Patricia Velásquez
Creativity extends beyond images,
canvas, film, and media. It could also serve as the catalyst for philanthropy
and charity and activism. Award-winning actress, history-making supermodel an
uncompromising philanthropist, diligent activist, author, and loved mom
Patricia Velasquez applies an eternal imaginative spirit to everything she
does. It could be acting in blockbusters a la The Curse of La Llorona or
launching the Wayuu Taya Foundation and participating in the UNESCO Board. She
is a strong believer in intuition , and a pioneer of her own journey. She says,
"I see my career as a ladder." "I took every single step to the
top. It was truly amazing to do so, as there has been longevity. I just laid my
head down, taking one step at a time, and then never stopped." The imagery
is directly similar to an experience that is forming. Her birthplace was
Venezuela but was raised in France or Mexico. After only few years of living,
she chose to move to Venezuela. Parents who were employed as educators in South
America, moved her family into a cramped home with no water and no elevators.
To provide water for the unit, Patricia often carried heavy buckets up fifteen
steps. She tried to assist her family as much as she could, despite studying
engineering and a rigorous dance program. She was scouted to model in Milan and
her ascent to the top of fashion was contingent on a promise to her family and
friends. She recalled, "When they asked me if I wanted to go to Italy and
I said"If you can pay thirty dollars a month back home to Venezuela then
it's worth itas it will cover the entire building's water bills'."
Patricia's achievement was a major event in fashion because she brought
attention to South America for first time. After becoming "the first Karl
Lagerfeld model ever photographed", she went on to be featured in
editorial spreads as well as advertisements for the front of Chanel and Dolce
& Gabbana. The world was abuzz with her presence, she was a part of
Oprah and Ford Models' "Supermodel of the World" contests as well.
She also graced the covers of Vogue, Bazaar, Marie Claire as well as a variety
of other publications.
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