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Hello! Konnichiwa!

My name is Kasumi Shimizu.

I am the LA Manager and Head of Marketing for MyEliteModels
www.myelitemodels.com/kasumishimizu

 

model.
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PUSH promotional model representative
Marketing representative for Dumbbell productions.
“Gimmie Girl” for Gimmie Guy promotions.

student.
Graduated Spring ’11 with a Bachelors in Communication Studies and Minor in Marketing.

 

Kasumi’s mission:

The Problem.
Have you ever felt insecure?
Wanted to be someone else?
Lacked in confidence?

I am no exception.
Growing up I never connected to any of the girls in the media.
I did not look like them and they certainly did not look like me.

I hardly (if ever) saw :
–an Asian girl in the media
–a tutorial for single eyelid make-up
–someone 5’5′ or shorter (besides Kate Moss) walk in a major fashion runway show
–a model/celebrity that WAS NOT super tall and ultra thin

 

Fighting back.
that was discouraging…. But I didn’t give up.
I was not going to wait for someone else to make me feel better.
“I” wanted to take action and make a difference.
I’ve learned to appreciate myself and feel confident with what I have to offer.

No one has every thought of me as “model” material,  I was not one of those girls “discovered” and brought to the industry.
I created my own path and encourage others to do the same.
After a hundred “No” answers, it only took one “Yes” to get me where I am today.

I am not passing judgment on whether or not it is right or wrong to follow beauty trends.
I am simply suggesting that women (and men) should feel comfortable in their own skin and not feel pressured to change (i.e. plastic surgery) because they do not fit popular beauty molds.
I also believe that today’s culture narrowly accepts very few forms of beauty, that very few people can live up to!

We must be open to different ideas (not ideals) of beauty!

elco

19 Responses to “Home”

  1. Josh says:

    The site is looking good! Keep up the good work, not to mention the beautiful pictures. ;)

  2. Drake says:

    finally a feedback box again. I like the pink scheme. It looks nice

  3. Drake says:

    you need to smile much more.

  4. 彌淨法師 says:

    交友~我很愛妳.又狠想念妳/

  5. 彌淨法師 says:

    希望能夠連繫~又可以愛妳/

  6. redcherrypie5 says:

    *suddenly it quiets down*
    the stunning driver and the beautiful model next to her being to listen careful
    *theres an awe and an ooh*
    sudden they exchange glances
    *radio turns up*
    “just the wayyyyy you are”
    goodtimes :)

    I love how your ideas are unique unlike lots of models you go for standing out in the most unique way, and thats what gets you places so stay true to yourself and remember your standards! you mentioned that its okay to ask as many questions as i’d like so i ask you this whats the codeword? hahahaha <3 <4 <5!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  7. robert says:

    i truly believe that Asian women in the United States are quickly becoming the most sovereign. As a whole Asian women are extremely intelligent, ambitious, and beautiful. These are the three main characteristics that give women like You, and most other Asian women the power to some day completely rule this country.

    Take note in the rise of Asian Females on T.V. shows, in movies, playing the lead role. Fashion models, rightfully so, are again more and more of Asian descent. The rise of Asian women as C.E.O’s, M.S.O’s, of many companies, and more are now business owners themselves, with Americans working for them.

    i tip my hat to You and all other successful Asian women. You are truly great role models for the others in this country.

    i sent this with great respect for You Madame Kasumi.

    Sincerely, a great andirer of Yours, robert

    • KS says:

      Wow! That was truly inspiring Robert. I really took ever word to heart and really appreciate the time you took to write!! Thank you!
      xoxo KASUMI

  8. robert says:

    Madame KASUMI ; i’ve had the honor of seeing Your Flickr page as well as photos posted by another excellent photographer…..i must say wonderfully done ! You are a very talented young Lady. You truly are a pleasure to follow. You are most impressive in every aspect.
    Again my hats off to You. Keep up the hard work. i believe that nothing can stop You to obtain Your goals, if You really put Your mind to it. Thanks for allowing me to share my thoughts with You and the rest of Your followers.
    Sincerely, robert

  9. Drake says:

    you should update more often

  10. Franklin says:

    Hello, Miss Kasumi, I have the honor to tell you I like your site also you have a great talent, honestly I have no words to describe your excellent work, keep it up I congratulate you, you are pretty and beautiful :)

  11. T.Brown says:

    Ms.Kas, beautifullu well said. :-)

  12. Julio Cesar says:

    Senorita Kasumi,

    Your website looks amazing!!! not to mention your pictures
    I have been a long time fan but im finally getting the courage to
    express how much I like what your doing, keep working hard
    youve come so far and I can tell your gonna go places.

    頑張ってください

  13. LEO K says:

    HI KASUMI, FIRST THANKS FOR THE ADD ON AS A FRIEND. YOU HAVE A GREAT THING GOING ON HERE WITH YOUR MODELS. I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST AND YOU ARE VERY BEAUTIFUL AND SO HOTT. DO YOU HAVE A BOYFRIEND? LOL

    • KS says:

      HAHA thanks Leo! I’m really flattered<3
      I do spend a lot of time and energy trying to make this site as best as I can but for you to take the time to message really makes me smile<3
      Thanks!

  14. anonymous says:

    will be in riverside this weekend… reply back if you wanna hang out…

  15. Josh says:

    The site is looking better than ever. Keep up the good work! :)

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