Detroit-based models that you should be following right now

Amirror

@_amirror_
How old are you? ?841
Where are you from? Metro Detroit
How long have you been pursuing music and advocating streetwear?
I started messing with hip-hop back in high school by getting into battle rap, but after a while belittling others lyrically became mundane, and I eventually fell in love with the poetic aspect of storytelling in hip-hop. I’ve pursued that path for almost ten years. I’m releasing new material next month which is much more emotionally laden and harmonic over trap-fueled beats.

The culture of hip-hop is heavily ingrained in fashion, and I’ve always appreciated the ability to express myself visually, in addition to verbally. Like my music, my style echoes a darker grunge vibe while dancing on the line of modernity. I love sporting local Detroit streetwear brands and amplifying their span; nothing is more rewarding than pushing art.

What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
Being named a Detroit trendsetter last year by HOUR magazine was a straight up honor. Also, being contacted by local brands to rock their gear is a great feeling. My goal in music is to reach a broader fan base and simply have my words resonate deeply with others. My recent efforts spawn more from the heart and less from my cerebrum, touching on subjects common among everyone.
Photo by @matttttyteee88

Zoë Lewis

@zoeariell
How old are you?: I am 22 years old.
Where are you from? I am from Oxford, Michigan, but base my modeling work out of Detroit.
How long have you been modeling for? I have been modeling for over a year.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
Modeling has always interested me, but I did my first photo shoot at random and really enjoyed it. For now, it is a creative process, a way to express myself. I really enjoy creative modeling and portraits, and more recently getting into editorial and fashion work. Being 5’5 I am considered a petite model to most agencies but my goals, for now, is to just enjoy it and be grateful of the opportunities it brings me!
Photo by Dan Lippitt

Zoë Lewis

@zoeariell
How old are you?: I am 22 years old.
Where are you from? I am from Oxford, Michigan, but base my modeling work out of Detroit.
How long have you been modeling for? I have been modeling for over a year.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
Modeling has always interested me, but I did my first photo shoot at random and really enjoyed it. For now, it is a creative process, a way to express myself. I really enjoy creative modeling and portraits, and more recently getting into editorial and fashion work. Being 5’5 I am considered a petite model to most agencies but my goals, for now, is to just enjoy it and be grateful of the opportunities it brings me!
Photo by @jb.visual

Zoë Lewis

@zoeariell
How old are you?: I am 22 years old.
Where are you from? I am from Oxford, Michigan, but base my modeling work out of Detroit.
How long have you been modeling for? I have been modeling for over a year.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
Modeling has always interested me, but I did my first photo shoot at random and really enjoyed it. For now, it is a creative process, a way to express myself. I really enjoy creative modeling and portraits, and more recently getting into editorial and fashion work. Being 5’5 I am considered a petite model to most agencies but my goals, for now, is to just enjoy it and be grateful of the opportunities it brings me!
Photo by @the_vintage_witch

Bailey Murphy

@foolforfloral
How old are you? I am currently 20 years old.
Where are you from?
I've lived in Detroit for a little over a year now. I was born and raised in Lansing, but moved to Seattle, WA for a short time as soon as I turned 18. Seattle is where I started my modeling career.

Now, I shoot with a lot of wonderful local Detroit photographers, and I'm always looking to work with new people.
Photo by Adam Patrick.

Bailey Murphy

@foolforfloral
How old are you? I am currently 20 years old.
Where are you from?
I've lived in Detroit for a little over a year now. I was born and raised in Lansing, but moved to Seattle, WA for a short time as soon as I turned 18. Seattle is where I started my modeling career.

Now, I shoot with a lot of wonderful local Detroit photographers, and I'm always looking to work with new people.
Photo by @marsnoumena

Bailey Murphy

@foolforfloral
How old are you? I am currently 20 years old.
Where are you from?
I've lived in Detroit for a little over a year now. I was born and raised in Lansing, but moved to Seattle, WA for a short time as soon as I turned 18. Seattle is where I started my modeling career.

Now, I shoot with a lot of wonderful local Detroit photographers, and I'm always looking to work with new people.
Photo by @emcrombez

Shawana Spearman

@fashion_junkieeeee
How old are you? 23, I turn 24 on February 11!
Where are you from? Detroit, Westside to be exact!
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling almost 3 years and It’s the best thing literally that has happen to me!
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far? I have a lot of goals that I want to achieve but my primary goals right now is to do more editorial modeling, and to go out and travel there’s so much the world has to offer. One goal of mines is to start styling. I’ve been in love with fashion since 2009 (Freshman year of high school) to show people how to show their own style and not to look like everyone else (no shade)!

