Brad's Deals — by Unknown on

The other day my mother sent me an awesome website. She is obsessed with deal sites that offer you great deals on high end products and she came across Brad's Deals. Brad's Deals has a team that researches different shopping websites and finds the lowest prices on multiple products. If you're like me and online shopping involves like 10 different windows open at the same time to find out which site has a specific product the cheapest, Brad's Deals is for you. Its not a shopping site but a free service that will help you save tons on online shopping. They even have a section for online coupons. This website makes online shopping SO much easier its ridiculous. Definitely check it out here.
An example of how you can save on different name brand products:

Pink Beats headphones: orig. $99.99 Through Brad's Deals: $46 And that is one of the featured deals for today! So definitely check this site out!
Again, Brad's Deals is not a store, its a FREE service. They work to find which websites have name brand products for the LOWEST price.
Thanks for reading! -Casey :) 
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Spring-Summer '15: Beauty — by Unknown on

These past two days have been freezing and If you live in the north east you understand. I decided to stay optimistic and think of warm and happy things, like make up and warm weather! Here are a few beauty trends for the Spring and Summer seasons that'll get you hyped for the warm weather! S K I N

Barely there make up & glowy skin

I feel like this is a trend every year especially in the hotter summer months. Water proof mascara, a little bit of concealer, and a little bit of mineral powder foundation does the trick. 

I've never had a bad Maybelline mascara. In my opinion they are the best drugstore mascara for a low price.

I wear this foundation powder every summer. Powders work best in heat; liquids and creams tend to melt off your face. Plus, this powder is light weight and has great coverage.

I swear I'm not a spokesperson for Maybelline, but I do swear by this concealer. It has amazing coverage and lasts ALL day, without primer. The only thing about it is that its a little too dry for under the eyes.

This can easily be a dupe for Benefit High beam. You can find this and other No7 products at Target. They are a bit on the expensive side considering they are drugstore make up, but they are definitely worth a try!

E Y E S

Bright pops of color are fun and trendy. Blues, turquoises, or sea foam green. Be careful with pinks and reds, they can make your eyes look irritated!

Tenacious Teal

The staying power of these is amazing. You can use them as a base or as liner. All you need is a flat angled eye liner brush.

Sky High and Teal

NYC cosmetics is one of my favorite drugstore brands and one of the cheapest brands you can buy. I love their eyeliner pencils, they have a great variety and are great quality.

L I P S

Going a long with the barely there trend, lipstick or lip-stain is applied with a finger and gently pressed on. A range of colors were seen, from bright reds to natural pinks.

Everbloom

I prefer CoverGirl Outlast lip-stain to Revlon's lip stain. Its not only cheaper but lasts a lot longer.

Pink Pout

What Revlon lacks in lip-stain they make up for in lip stick. I love their matte lipsticks. Definitely where lip balm underneath!

H A I R

Loose waves = refined bed head. This look is easy to do if you have pin straight hair or curly hair (like mine). If you have a 2 in wide straightener and some argon oil you're good to go! If you want to read more about hair trends for SS15, read my post here. Begin with slightly damp hair. Put some argon oil on the ends. Let air dry and then add some straightener protector spray.

1. Divide hair half up/half down. Depending on the thickness you might have to do it in more sections like these.

2. Take small piece of hair and clamp the straightener down at the top as if you were going to straighten it normally.

3. wrap your hair around ONCE, away from your face.

4. You should easily be able to slide the straightener down the length of the hair.

5. Add some texturing spray (optional).

N A I L S

Negative space manicures are becoming popular. Definitely interesting and surprisingly easy to do.

Be sure to apply a clear base coat. Using a nail polish pen is a great way to create the negative space affect. 

I hope you're getting more excited about Spring and Summer. Only a few more weeks!

