Name: Miss Benilda D. Ethnicity: Puerto Rican Location: Panama City, Florida Height: 5’5″ Weight: 127lbs Stats: 34B-25-36 Occupation: Gogo dancer, freelance digital designer Major: Digital Design Website:http://www.miss-benilda.com
Describe yourself in three words.
Quiet, friendly, ambitious
What trait do you like most about yourself?
I like how i don’t take crap from anyone. If I don’t like something, I say it. I don’t let people walk all over me.
How long have you been modeling, and how did you get started?
I’ve been modeling since 2003. I started when my mom put me in modeling/etiquette classes in Puerto Rico to help with my self-esteem and confidence.
What are some of your modeling highlights so far?
I was a semi-finalist in Maxim’s 2009 Hometown Hotties contest. I’ve had the opportunity to travel to different cities, and modeling has helped me get into the gogo dancing scene.
What do you do for fun?
I love to travel! I’m always driving somewhere in my Scion.
What is your best beauty secret?
Ha, ha! I don’t have one! I’m lame.
What are some of your upcoming projects?
Well, I’ll be re-designing my website again soon, and I’ll be traveling a lot more this coming year, so stay tuned!
Do you have any advice for aspiring models?
Just be yourself. Someone somewhere is going to like you and book you, but also expect to be rejected a lot like I have. Either way don’t let it get to you. When one door closes, another door opens.
Why do you love 12VSpotlight?
The lights are really cute and convenient
Do you have any closing remarks?
I just wanna say thank you to all those have have supported me and have followed me all these years. I’d be just another girl without all of you. *hugs everyone*
How did you get into light graffiti?
After I experienced an installation of Pipslab (NL), the pioneers in interactive light-writing – In 2003, I was asked to take photos of well-known Berlin graffiti Artists Akim & Zasd during their light-performance in 2005. For them it was just a one-night session, but for me it started to become passion. As there are no rules and boarders regarding the photos/films you can produce with little efforts, it’s a perfect thing for working actively offline. That’s when I started in 2005, together with my friend Nash, on photographing longtime-exposure shots with lots of experimental concepts. Today I combine all skills of multimedia to get my imaginations and concepts visible.
Describe your work/style in three words.
Analogue/digital, urban, conceptual
Who has influenced you and your work?
Vaserely, Picasso, Pipslab, Akim
What are some interesting projects you’ve worked on?
Showcase for Sony alpha Camera 2009
Interior-designs and the art direction for Tresor Berlin with my crew “The Core” since 2007
1st International lightwrite festival in 2009
Hugescale mappings at TresorM, space for contemporary art and music
What are some of your upcoming projects?
Development of our studio/institute Schaltraum (http://www.schaltraumberlin.com) – a unique space for digital arts, conferences and multimedia-purposes
A China-tour with showcases and lectures at universities this autumn
A Documentary film about Detroit’s techno roots
An international light-writing book
Do you have any advice for people who want to get into light graffiti?
Go out, and get active. Make yourself a concept, integrating your ideas in urban environment. And for sure – less is more.
Why do you love 12Vspotlight?
It´s so mini and bright at the same time that I can always take it with me in my pockets.
Who do you want to give a shout out/ big ups to?
Big up to my crew “The Core,” then to Tresor, especially Dimitri, who always supported me in my projects. Thanks!
Photographer Credit: Tofa | Chris Noelle
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Model Spotlight July 2010 - Tanah Combs
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Car Spotlight - July 2010 - 1956 Chevy Pickup
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Light Graffiti Artist - June 2010 - Aaron Bauer
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Name: Tanah Combs Ethnicity: I’m a mutt – Irish, Sioux, Hun, and German Location: Whitestown, Indiana Height: 5’4″ Weight: 104 lbs Stats: 32B-25-37 Occupation: Safety Coordinator Degrees: B.S. Safety Science, pursuing M.S. in Occupational Health and Safety Website:http://www.facebook.com/tanah.combs
Describe yourself in three words.
Fun, passionate, nerd
What trait do you like most about yourself?
Fearlessness – I love to attempt new things, and I’m not afraid to embarrass myself in the process.
How long have you been modeling, and how did you get started?