Another goal is to stop worrying less, and my last goal is to just get on top of my modeling game this year there’s so much I want to do with my career! One of my modeling achievements this far is working with one of my favorite photographers Trever J. Bennett he has been there for me with my career and he sees my visions and he’s truly gifted at what he does! I’m grateful for him! Another one of my achievements is just being blessed with this gift, I thank God and my mommy because I would have never thought I would have been modeling ever!
Photo by @philjestin

Shawana Spearman

@fashion_junkieeeee
How old are you? 23, I turn 24 on February 11!
Where are you from? Detroit, Westside to be exact!
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling almost 3 years and It’s the best thing literally that has happen to me!
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far? I have a lot of goals that I want to achieve but my primary goals right now is to do more editorial modeling, and to go out and travel there’s so much the world has to offer. One goal of mines is to start styling. I’ve been in love with fashion since 2009 (Freshman year of high school) to show people how to show their own style and not to look like everyone else (no shade)!

Another goal is to stop worrying less, and my last goal is to just get on top of my modeling game this year there’s so much I want to do with my career! One of my modeling achievements this far is working with one of my favorite photographers Trever J. Bennett he has been there for me with my career and he sees my visions and he’s truly gifted at what he does! I’m grateful for him! Another one of my achievements is just being blessed with this gift, I thank God and my mommy because I would have never thought I would have been modeling ever!
Photo by @jessicanosalphotography

Shawana Spearman

@fashion_junkieeeee
How old are you? 23, I turn 24 on February 11!
Where are you from? Detroit, Westside to be exact!
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling almost 3 years and It’s the best thing literally that has happen to me!
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far? I have a lot of goals that I want to achieve but my primary goals right now is to do more editorial modeling, and to go out and travel there’s so much the world has to offer. One goal of mines is to start styling, I’ve been in love with fashion since 2009 (Freshman year of high school) to show people how to show their own style and not to look like everyone else (no shade)!

Another goal is to stop worrying less, and my last goal is to just get on top of my modeling game this year there’s so much I want to do with my career! One of my modeling achievements this far is working with one of my favorite photographers Trever J. Bennett he has been there for me with my career and he sees my visions and he’s truly gifted at what he does! I’m grateful for him! Another one of my achievements is just being blessed with this gift, I thank God and my mommy because I would have never thought I would have been modeling ever!
Photo by @treverjbennett

Rosa Mia

@therosamia
How old are you?: I’m 25 years old.
Where are you from? I’m from the Indian Village neighborhood of Detroit – I lived there from 11-18 years old, then relocated to Midtown.
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling for about 6 or 7 years.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
My goals are to get bigger international projects and more commercial work, as well as get back into the music scene where my love of photography and then modeling came to be. My biggest achievement thus far in my work was being the cover model for Wilson’s “Tasty Nasty” album.
Photos by Erin Bobbitt

Rosa Mia

@therosamia
How old are you?: I’m 25 years old.
Where are you from? I’m from the Indian Village neighborhood of Detroit – I lived there from 11-18 years old, then relocated to Midtown.
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling for about 6 or 7 years.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
My goals are to get bigger international projects and more commercial work, as well as get back into the music scene where my love of photography and then modeling came to be. My biggest achievement thus far in my work was being the cover model for Wilson’s “Tasty Nasty” album.
Photos by Erin Bobbitt

Rosa Mia

@therosamia
How old are you?: I’m 25 years old.
Where are you from? I’m from the Indian Village neighborhood of Detroit – I lived there from 11-18 years old, then relocated to Midtown.
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling for about 6 or 7 years.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
My goals are to get bigger international projects and more commercial work, as well as get back into the music scene where my love of photography and then modeling came to be. My biggest achievement thus far in my work was being the cover model for Wilson’s “Tasty Nasty” album.
Photos by Erin Bobbitt

Justin Sansom (aka Model Giovanni)

@modelgiovanni
How old are you?: I just turned 24!
How old are you?: I’m from Oak Park, Michigan.
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling since 2014, so about 5 years now.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
One of my biggest goals with modeling is to positively impact others with my story and my craft. I use modeling as a form of self-expression & liberation. I want others to know that they can and should express themselves just as freely with any form of art. Another goal is to create and shoot concepts that you don’t often see men doing in this industry. This is why most of my work harbors more feminine energy. I try my hardest to think outside of the box that male models are stereotypically placed in.

My biggest modeling achievement thus far has been the growth and self-confidence I’ve gained over the years. I started modeling to break out of this timid shell I grew up in. Along the way, I’ve worked with some outstanding and terrible people, who’ve all contributed to teaching me some amazing lessons about myself. If it weren’t for modeling, I wouldn’t have learned so much about who I truly am.
Photo by @nomadic_madam

Justin Sansom (aka Model Giovanni)

@modelgiovanni
How old are you?: I just turned 24!
How old are you?: I’m from Oak Park, Michigan.
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling since 2014, so about 5 years now.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
One of my biggest goals with modeling is to positively impact others with my story and my craft. I use modeling as a form of self-expression & liberation. I want others to know that they can and should express themselves just as freely with any form of art. Another goal is to create and shoot concepts that you don’t often see men doing in this industry. This is why most of my work harbors more feminine energy. I try my hardest to think outside of the box that male models are stereotypically placed in.