Thanks for reading, 

Casey

:) 

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30 Days Without Social Media — by Unknown on

I have been experiencing some issues recently, not knowing where to turn or who to go to. I have been feeling like I am going to lose everyone that I love my boyfriend, my career everything that is great and amazing to me. The truth is I have been told that I am self-destructive and I do not see this for myself.  I have been told this a lot of times  that I am self-destructive, and I do not see it.  Theres times when I am so depressed that I do not feel like getting out of bed, I don't want to do anything and its like what am I doing. Why am I doing this? I am over here making fake profiles because someone blocked me, spoofing calls pretending to be someone else that I am not.  We live in a world where we look for validation from other people on social media,  so I deleted ALL OF MY SOCIAL MEDIA APPS from my phone, changed my number, and told myself the only validation that I need is from my self and from god. I don't need validation from anyone else about what I am doing or who I am dating or anything like this.  Whether or not this person is telling the truth or not I am not looking for this at all. God will show the truth one way or another, and I believe since doing this it has made me pay attention to things that I never paid attention to before. I don't know how to control my emotions and   I get over emotional and when I do it causes me to do things that I don't mean to do and lose people that I don't want to lose. Being without social media and other things and separating myself from things allows me to work on myself mentally and physically and being ready for anything that comes towards me. I am a lot calmer and peaceful at mind so I decided to do a blog series 30 days with out social media  post to talk about my experiences and growth as a person. This is a journey that I really want to take and get ready for. 

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Nightmare [ A creative project ] — by Unknown on

Nightmare    A still of digital photos made into a video that looks like an early 1900s film still movie.    

  Hello everyone, Bianca here. The above video is a class project that I was working on and I think is great. I would love to hear from you guys with positive comments and feedback. It's a bit scary but I believe you guys can manage. Let me know what you think honestly of my creative process. This is my first project in my Digital Video class.   Bianca,   @BiancaDaModel            Post Sponsor Ad:

Styling With Sheila J " Spring Love part 2" — by Unknown on

So much Shade I dont even know what to do with it ! Spring Love Part 2 is featuring clothes from H & M and shoes from Spy Love Buy. Gotta love the colors dont you.

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Hair @hairanointing 

Photographer @andrewfennell 

Jean Jacket H&M

Dress H&M

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Bobbi Jo Kitchen Interview — by Unknown on

I have always been one to admire great work ethic. So meeting someone who not only shows that and is gifted at what they do. I love meeting them.  ITs like I am drawn to people that are genuine and real. Bobbi Jo is no exception and i love the fact that she  has done so much in her career. 

VIDEOGRAPHY LINKS

MTV MADE COACH - SEASON 12 , EP. 2 (BEN MCLARRY) "PERFECT BOYFRIEND"

http://www.mtv.com/shows/made/made-season-12-ep-2-perfect-boyfriend/1689185/playlist/

[2]

COMMERCIALS:

Milana Bra by Genie - Tristar Productions (lead role)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PJxhJLs4sM [3]

New Jersey Lottery "Eye Popping" Commercial

http://vimeo.com/35288370 [4]

National Gillette Commercial - BobbiJo Kitchen as principle

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-agrzLmRS98 [5]

Linda Strobert Photography & Model Service

http://video.turnhere.com/profile/refer/referral/af45ecd78224fea9045c7454d52976b5/

[6]

JBS Prive Hair Commercial: (international)

http://www.myspace.com/video/vid/49870901 [7]

KISS COSMETICS (Ruby Kisses) Webisode:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=biRZyM3rtd4 [8]

Ruby Kisses Cosmetics : Bobbi Jo Kitchen on Website & RK Beautymerical

video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFauVy0ROzE [9]

KISS Cosmetics Ruby Kisses Campaign Short:

Bobbi Jo Kitchen

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XN9vHOlLq2I&feature=autofb [10]

MUSIC VIDEO LINKS:

Most Recent -

R Kelly "Cookie" - Lead Speaking Role (2014)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9OhxEA5NHY [11]

Elle Varner feat J Cole "Only Wanna Give it to You"  Currently on BET

Bobbi Jo as Lead- (scenes w, Elle and J Cole)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqm35nwZzi8 [12]

Miranda Brooke "HATER" - Bobbi Jo as Lead Model in photo shoot scene

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlcLmoxa790&ob=av2n [13]

on MTV Jams and BET

Wiz Khalifa "No Sleep" Music Video (Bobbi Jo) as Lead

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObBoQ-jMTCA [14]

