The model ...
Mickey is a young student and aspiring model originally from California. He is a very charismatic and romantic guy who loves the beach. Mickey is a sports enthusiast but academics are for him equally important.
He was discovered by photographer Michael Anthony Downs last year and he has recently worked with one of our favourite photographers at Stunning Men, the talented Manuscript Photography, whose work we have featured several times.
Not only is Mickey a gorgeous sexy man but he has a personality to match. You won't find a sweeter more charming guy and it truly was a pleasure to interview him.
With his boyish great looks, lean toned physique and awesome personality, we will no doubt see more of Mickey in he near future, adorning billboards and gracing the pages of some top fashion magazines.
... the photographer
Manuscript Photography is based in Florida and New York, although he
travels widely to work with models of all types. His style tends toward
classical male portraiture with a modern edge. He prefers to shoot
during the day, using only natural light. Recently he has begun to
experiment more often with black and white, evoking a slightly vintage
feeling. He says working with Mickey provided him with an excellent
opportunity to hone his craft since Mickey is easy to work with, has
great taste, and is one of those rare models who looks good from any
angle.
Many thanks
to Manuscript Photography for their permission to use some of their biography
information and sharing these great photos and of course to Mickey for
accepting the invitation to be featured.
Manuscript Photography Facebook and Mickey's ModelMayhem page. Also make sure to visit and 'like' his facebook fan page!
All photographic copyrights to Manuscript Photography
Here's Mickey's interview in full
Mickey, welcome to Stunning Men and a big thank you
for taking the time to do the interview.
Absolutely! It’s truly an honour to be
considered for your blog!
It’s totally our pleasure Mickey! Well ... could we start off with
talking a little about yourself and your background?
Ahh
let’s see ... I was born in Santa Cruz, California and lived there until I was
four, my family and I then moved across country to Rochester, New York. I then
moved again when I was sixteen to upstate New York to attend a Prep School
that specialised in hockey. Hockey and Lacrosse were the two main sports I played
through high school and will be continuing on into college. Along with sports,
academics are an important part of my aspirations for the future as I received
a huge scholarship to college due to my high school GPA. I look forward to
playing high level collegiate sports and continuing on into the Honors Program
at my school in Boston.
And how did you get into modelling?
It was a unique and interesting way I must say.
It began with my friend Janero who pointed me toward ModelMayhem. That is where
Manuscript Photography found me and referred me to Michael Downs (both
fantastic photographers). I’m very lucky to have caught Manuscript Photography’s
eye and he really is the reason I was able to get into modelling. Mike has taught
me the ropes of modelling and how to further push my success as a model. His
work speaks for itself and the fact that he was interested in shooting me was a
shock in itself. It has truly been an honour to work with such great
photographers and I can only look forward to what the future will hold.
What do you enjoy the most about it?
I would
have to say seeing the finished product and how amazing the shots turn out to
be. But also searching for backdrops has become enticingly exciting (Mickey
laughs). Last time I was driving to a new location I ended up heading the wrong
way down a one way street ... Needless to say it was quite a ride!
Let’s talk about photoshoots
... how do you prepare for them?
I usually consume less food, keep a soft diet the
day of a shoot, and also only sip a little bit of water so it doesn’t saturate
my abdominal muscles. Minutes before the shoot I usually get a light workout in,
just to have a small pump in my muscles.
You have a great physique? Apart from playing hockey and Lacrosse, how do
you keep in shape and healthy?
Sports
have always helped keep me in great shape and I have also had some amazing
physical trainers to thank as well. I enjoy going to the gym whenever I get a
chance as I am always looking to build muscle for both modelling and sports.
Having a sweet tooth makes eating healthy difficult but I am working on it
(Mickey laughs again).
Since you mentioned the gym ... what are your top
three favourite exercises and why?
Squats
(great leg work out and very important for my sports). Weighted sit ups (trying
to start getting some real pop in my abs). Speed and agility circuits (this is
to keep my sports coordination keen and helps burn calories).
And what’s your best form of cardio?
Ever
tried ice skating? Ridiculous leg and glutes workout and the cardio is amazing;
in the winter I like to go out on the lake or to the Olympic oval and skate
miles.
Now how do you keep motivated?
I know
that building muscle will not only help in modelling but excel my athletic
ability. Collegiate sports are very competitive so it is important to stay
motivated.
How do you fit training and fitness into
your life? Is it a difficult thing to achieve?
Miraculously!
(More laughter) I’m currently working for both Ralph Lauren and Hollister while
modelling and trying to squeeze the gym in. During the school year it will be much
easier as I will be in the gym for sports anyways.
I have to say that you are a very good looking guy ...
Thank You!
... what do you think is your best asset?
Well in consideration of humility, I don’t really
like speaking about myself, but I’ve been told I have “bedroom eyes” so I think
I will go with that! (Mickey laughs).
I won’t argue with that! Now if you could change one thing about your
body, what would that be?
Height, height ... and some more height would be
nice.
How do you approach a challenge?
Tenaciously, I love challenges, both physical and mental. I
love building my brain as much as I do my body.
Do you have any role models? People who inspire
you?
Of
course! It’s important to look up to people or be inspired by them, it helps
you strive for greatness. My parents really inspire me to follow my dreams. I
also look up to a lot of athletes who are so talented and humble. Modelling-wise
I would have to say Greg Plitt, just a sensational model and motivator and
incredibly well spoken.
What
do you do in your down time?
Sleep,
that’s all I have time for now. But if I do get a free minute or hour or day I
love going to the beach!
Now a few quick fun questions if we may? Do you
think you are a good date?
I’d sure
like to think so! (Mickey laughs) I’m a romantic and very charismatic so I love
making people feel comfortable and laugh.
What do you think is the secret to a good
relationship?
Trust, by
both people, which seems increasingly difficult to find these days.
Are you a brief man or a boxer kinda guy?
Both,
depends on the situation generally but it’s never bad to have options.
What do you listen to on your iPod?
Everything
and anything; I love music. I have everything from rock to rap to pop to
country to jazz. John Mayer is probably my favourite artist though.
Your favourite song/piece of music to play while training/running?
I like
rock and heavy techno when I train. Current favourite would have to be Starry
Eyed by Kap Slap.
What kind of movies do you like?
Pretty
affluent on movies too as I like almost every genre; I’m a pretty big fan of
Channing Tatum, I think he is a great actor and his work ethic is incredible.
What can’t you live without?
Watches,
I love wearing watches, I truly believe they make every outfit!
You wouldn’t know, but I’m very good at ...
Racing, I
love fast cars and pushing them to the limit. I also enjoy working on them,
especially my 2011 wrx!
I’m just not very good at ...
Rocket
science, tying a bow tie, and politics! (Mickey laughs)
What’s the best thing ever invented?
I mean
the cell phone is really rather handy! (More laughter)
What three words describe you best?
Tenacious,
loving and generous.
One last question Mickey, where do you see yourself
and what would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
I would
love to be the CEO or VP or a very successful business, maybe married with a
nice family, and finally, driving along the coast of California in a Lexus LFA.
Mickey, it
has truly been a real pleasure to interview you! Thank you for your time and
for being a good sport. All the best for the future!
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