Xena Kai Adrianna Gniot
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Where were you born, and how was life growing up?
Adrianna Gniot I was born in Poland and I came to United States when I was 10 years old. It was hard for me as a kid to get used to different language, culture, and country itself. Even though it was challenging for me, I think it made me that much stronger and more mature. Now I am the one who corrects everybody with their grammar :)
What is your ethnicity?
Adrianna Gniot Polish 100%
What would the average person say about you?
Adrianna Gniot I am a very down to earth person, fun, outgoing, and very social. Many people say I am very mature for my age, but I think it is because I got hit with the "real world" at a young age, and I have appreciation for hard work and determination, which I know pays off at the end.
What kind of stuff did you get into after high school?
Adrianna Gniot I have been working since I was 16. I always wanted to be very independent and not rely on others. For past 3 years I have been working in the customer service industry as a secretary for few different companies. After high school, I went to community college where I received my Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts. Now I am transferring to a 4 year university where I am studying to get Bachelor's in Business Managment.
How did you get into modeling?
Adrianna Gniot When I was little, I always loved the camera. I would always take my mom's clothes and shoes and make her take pictures of me. Everybody always told me that I am a natural; therefore, I listened to them and started my "career" on ModelMayhem. I started networking with a lot of photographers, models, make up artists, clothing designers, and by the time I realized I have worked with over 80 photographers within 2 years.
How long have you been modeling?
Adrianna Gniot I went to a modeling school when I was 16 for 2 years. Unfortunately I could not find any agency to represent me and it was hard for me to do anything on my own being a young teenager. At age of 18 I became more independent and put everything into my own hands and started working as a part time model.
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How did you feel being in front of the camera for the first time?
Adrianna Gniot I loved it! Yes it was nerve racking just like anything for the first time, but at that time I realized this is my passion and nobody will stop me from doing it.
How did you feel walking into your photoshoot?
Adrianna Gniot Nervous, since I never met the photographer before, but he made me so comfortable that I felt like we knew each other for quite some time.
So would you say you are comfortable in front of a camera now?
Adrianna Gniot Totally! as long as its not when I am just waking up :)
Would you say you are pretty comfortable with your body?
Adrianna Gniot Yes, I try to workout as much as I can, but with hectic schedule of mine, it is not that easy to keep up with everything. I know I am not size 0 and that I am not 6 feet tall, but this is what I have and if you got it, flaunt it! :)
What would you say is your best feature?
Adrianna Gniot My eyes and my butt :)
What's the best thing about being a model?
Adrianna Gniot Networking with hundreds of people. Learning something new about your body everytime you shoot. Getting published and seen by many people!
What do you do differently to set yourself apart from other models?
Adrianna Gniot My personality is what sets me apart. I am very social, determined, organized, and fun. Many photographers have told me that shooting me is not a job, its something they like doing. I don't shoot just to shoot, I try to make best of it and become friends with these people. I bring lots of variety with my looks, expressions, and poses which is always important.
Where do you hope your modeling will take you?
Adrianna Gniot I wish modeling could take me to a runway in Milan or Paris, but obviously that will not happen, but it's ok I learned to live with the fact that obviously I am not as tall as fashion/runway models, but I can be a role model for other petite models that it does not matter how tall, how short, how skinny or how curvy you are. If you love this and you know this is what you are meant to do, then don't let anybody stop you-keep pushing and move forward.
Any highlights in your modeling career?
Adrianna Gniot Working with many professional/experienced photographers. Published in Chicago's Bridal, hair model for RedKen, featured in Bee Sales winter catalogue, and Jenny B Clothing website. I have done many workshops with very talented photographers, which gave me a great opportunity to meet other people in modeling industry.
Where can we find you on a typical weekend, if you aren't doing a photoshoot?
Adrianna Gniot Depends what day :) Work, gym, or just outdoors enjoying life!
What keeps you busy away from modeling?
Adrianna Gniot Work and school. I am a very hard working individual and I am always determined to challenge myself on everyday basis. I hate being bored, drives me insane :)
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What do you want to do outside of modeling?
Adrianna Gniot Manage one of the biggest companies in our country, or work for a major Public Relations company.... and TRAVEL!
Five years from now, where do you see yourself?
Adrianna Gniot Traveling, still modeling (25 is still young), working hard and living life to its fullest.
What is the coolest thing a fan has ever done for you?
Adrianna Gniot Simple and honest comment to tell me how much they enjoyed my portfolio, and giving me that support.