Check out Bobbi Jo in XV F.I.F.A

The Kid With the Green Backpack

Warner Bros. Records

.[Directed_by_Court_Dunn

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrWSRVLYcGo&feature=autofb [15]

Bobbi Jo on YOUTUBE: Also viewed on BET, MTV, and International

Most Recent (2014) - (29 Millions Views)

Shakira & Rihanna Parody - "Can't Remember to Forget You"

www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wFwYBPvYu8 [16]

(67 MILLION VIEWS) on YOUTUBE! Eminem Rihanna Love the Way you Lie

Parody

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dNryy5elc8&feature=fvw [17]

Key of Awesome Behind the scenes footage:  the Making of the (love the

way you lie) Parody (2 millions views)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxEQcMhxa4s [18]

Key of Awesome : Bobbi Jo mentioned in fan answers: (1.5 Million

Views)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxEQcMhxa4s [18]

29 Millions Views:  Bobbi Jo as LEAD in 50 cent “I get Money”

video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GO22Z0T3qPE [19]

4.5 Millions views: Bobbi Jo as Lead in 50 cent “ok your right”

video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3rdQnZ_mV8 [20]

350 thousand views: Bobbi Jo as Lead in Yung Buck video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDDV5798B-k [21]

18 thousand views: Bobbi Jo as principal

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxByNigrteY [22]

(56 thousand views):  Dj Suss One and Maino video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6agLqg8pvk [23]

GOOGLE SEARCH/ONLINE PROFILES:

(MODEL/ACTRESS BOBBI JO) OR BOBBI JO KITCHEN

IMBD:

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2984417/ [24]

LINKEDIN:

http://www.linkedin.com/in/modelactressbobbijo [25]

FACEBOOK.COM

http://www.facebook.com/#!/bobbijokitchen [26]

TWITTER.COM

http://twitter.com/#!/bobbijokitchen [27]

MYSPACE.COM

http://www.myspace.com/home#!/modelactressbobbijo [28]

Bobbi Jo 2009 Reel:

http://www.youtube.com/user/BluEyesEntertainment?feature=mhum#p/u/4/9OgsDH1vMOE

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BOBBI JO KITCHEN BIO:

An extraordinary beauty, Bobbi Jo exploded onto the modeling scene as

a lead in the Young Buck music video for the single “I know U Want

Me,” featuring Jazze Pha. As a model/actress, she has since been

recognized by artists and casting directors as a woman who definitely

stands out above the rest. Since appearing in the video, it has been a

non-stop grind for this charismatic, blue-eyed beauty, who has since

been spotlighted in magazines such as XXL Magazine, Source Magazine,

and Black Men Magazine, modeling Gucci and Saks Fifth Avenue with Trey

Songz. Known as the 2008 face for Coogi Clothing’s Women’s Line

re-launch, Bobbi has also been in music videos for Wyclef, Lloyd

Banks, Ray J, and Prodigy of Mob Deep. She’s received especially

large notoriety for her role as 50 Cent’s Baby Mother in his video

“I Get Money,” and her role as a Matrix Fighter in his “Ok,

You’re Right” video.

Raised in Brooklyn, New York by a single mother, Bobbi had to grow up

quickly and learn how to take care of herself at an early age.

Spending 10 years of her youth in foster care, she moved around a lot

during her younger years. It is particularly because of her rough

upbringing that she strives to succeed in whatever she does. At the

same time, she refuses to compromise her integrity and her standards.

With a Bachelors Degree in Media and Communication and an English

minor from SUNY Old Westbury College in Long Island, NY, Bobbi Jo

definitely believes that education is just as important as being

noticed in the entertainment industry. She does not consider modeling

as a last resort.

In an industry where many models are willing to do whatever it takes

to get ahead, Bobbi Jo insists that one must be selective in choosing

modeling jobs. There have been several instances where she has been

offered a project, but has chosen to politely decline because the

material wasn’t complimentary to her image. “It is important to

see the bigger picture,” she states.