I’ve been modeling since I graduated high school in 2004. My mom entered me in a beauty pageant (my first one!) when I was a senior, and I won a modeling contract.
What are some of your modeling highlights so far?
August issue of Fashion Wrap Up with TAVIK Swimwear and MadrinDesigns, CYPHAN spokesmodel, Miss World’s Fastest Drummer, WNDE Sports Girl, and working with LadyLash are my favorite highlights.
What do you do for fun?
I love doing anything outdoors – rock climbing, hiking, metal detecting (the nerd thing), and swimming are my favorites. I also read, try new recipes, and decorate when I have time.
What is your best beauty secret?
Coconut water! Hydration, electrolytes, and potassium are major benefits from drinking natural coconut water.
What are some of your upcoming projects?
This is my busy season as a safety coordinator, but I’m still fitting in a few shoots and making appearances as a Zippo Hottie. The shoot I’m most excited about revolves around a woodland creature mask.
Do you have any advice for aspiring models?
Don’t show up late or be a no-show for an event or a photo shoot! Also, ask for references if you are unfamiliar with a photographer. If you can, have your own model agreement written up so that you know exactly what all of the language means before you sign.
Why do you love 12VSpotlight?
I love how the spotlight plugs into the cigarette lighter, so I can always have a charged mini-flashlight on the go.
Do you have any closing remarks?
Thank you, Abigail Michelle, for guiding me to 12VSpotlight.
Photographer Credits: Brian Logan, Michael Trace, Zack Isaac
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Owner: Bill Reimann Team: Reimann Racing – special thanks to JT Specialty Location: Boise, Idaho Make: Chevrolet Model: Pickup Year: 1956 Transmission: Turbo 350 Horsepower: Pushing 400 hp baby! Torque: estimated 350 – 400 ft-lbs Color of Car: Smurf Blue (or 1992 Chevy Electric Blue) Color of Spotlight: All of ‘em
Modifications:
Dropped 8″, 4 wheel red Wilwood disc brakes, independent front suspension, 18″ wheels in front, 20″ in back, 13.5″ WIDE! 350 engine with flowmaster dual exhaust, 12 bolt posi, bed sports new wood bed and under-bed aluminum 16 gallon gas tank. Interior has Lokar shifter, Dakota Digital Dash, Momo Steering Wheel, Bench-bucket seat from Dodge Dakota… still no heater or A/C (robs too much horsepower). Custom Idaho license plate: SPTLGHT
How did you get into light graffiti?
I was living with a friend that was into spinning wool. He took me out one night, and that’s all it took. I was addicted! After joining Flickr.com, I was able to see what other light painters were doing and their technique. It’s amazing what’s out there in the light graffiti world. Different styles, different tools, different locations – it’s all inspiration!
Describe your work/style in three words:
Red, Green, Blue
Who has influenced you and your work?
Blaisone, Tackyshack, TCB, Digicord, Captain Blithering, Dinah!
What are some interesting projects you’ve worked on?
Collaborating with Blaisone. I had scouted an area by the White River, and it was three square tunnels side by side. Graffiti webbed inside and out of the tunnels and it was dark. A few bums had built a camp about 20 yards from the entrance to the tunnels. They had a nice little set up going on there. Blais flew in from Alaska in April. We drove down to the spot with a couple other people. We geared up with as many lights and equipment as we could carry and hiked down the steep inclines. A night of spinning wool and trying out my new light toys I had finished right before he got here. The pictures turned out great, and we all had a blast.
What are some of your upcoming projects?
I’d like to get to some caves in southern Indiana for some LP fun. Incorporate some strobe and a couple new light toys I’m working on.
Do you have any advice for people who want to get into light graffiti?
LED’s, wireless remote for your camera, and dark locations
Why do you love spotlight?
Spotlight is great. When I’m out taking photos and rummaging through my bag, I have a spotlight around my neck. When I am looking through the lens and figuring out my boundaries, I’m using my spotlight. They are small and powerful. You gotta love ‘em!
Who do you want to give a shout out/big ups to?
Blaisone, Dinah!, and TackyShack
Photographer Credit: Aaron Bauer
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