIT-TEEN: Thanks Vanessa! Look for a lot more exciting stuff from this model!