When all is said and done, Bobbi Jo’s main objective, in addition to

advancing her budding acting career, is to obtain major make-up line,

hair product, and clothing line campaigns. Under her belt she

currently has a lead role as “Denise” in the Spike Lee directed

10th Anniversary Rocawear commercial, along with a lead role in The

JBS Prive “Urban Beauty Hair” commercial. JBS (Jinny Beauty

Supply) is a multi-million dollar company and leader in the ethnic

beauty industry, with distribution centers in Chicago, Atlanta, Miami

and Dallas. The commercial aired on a variety of major television

networks, including ABC, NBC, FOX, CW, and Comcast affiliates ranging

from BET, MTV, VH-1, BRAVO and Entertainment Television, to name a

few.

You may have seen Bobbi Jo as Rip the Runway’s First Professional

Winner of BET's Model Mission Show, or caught her feature in

“Notorious” in the director’s cut. She also played feature role

in “The Perfect Age of Rock and Roll” with Taryn Manning and Kevin

Zegers.

Bobbi’s compassion is what stands out most about her. She hopes to

one day play a major role in changing the lives of foster care

children by investing time in her community, and being a positive

female role model for younger girls who have similar goals.

Be on the lookout for Bobbi Jo's Feature in “Sex in the City 2”,

“Wall Street 2”, and as the face of Outré Hair Line’s 2010 hair

packaging campaign.

Most recently Bobbi J is in Seagram's Gin 2011 Calendar as Miss June.

She is the Face of Outre Hair Line 2011 National Calendar and also

featured in the calendar for the month of September. Currently Bobbi

Jo is modeling for KISS Cosmetics “Ruby Kisses”, having a Back

Cover ad in Upscale Magazine for the Line. She debuted her comedic

acting in a Parody for Eminem and Rihanna's "Love the Way you lie”

video while working with The Key of Awesome which received over 40

Million views on Youtube.com. Continuously Bobbi Jo models and acts

with Major clients ranging from make-up, hair, clothing, TV,

commercial and movies. She currently has a credited featured in the

Movie "The Perfect Age of Rock n Roll" on theaters and currently on

Video on Demand. Most recently Bobbi Jo landed a principal role in a

National Gillette Commercial and Finally joined the Screen Actors

Guild. She is consistently booking commercial and movie appearances

with her ambition and drive she is well on her was to her "Big Break"!

  Nowadays , Bobbi Jo is the proud Owner of her own Modeling Agency

Academy4Models established in 2013. As a full service model casting

and coaching company. With a mission to give aspiring models the tools

they need to find success and achieve their destiny in the fashion and

beauty industry. The agency offers comprehensive instruction to models

at all phases of their careers. With coaching services, taught by

qualified professionals, including Bobbi Jo, that provide the

knowledge and skills necessary to take a models career to the next

level. Such services include working with established photographers,

makeup artists and other glam squad members to provide aspiring talent

with a portfolio that will help them book the jobs of their dreams.

Her company provides aspiring talent with all relevant information

needed to be successful in the fast paced world of modeling.

Tell us at model savings a little bit about yourself?

Its a long list , I modeled for 10 years, I'm SAG -AFTRA, MTV MADE

COACH , 10 commercials, 25 music videos, over 100 photo shoots under

my belt.

BA in Media&Communications, Movies, Parody's etc. Im tired of telling

my story its Boring to me. lol. I am the CEO/Founder of

www.Academy4Models.com, a Casting and Coaching Agency created in 2013.

What is your inspiration?

My Mother Georgette is my inspiration. Even though I spent 15 years go

my childhood in Foster Care she instilled a relentless work ethic in

me. My mother is my motivation, I want to let he know that she did not

fail and I am proof of it.

The road to success has it been hard, what are some of the struggles

you had to go through as a model?

I don't feel like my road to success is complete, so I'm sure harder

things are to come. At times it had been challenging but every bit of

it was all worth it.

