Patricia Velásquez
The creative process extends beyond the photographs, canvas or film, as well as the media. It also acts as an inspiration for charity, philanthropy and activism. Patricia Velasquez, an award-winning actress, history-making model who is a tireless philanthropist as well as an activist, and mother of two, brings an insatiable creative energy to all her endeavors whether that's appearing in blockbusters such as The Curse of La Llorona or launching the Wayuu Taya Foundation, and serving on the UNESCO Board. She is a strong believer in intuition and a pioneer in her own direction. "I think of my career as a lengthy staircase," she says. "I did every step to the top. It was amazing to do so, because there has been longevity. I wasn't able to stop moving. just kept my head down. This metaphor is a close resemblance to a formative moment. The author was born in Venezuela but was raised in France and Mexico after which she moved to Venezuela after just a few years. In South America her parents worked in the field of education. They relocated their family into an apartment that was without water and had no elevators. Patricia carried fifteen steps up using heavy buckets in order to supply water to the apartment. In between studying engineering and a rigorous dance program, she endeavored to help the family in any way that was possible. The opportunity to model in Milan and her ascent to the top of fashion hinged on a promise to her family and friends. She recalls that she was asked to travel to Italy to model for the fashion industry. "If I could pay thirty dollars per month to Venezuela and it was worth it because that will provide all the water used in the structure." Patricia's achievements were a major event in fashion since she was able to draw attention to South America for first time. Her "first modeling gig Karl Lagerfeld photographed" was an enormous breakthrough. Her next step was to be featured in fashion shows, front editorial spreads, and was featured in commercials for Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana and Fendi. Her appearances in Oprah's Supermodel of the World contest as well as Ford Models’ "Supermodel of the World" contest had a ripple effect all over the world. In addition she was featured on the covers of Vogue, Bazaar, Marie Claire and many more.
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