Any photographers you enjoy working with or hope to work with?
Adrianna Gniot I enjoyed working with ALL photographers that I have done so far (you know who you are). They are all very professional, experiened, organized, reliable, and know how to create magic with a camera.
Which internet websites would you say you spend most of your time at?
Adrianna Gniot ModelMayhem, Facebook, my email :)
Do you travel much for your modeling?
Adrianna Gniot Not yet, but I will start as soon as I am done with school. I do travel for leisure purposes and I love it! There is nothing better than going to a place where you have never been, and meeting the people and their culture.
Do you like all the traveling?
Adrianna Gniot YES!
If you could travel anywhere, where would it be?
Adrianna Gniot All over the country: Italy, France, Ireland, Brazil, Argentina, Japan, Australia, my goal is to go to every country throughout my entire life. Will it happen? We'll see.
If you could play lead role in any type of movie, What kind of movie would it be?
Adrianna Gniot Horror Movie, because i love watching them and I am good with my expressions :) I would love to do comedy, but if the key was to stay serious while somehting funny is going on, I don't think I would be able to hold it in.
Do you have a favorite Car?
Adrianna Gniot Black Lambo :)
Do you have a favorite drink when at clubs or bars?
Adrianna Gniot I'll be 21 in one month! for now its Diet Coke ;P
What is your favorite type of food?
Adrianna Gniot I am a very picky eater, but anything that has chicken in it, I'll eat right away.
What kind of music are you listening to these days?
Adrianna Gniot Any as long as it has rhythm, lyrics that you can sing to,and makes you want to dance, then I will listen to it.
Tell us something you got away with?
Adrianna Gniot Barely studying through my high school "career". I think I got away with it because I had very easy teachers.
Which celebrity would you like to meet and why?
Adrianna Gniot Heidi Klum and Adriana Lima! They are both so gorgeous and I think they could help me out by giving me some advices in modeling.
Best pickup line you've ever heard?
Adrianna Gniot Sorry, but you owe me a drink. [Why?] Because when I looked at you, I dropped mine.
Worst pickup line you've ever heard?
Adrianna Gniot Be unique and different, say yes.
If you could be a super hero, what would that superhero be like?
Adrianna Gniot Generous, loved to help, and of course sexy!
What the worst prank you've ever played on anyone?
Adrianna Gniot I can't do them because I always laugh
What the worst prank anyone has ever played on you?
Adrianna Gniot Many have tried but nobody succeeded, because I am not naive :)
Find a lamp and out pops a Genie, you get one wish, what would it be?
Adrianna Gniot All I need is like 6 billion $ so I can travel anywhere I want to and not worry about taking days off from work :)
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Are you single now?
Adrianna Gniot Nope. Haven't been single for past 4 years :) (and I love it)
Tell us about the person your with today?
Adrianna Gniot I love him to death. He is the best person that I have met in my life. He is my better half :)
Give us the dirt on your dating life. Any first date rules?
Adrianna Gniot Open the door for a girl, make sure your breath is nice and minty, don't talk about yourself all the time, just be yourself!
How many kids in high school have asked you out?
Adrianna Gniot Several, but the last one was my current boyfriend and that's all that counts.
Should a person call right away or wait a few days?
Adrianna Gniot If you like them-call right away, if you dont get rid of their number.
What kind of guy bugs you?
Adrianna Gniot The one that tries to impress you at all times... so annoying
What does a guy need to do to make you stay?
Adrianna Gniot nothing.. be himself, if I don't like you for who you are then I guess it was not meant to be, but don't fake it.
What's the worst place to meet a guy?
Adrianna Gniot Online
On a date... What does the person have to do to make it perfect for you?
Adrianna Gniot Don't be nervous, stay confident
Leather or lace?
Adrianna Gniot Lace
Do you have any dreams or goals you're shooting for?
Adrianna Gniot Become a known model in this industry, have a great family, become a manager or PR representative for a high end company and travel (as I mentioned before).
Where can we expect to see you at in the future?
Adrianna Gniot TV, magazines, and high end events since I will be hosting them :)
Do you have anything to say to your supporters and your future fans?
Adrianna Gniot Great Thank You to everybody who has always believed in me, and supported me. Thanks to everybody who has been there for me through thick and thin, and always helped me to make it to the top. Without you guys I wouldn't be who I am and I wouldn't be where I am right now. <3 <3 <3 !!!
Interview and images provided by Adrianna Gniot
