Nadine Mazingi Modeling in FashionAFRICANA Photo Shoot

Hope Academy student, Nadine Mazingi, was given a special invitation, by Demeatria Boccella, to participate in the upcoming Fashion AFRICANA event as a model for a photo shoot with Mario Epanya.

FashionAFRICANA GLAMAZONIA
On December 8, 2012 FashionAFRICANA will present GLAMAZONIA, a photography exhibition paying tribute to African Beauty and Hairstyles by renowned Paris- based photographer Mario Epanya. In this exhibit, Epanya celebrates African ancestry and customs by highlighting his interpretation of the aesthetics and shapes used by African ancestors for ceremonial and special occasion dress. This glorious showcase of Beauty features over 30 images of Black women from contemporary full- color photography to vintage black-and-white images, celebrating the beauty and diversity of the Diaspora.

Nadine Mazingi’s Story

“I came with my family to America. My dad came first to the U S and then me and my family came. We came from Congo. It was so hard to come here as a teenager, because I didn’t want to miss my family, friends, and I thought learning to speak English would be hard. I know a little bit now but it’s still hard.
 
When I was in my country I always would buy fabric take it to people who sew clothes and I would watch them. That’s why I became interested in fashion. I like to sew clothes and other things by myself. When I was in my country I saw people on TV modeling their clothes. That’s why I love to model. Last year I went to the Warhol Museum and learned how to design clothes and walk on the runway at Youth Invasion. I would like to learn to be a better model. The things I like about fashion are that I can sew clothes, bags, shoes, hats, and I like modeling the clothes I sew.
 
It makes me feel great that I was chosen for the photo shoot. I love fashion and I have never gotten the chance to model in a photo shoot before. I’m excited for the fashion show and to have my picture taken. Thank you to Ms. Demeatria and Ms. Linda my teacher at Hope Academy.”