Don’t be ashamed of how you look : Maddy Fellenz

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Where are you from, and how would you describe your life growing up?

Originally from Kentucky. Life growing up was different because my parents
were split and my dad was in the military so we moved around a lot. There were
times when I lived with him, and times where I was with other family members
such as my mom or grandparents. Lots of different cities and states.

How did you find your way in front of a camera, modeling?

It started when my older sister started getting into photography when I was
younger and wanting to take photos of me. I’m also a twin, so people wanted us to
take pictures together growing up for Newspapers and stuff.

What do you like best about being a model?

I like being in front of the camera and all the fun outfits, and places you get to go!
I’ll bet you’ve got a lot more going on, girl, than just a pretty face. Besides modeling

What is the most important thing in your life? Do you have any unusual talents?

I’m really good at trap shooting. I was actually on league from Junior high
through High school. I was also in Competitive cheer where we went to Nationals
in Florida, and were back to back state champions.

We all need support in life. Where do you get your support? What or who inspires you?

I would say I really get support from all of my family and friends. They are really
proud of me for doing what I’ve done for myself. As for what inspires me, I take
inspiration day by day to work hard so that I will one day be able to become a
Neonatal Nurse, because I really love helping people.

What do you think is the most challenging thing about modeling and what advice would you give to new models?

I think the most challenging thing is being confident in yourself, and how you
look and your body. Don’t be ashamed of how you look.

What is your favorite way to relax? What do you do for fun?

Favorite way to relax? Easy! I lounge at home and read a book or get trapped into
something on Netflix. And for fun- I like swimming, wakeboarding and tubingoh
and being on a boat is great!

You look amazing. What do you recommend for those wanting to keep in shape?

I think for me, constantly being involved in sports really helped me stay in shape.
Year round I was in some type of sport such as basketball, volleyball, cheer,
swimming. So yeah- mostly sports. Stay active!

What would you consider your strongest attribute? What do guys compliment you most on?

Definitely my smile!

What do you think is the best thing about a man?

Honestly? Personality. It’s not necessarily about physical looks, but about who
they are as a person.

Anything about your heritage, ethnicity, or nationality that you feel people would like to know?

I don’t know? Nothing super exciting but I guess the fact I’m german?

Please share something about yourself that may surprise others. What is the most
adventurous thing you have ever done?

I went ziplining and white water rafting on the colorado river when I was 17. It
was amazing! I want to be a Neonatal nurse. I want to be successful.

If you were in a magical machine that could transport you to any place and time
imaginable, where would you love to be? Why?

Disney Land in Florida when I was there for Nationals in cheer. I LOVE that
place!

Please share a guilty pleasure with us. Your naughtiest fantasy?

ANYTHING involving McDreamy from Grey’s Anatomy!

What’s one thing about yourself that everyone should know?

I’m extremely independent and I hate asking for help unless I absolutely need it.
Because of my childhood I guess it just kinda made me that way.

Do you have any favorite quotes that you would like to share?

“You can’t stop the waves but you can learn to surf” – Jon Kabar-Zinn

What does being published in this Modelz View magazine mean to you?

I am really shocked that my pictures are going this far- I did it just for fun and this
really was an awesome honor!