Name: Kelsey Noyes |
Nationality: American
Agency: Profile Models
Age: 20
Kelsey Noyes. Photograph: Justin van Vliet
How did you become a model?
I submitted pictures to a mother agency in Miami that has two photographers who work I really admired.
Who is your favourite designer?
Marc Jacobs.
What do you wear on your days off?
I really like cut-up band t-shirts, skinny jeans and combat boots.
Kelsey Noyes. Photograph: Justin van Vliet
What book, movie or song means the most to you?
I really like the book The Shack by William P Young and A Million Little Pieces by James Frey.
Who are your heroes in life?
Joshua Foer who wrote the book Moonwalking With Einstein about the capabilities of human memory.
Kelsey Noyes. Photograph: Justin van Vliet
What is your present state of mind?
I’m very content and happy traveling the world, doing what I love, and meeting new people.
What is your idea of happiness?
Hiking, disconnected, watching the sunrise and enjoying nature.
How would you like to be perceived by others?
As my true self, I’d rather be perceived based on how smart I am than my looks.
If you were not a model, what would you be?
I’d want to work for an organisation that helps people, like Project Mañana which helps underprivileged children.
What advice do you have for other models?
Definitely take advantage of any opportunity you have to travel.
by Justin van Vliet
All photographs: Justin van Vliet