My biggest modeling achievement thus far has been the growth and self-confidence I’ve gained over the years. I started modeling to break out of this timid shell I grew up in. Along the way, I’ve worked with some outstanding and terrible people, who’ve all contributed to teaching me some amazing lessons about myself. If it weren’t for modeling, I wouldn’t have learned so much about who I truly am.
Photo by @taylorcreadyphoto

Justin Sansom (aka Model Giovanni)

@modelgiovanni
How old are you?: I just turned 24!
How old are you?: I’m from Oak Park, Michigan.
How long have you been modeling for? I’ve been modeling since 2014, so about 5 years now.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
One of my biggest goals with modeling is to positively impact others with my story and my craft. I use modeling as a form of self-expression & liberation. I want others to know that they can and should express themselves just as freely with any form of art. Another goal is to create and shoot concepts that you don’t often see men doing in this industry. This is why most of my work harbors more feminine energy. I try my hardest to think outside of the box that male models are stereotypically placed in.

My biggest modeling achievement thus far has been the growth and self-confidence I’ve gained over the years. I started modeling to break out of this timid shell I grew up in. Along the way, I’ve worked with some outstanding and terrible people, who’ve all contributed to teaching me some amazing lessons about myself. If it weren’t for modeling, I wouldn’t have learned so much about who I truly am.
Photo by @q11photography

Amanda DiGiovanni

@italchicc How old are you?I am 21 years old.
Where are you from? Right now I am currently living in Shelby Township with my little sister.
How long have you been modeling for? One year.
Tell us a little about yourself:
I am an aspiring model, musician, and creative. I am dedicating this year to getting my name out in the industry, and hopefully finish writing the book I have been working on. Besides the arts, I am currently in school for Mental Health and Social Work, soon to be finishing up my associates and then transferring to a University. My end goal is to become a private therapist for children and young adults who suffer from mental illness and/or had rough upbringings. I would love to intertwine that with modeling, and music as well. My idea of success would be using my platform through music, modeling, and art, to help gain recognition on things I am passionate about- such as mental illness. It is a great balance and idea to be able to combine the two for a greater cause.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
Being able to collaborate and work with creatives in the Metro Detroit industry has opened so many opportunities for me. Through it all, I have worked in a music video with the Autumn King’s Band, been credited on IMDb as an actress after finished up a sitcom pilot called Vampartier, by Baronlemew Productions, and so much more. Last year I was approved and ran in the Inked Magazine contest as well, so it is safe to say that 2018 was a crazy and productive year. I cannot wait to see what 2019 has in store. My life motto is, “whatever you do, do it with love.”
Photo by Sean Forsyth aka @gut10me

Amanda DiGiovanni

@italchicc How old are you?I am 21 years old.
Where are you from? Right now I am currently living in Shelby Township with my little sister.
How long have you been modeling for? One year.
Tell us a little about yourself:
I am an aspiring model, musician, and creative. I am dedicating this year to getting my name out in the industry, and hopefully finish writing the book I have been working on. Besides the arts, I am currently in school for Mental Health and Social Work, soon to be finishing up my associates and then transferring to a University. My end goal is to become a private therapist for children and young adults who suffer from mental illness and/or had rough upbringings. I would love to intertwine that with modeling, and music as well. My idea of success would be using my platform through music, modeling, and art, to help gain recognition on things I am passionate about- such as mental illness. It is a great balance and idea to be able to combine the two for a greater cause.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
Being able to collaborate and work with creatives in the Metro Detroit industry has opened so many opportunities for me. Through it all, I have worked in a music video with the Autumn King’s Band, been credited on IMDb as an actress after finished up a sitcom pilot called Vampartier, by Baronlemew Productions, and so much more. Last year I was approved and ran in the Inked Magazine contest as well, so it is safe to say that 2018 was a crazy and productive year. I cannot wait to see what 2019 has in store. My life motto is, “whatever you do, do it with love.”
Photo by Sean Forsyth aka @gut10me

Amanda DiGiovanni

@italchicc How old are you?I am 21 years old.
Where are you from? Right now I am currently living in Shelby Township with my little sister.
How long have you been modeling for? One year.
Tell us a little about yourself:
I am an aspiring model, musician, and creative. I am dedicating this year to getting my name out in the industry, and hopefully finish writing the book I have been working on. Besides the arts, I am currently in school for Mental Health and Social Work, soon to be finishing up my associates and then transferring to a University. My end goal is to become a private therapist for children and young adults who suffer from mental illness and/or had rough upbringings. I would love to intertwine that with modeling, and music as well. My idea of success would be using my platform through music, modeling, and art, to help gain recognition on things I am passionate about- such as mental illness. It is a great balance and idea to be able to combine the two for a greater cause.
What are your goals, or what has been your biggest modeling achievement thus far?
Being able to collaborate and work with creatives in the Metro Detroit industry has opened so many opportunities for me. Through it all, I have worked in a music video with the Autumn King’s Band, been credited on IMDb as an actress after finished up a sitcom pilot called Vampartier, by Baronlemew Productions, and so much more. Last year I was approved and ran in the Inked Magazine contest as well, so it is safe to say that 2018 was a crazy and productive year. I cannot wait to see what 2019 has in store. My life motto is, “whatever you do, do it with love.”
Photo by Sean Forsyth aka @gut10me