Behind the Scenes: Izzy Bowen

I have a confession to make.  With the Memorial Day holiday this week, I haven't been able to keep the days straight. So for all of you that checked out our blog yesterday and saw the post where I wished you all a happy Friday, I'm sorry.  Today I can actually wish you all a happy Friday! 

In this post we introduced you to one of our new faces, Izzy Bowen.  She recently shot with Dolls Model Management in New York City.  These behind the scene pictures are interesting because when you see the finished photos, you would not have pictured that this is what the set looked like.  That is the beauty of having a good photographer, like Timothy Rosado.  Timothy can create an incredible image anywhere, which is one of the many reasons we use him for our Dolls test shoots.  

We scouted Izzy in her native Colorado, and then she flew to NYC with her mom for her test shoot.  As soon as we got her photos out there, we have had some MAJOR designers clamoring to cast her.  We can't share names with you yet, but as soon as we can we will.  We have a feeling it won't be long though because our girl Izzy is going to be a major modeling force to be reckoned with!

Ali Stephens for Manifesto Magazine

We are loving these images from Ali Stephens' latest editorial for Manifesto Magazine.  The editorial is titled 10 Hours, but we love that it looks like it could be 10 hours from quite a few different decades.  Ali is one of our most successful Pulse Management discoveries, and it makes us happier than words can say that we are still have updates for you about her incredible career. 

MFW: Liz Kennedy for Les Copains

I was just looking through some pictures on style.com for some fashion inspiration and look who I stumbled upon,  our model, Liz Kennedy, in the Les Copains Fall 2015 Ready to Wear fashion show.  The show took place in Milan in February during Milan Fashion Week, the same week she walked the runway for Dolce and Gabbana.  Right now Liz is back in Minnesota enjoying some time with her family and friends.  I hope she's resting up because as soon as the fashion world gets done with their vacations Liz is going to be a very busy model again.

Behind the Scenes: Ashland in Tokyo

We posted last week about Ashland and Jen Wendlandt's arrival in Tokyo.  We are pleased to report that she booked her first shoot, and judging from these behind the scenes pics, it's going to be killer.  It is always fun to be able to look at pictures from the day of the shoot and then later compare them to the photos that they choose for the editorial. Don't worry as soon as the actual pictures from this shoot are published we will share them with you!  Keep up the good work Ashland, and enjoy Japan! 

Happy Memorial Day!

Happy Memorial Day everyone! We are so grateful to live in the USA, and for the freedoms we have because of the brave sacrifices of so many.  We hope you all have a happy and safe holiday.  These are some of our favorite American Flag themed photos of our models. Enjoy!

And She's Off!

Ashland Wendlandt, one of our newer models, just started her journey in Japan.  We sent her there on a contract that will both help her build her book, and gain a lot of experience in front of the camera.  Her mom, Jen, is along for the adventure.  We are looking forward to seeing a lot more pictures of Ashland's time in Tokyo, and we will keep you updated on her modeling out there.

Ashland upon arrival in Japan

First day at the agency in Tokyo

 Trying out some of the local snacks

Corey Scott and Ashley Graves in Hollywood

It is quite possible that the only thing better than getting back incredible photos of one of your models, is getting back incredible photos of TWO of your models.  This test shoot of Corey Scott and Ashley Graves on the California Coast is pretty much perfect.  They simultaneously look like candids of the most beautiful couple ever, but also like movie stills.  Great job guys, these turned out amazingly.

Tyson Bowerbank for Zumiez

Tyson Bowerbank is one of our Action Sports athletes and we are stoked to see his new ad for Zumiez.  Tyson was one of the top three finalists in last years Zumiez Best Foot Forward skate competition, and his video is definitely worth checking out if you haven't seen it already.  You can see the video of Tyson, and the other top three finalists HERE.  Tyson is one of the most talented skateboarders we have ever seen and we are proud to have him as a part of our Pulse Management Action Sports team.

Hannah Holman for Flair Germany

How stunning is the setting for Hannah Holman's editorial for Flair Magazine?  Flair is a German fashion magazine, and we love this editorial shot by Kerry Dean. We love seeing Hannah, who we discovered in a small town in Utah, in this editorial for a German magazine, that looks like it was shot on another planet.  We launched Hannah's career years ago, and we love that she is still working and booking major jobs.  In fact she just shot an editorial for Marie Claire in Berlin a few days ago.  We'll be sure to share it with you when it's published.

MAJOR MOMENT MONDAY: Liz Kennedy for ODDA Magazine

We can't get enough of Liz Kennedy in this editorial for ODDA Magazine.  The editorial is titled "This Woman's Work" and it showcases looks from the 2015 Womenswear Collections. In my opinion this editorial is successful because the photographer, Jacob Sadrak, kept the set simple so the clothing and Liz are the real standouts.  Sometimes the photos that look simple are the hardest to shoot successfully because you can't hide lack of talent behind gimmicks and props.  The pictures have to be staged and lit well, and the model has to be confident and comfortable enough to use just herself to showcase the clothing.  Liz has really come so far since we discovered her, and we are so proud to see the images she is turning out these days, because she is becoming an insanely talented model.

Andy Blunt

Most of you know us as model management, but we also manage action sports athletes.  Action sports are a passion of Pulse Management President, Stacey Eastman.  Where Stacey exceeds is finding crossover opportunities for the athletes within the fashion world.  One example of this is when we booked Andy Blunt, who we represented for a few different action sports, a campaign with Abercrombie and Fitch.  This is where we differ from regular model or sports management.  We exist and thrive in both markets.  We recently got the following message from Andy, and were so touched that we had to share it with you all.

"Stacey Eastman has run Pulse Management for years.  He got me the Abercrombie job back in college and quickly became a good friend.  He didn't get me the booking by sending me out on a million auditions or just sending my info out (though he can and does send his talents' info out to all of the important contacts).  He knew how to get me in front of the decision makers and got it done.   Since then Pulse has grown immensely.  Stacey is big-time and connected to all the right people to grow his talents' careers properly.  More important than any of that is that Stacey is a good man and great guy.  He's a father and family man, active LDS and all around is one to do the right thing be it with his talent or family and friends.  He is stand-up.  When I modeled he took care of me like an older brother would and looked out for my best interests.   He handles high-fashion models as well as action sports athletes.  In fact he represents a couple of good surfers.  He has family ties to San Diego and is a surfer, snowboarder and kiteborder.  He gets San Diego and those of us that grew up there and will get you and your boys immediately and knows the surf industry..." - Andy Blunt