My struggles of abuse and mistreatment while in care were far more

challenging growing up. I started modeling while in college. Spike Lee

hired me as a production assistant and eventually put me in front of

the Camera making me SAG before SAG-AFTRA. 50 Cent also listened to my

story and treated me as a sister , making me a model for G-Unit Womens

clothing line and placing me in videos. If you check out the Yung Buck

"I know you want me" video you will see 50 cent and Yung Buck pick me

up in the air. That was my 1st video, 50 knew I was nervous and he

believed in me so he literally came up to me and Lifted me into the

air like I was a Queen. I will never forget that day.

What advice would you give to a model that is new to the industry?

Contrary to popular belief, women do not have to compromise their

integrity in order to be successful in the entertainment industry.

In the worst cases, just say "No, thanks". I would refuse an

opportunity if the client or nature of the job wasn't fit to my

standards.

I may have had to wait longer to get to the next level in my career

but eventually I got exactly what I wanted.

At the end of the day ,"You are well worth the wait".

I had NEVER Slept with anyone to get ahead in my CAREER! If Anyone

were to ask any member of G-Unit Records, Spike Lee, along with ALL of

the clients I worked with they will cosign the truth. So when people

TRY to say this , it is unfortunate because they will never be

anywhere near anyone of the Major Moguls I am respected by.  People

don't realize that the Big Wigs in the industry can be in

relationships with almost any beautiful woman, or man that hey desire

so, chasing after one simple model/actress isn't something they waste

their time on.

I would also tell new models to respect the craft. Watch and learn

before you ACT or CALL yourself a professional Model/Actress.

Your card will get pulled by a veteran. Professionals won't take you

seriously, and we take it as disrespect because you are wasting our

precious time.

What are some of the projects you worked on and are currently working on?

I have a TV Show Pilot with M2Media I am currently shooting. I am the

Main Actress in R Kelly's "Cookie" music video. (only speaking role) .

I was the MTV Made Coach of Season 12  Ben McLarry Episode. My resume

covers every genre except high fashion/runway.

Other then that I am casting and booking beautiful models everyday.

Getting them booked the jobs they deserve. Negotiating is my thrive.

(I previously sent my resume and links for you convenience , feel free

to add more credits.)

What inspired you to create your own agency?

I simply got bored of modeling. I knew I was very good at managing ,

since I managed my own career. Everyone would ask me when I would

start my own agency. I thought they were crazy, I also thought

everyone was crazy when they told me I should model. Go Figure! lol

My mentors, saw something in me that was undeniable. I started to

listen to their advise since they were the same people who gave me

previous opportunities. I just waited until I felt qualified for the

job. I realized I was ready to establish a LLC at the age of 27, so i

did.

Since model savings is a blog about modeling and saving money, please

tell us about a time that you had to save your money?

You must ALWAYS save your money if you are modeling, acting, or

whatever you do in life. Particularly in the entertainment industry ,

you never know when you will book your next job. The industry changes

everyday. You must also keep in mind that you can get hurt and be out

of work as well. I was never a really big spender so I always had

money on the side stashed. I did get stressed out when I moved into my

1st, 1 bedroom apartment in Williamsburg. I was paying $2,000 a month

at the age of 23yrs old. Boy was saving, it was a MUST at that point!

Where can the readers find you on social media?

Website: BobbiJoKitchen.com

Instagram: http://instagram.com/bobbijokitchen

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobbiJoKitchen

Twitter: @BobbiJoKitchen

IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2984417/

ModelMayhem: http://www.modelmayhem.com/2337827

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbijokitchen

Wikipedia:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Made_(TV_series - MTV Made

Coach  - June 6, 2012 Season:12- Episode:7 Ben McLarry

MTV Made: Full Episode Link -

http://www.mtv.com/shows/made/made-season-12-ep-2-perfect-boyfriend/1689185/playlist/#id=1689185

Thisis50.com: http://www.thisis50.com/profile/BobbiJo

Vimeo: http://vimeo.com/63519061

Everything on A4M Agency is:

Website: Academy4Models.com soon to be A4MAgency.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Academy4Models

Instagram: http://instagram.com/academy4models

Twitter: @academy4models

Email: A4MCastings@gmail.com

Bobbi Jo Kitchen

www.Bobbijokitchen.com

Owner of Academy4models

www.Academy4Models.com

A4Mcastings@gmail.com

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