Model Q&A: Ella Noir
Ella Noir | VIP Member | Verified Credits (40)
Where are you from? Where are you based now and do you travel for shoots?
I grew up in New York City and Baltimore, and I’m currently based in Louisville, KY. I travel to shoots all the time!
Who or what inspired you to become a model?
I always loved fashion photography and art. My favorite models are Emily Ratajkowski (she was actually born two days before me) and Edie Sedgewick.
How and when did you start modeling?
When I got my BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art, many of my artist friends would ask me to model for their assignments, from photography to makeup, hair, videography, and two runway fashion shows. That was around the time I heard about Model Mayhem and began to dream about a life of traveling.
What type of modeling do you enjoy the most?
I love working with talented, experienced artists, that have creative ideas. Shooting in an art studio always brings me back to my years as an art student.
What do you look for when deciding to work with a photographer?
A good vibe and professional mannerisms are important to me.
Which models or other artists currently inspire you?
I still love Emily Ratajkowski’s minimalist, all-natural style, and fine-art influence. My parents were also art teachers, like hers, and I was brought up going to gallery openings in New York City as a kid.
What would be your dream shoot?
Definitely a tropical island shoot!
How important is social media in your success?
I don’t have a whole lot of followers yet, and it definitely would help if I had more, so follow me if you like my work!
What else do you like to do outside of modeling?
I love to crochet, paint, draw, hang-out with friends, and find all the best vegan restaurants!
What’s the best career advice you can give to new models?
Try figure drawing from life- it helped me so much with posing!
Check out Ella Noir’s Model Mayhem portfolio to see more of her work. You can also follow Ella on Instagram.