Check Out Kendrick Nelson’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Kendrick Nelson

Hi Kendrick, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I Started Off Being Intrigued by the high fashion style that’s hidden in the church community . Being A Proud black country boy from the south , being unique and creative was often viewed as strange , with following questions like , why are you wearing that ? And demands saying take that mess off and etc . In Regards of wearing not just male clothing but female clothes as well With a heavy spiritual and religious background , dreams and goals weren’t valid unless it aligns with the church or everyday society mediocrity. I always knew and believed that I was special , from the way I walked , talked and dressed. Til One day , I decided to get myself a job , while attending High school , church services and working , things became a hassle for me . I still felt I wasn’t operating in my full potential . I saved up enough money and bought myself a camera from the pawn shop and began to take pictures of church members after every service on Sunday . Though I was snapping pictures of the beautiful ladies and men of my church at that time , I was never happy unfortunately. I Knew I belonged in front of the lens , rather behind it .I knew nothing about Fashion , or modeling . Only From watching Americas Next Top Model With My Little Brother Josh B . Williams , Who knew more about Fashion than I did , With his artwork and sketches of Women Style and apparel. I was too young to attend any casting calls . I Had No experience , or any knowledge of what I wanted to pursue , I just knew I wanted to Model. My Support Was Very Shallow due to my siblings that are a lot more older than I am , venturing off starting their lives and navigating through life themselves , a not so present father and a hard working , strong black Mother , breaking her back , making ends meet day & night , My Church At The time was not so supportive as well , It wasn’t the dream that wasn’t supportive , but rather the lifestyle that came with it . As time pass by and I’m a lot more older to make sound decisions on my own , I was old enough to attend a casting call …. That was on a Sunday ….. I Had To make a decision whether to attend church or to attend the casting call ….. i Choose Me ….. And The Rest Is History …. My Life Changed Forever

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Life itself isn’t a smooth road . Whether it’s just getting up going to work or school , mentally , emotionally and spiritually, that can be a bit much , that’s speaking for the past and the present , with the way society is set up for Americans , and when I say Americans , I mean black Americans . Americans of color , or brown shade American Men and women . Grant you life happens to everyone , whether you are black , white or a different race but it’s never been easy…. Especially for black African American individuals. Choosing yourself will always be a struggle when you are up against friends , family and even on your job , you are looked at as a threat , When there are hidden motives and agendas , because you can’t be controlled …. That’s an ongoing struggle for everyone …. Choosing themselves.. I Also have a skin condition called psoriasis, often times in my career in the past , going to different castings , workshops and photoshoots , I would feel insecure because of my condition. I Missed out on a lot of opportunities. Being authentic and creative. In the modeling and fashion world … the answer No , is what you will hear majority of the time …. I’ve learned that when their isn’t an opportunity , there is always an opportunity to be yourself …. Think , Create and give others the opportunity to be inspired by you …. Being true to what you believe and feel , in the most unapologetic way possible

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
In Previous articles …. Of Course I am Known To Be A Professional Male Model…. I specialize in being Me ….. No Other Can Be Me …. I say that in the most humblest way … that’s the beauty in being created to be different , to look different , talk different , etc
That pretty much answers the following questions , what sets me apart from others in the industry is that , we are all born differently , whether the time , the day , the color of our eyes , the shapes of our faces , the genetics ….. Even Twins have differences …. In the modeling and fashion industry , yes we all intend to Audition and cast with the same intentions …. And maybe have the same goals , but we are all unique and beautiful in our own way …. But what I will say is I am super proud and ecstatic that I didn’t listen to those who didn’t believe that I would make it thus far , I am so proud of me for continuing to pursue my dreams , no matter how many Declines I receive , I will keep going ….. never mind what people think , feel or say …. It’s just , what’s going to happen …. I Will Go Forth , expeditiously

What’s next?
My Plans Is Too Keep going until I can’t anymore …. Rest and take more time out for me , Spend more time with family and friends …. There are so many great things that I have my hands in and tied into that I cannot wait to present to the world ….it’s only up from here and I’m excited about that ….. I am the future to the past , and the history to the future ….. my only plan is to make it all count and worth it … so that the years to come …. People will not only be inspired but to be motivated …. In choosing …. Love and themselves ….. Because if it was easy ….. Everybody would be doing it …. And that’s just what I live by daily

Contact Info:

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Image Credits
Wardell Malloy
Tarrice Love

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