LIFE THRU A LENS|ISAAC EKBLAD

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Clothing: Burgundy suit and grey checkered shirt, both by Richard Chai; checkered shirt and pullover jersey, both by Bespoken; training pant by General Idea; cardigan by Heirloom by Billy Reid; shoes by Florsheim; in converstaion images: t-shirt, jeans and shoes, all Isaac's own

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IN CONVERSATION: ISAAC EKBLAD

Name|Issac Robert Ekblad

Age|21

Hometown|Too many to count...to name a few, Montpellier, France; La Conner, Washington

How did you get discovered?
I was in a tea shop studying for a final exam and this model scout came up to me and said I had a nice look and I should call him back
What were you doing prior to modeling?
Going to school, majoring in philosophy

People would be surprised to know that I...
took a class inside of a prison, so I've been to a prison!

What's your latest obsession?
Fyodor Dostoyevsky (The Russian author)
Your most prize possession?
Do friends and family count as possessions?
Growing up, who did you look up to as your hero?
I have loads of them!

When is the last time you said "I Love You" to someone?

I've never said it! I am not heartless, I just don't believe in saying it unless I mean it with every ounce of my being!

Three adjectives that best describes you:

Open, adventurous and interested

Describe your personal style
I am pretty laid back about what I wear...a plain shirt and jeans is what I mostly have on
Your favorite place you have travel to
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Your favorite film and scene from the film:
Il Postino—Scene: When the guy learns how to use a metaphor to get the girl!

Your favorite sport
Sport: Swimming

Team: Soccer team, Boca

Player: Messi

If there's a destination or item you would recommend us to check out or visit about your native country/city or town, what would you recommend?

La Conner, Washington—I'd take you to Chuckanut Drive by the Pacific Ocean in Washington and treat you to some seafood!
Your favorite song?

Volcano by Jonsi

What is your wish for 2012?
To meet more great people and have a great time and do well at the Paris/Milan and London shows!

MODEL AGENT|AGENCY: Kelly Elmore|Wilhelmina

IMAGES|CONCEPT|CASTING|John Tan
MODEL|Isaac Ekblad|Wilhelmina
Special thanks to Kelly Elmore and the men's board at Wilhelmina; Whitney Saffel and Natalie Conor at Maguire Steele PR and Isaac for the long chat, keeping in touch and the two days shoot!

CLOTHING:
Billy Reid-www.billyreid.com

Bespoken-www.bespoken.com

Richard Chai-www.richardchai.com

Florsheim-www.florsheim.com

General Idea-www.generalidea.eu

HAPPY DAYS|VICTOR NORLANDER

Clothing: Batman t-shirt, Victor's own; blazer by Billy Reid; checkered shirt by Richard Chai; light blue shirt with grey sleeves by General Idea; black trouser by Bespoken; boots by Richard Chai for Palladium; red t-shirt by American Apparel

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IN CONVERSATION: VICTOR NORLANDER

Name|Victor Lars Norlander

Age|23

Hometown|Gothenburg, Sweden

How did you get discovered?
I was discovered on the streets of Stockholm
What were you doing prior to modeling?
Studying and also in the dramatic arts: Acting, dancing and singing

People would be surprised to know that I...
am a dancer, I can really move!

What's your latest obsession?
Bikram yoga
Your most prize possession?
My photographic collection—of friends and family
Growing up, who did you look up to as your hero?
My mum, she's the best!

When is the last time you said "I Love You" to someone?

This morning, I said it to my roomies—they are really dear to me!

Three adjectives that best describes you:

Honest, positive and impulsive

Describe your personal style
Relaxed, oversized shirts and mainly comfortable
Your favorite place you have travel to
On the roof at 138th Street, New York...it's the best so far!
Your favorite film and scene from the film:
Little Miss Sunshine—Scene: The kiddie pageant talent competition

Your favorite sport
Sport: Street dancing

Best moment in modeling:

Sisley campaign in Cape Town, South Africa 2009

If there's a destination or item you would recommend us to check out or visit about your native country/city or town, what would you recommend?

Gothenburg, Sweden—I would take you to Lidkoping. There you can eat a Lackokringlor—it's shaped like pretzel but it is made of butter dough and flaky—it is delicious!
Your favorite song?

We Are Young by Fun

What is your wish for 2012?
Meet nice people

Stay healthy

Get some great modeling work done!

MODEL AGENT|AGENCY: Jesse Simon|Ford

IMAGES|CONCEPT|CASTING|John Tan
MODEL|Victor Norlander|Ford
Special thanks to Jesse Simon and the men's board at Ford; Whitney Saffel and Natalie Conor at Maguire Steele PR and Victor for the long chat and positive energy at the JTC shoot!

CLOTHING:
Billy Reid-www.billyreid.com

Bespoken-www.bespoken.com

Richard Chai-www.richardchai.com

American Apparel-www.americanappaarel.com

General Idea-www.generalidea.eu

ELLE MAN (MEXICO)|MEET ME AT ARTIE'S|STYLING|CASTING

Elle Man (Mexico)|June 2012 Issue

Models:

James Smith|Wilhelmina

Charlie France|New York Models

Milo Spijkers|New York Models

Philipp Bierbaum|New York Models

Photography: Santiago Ruiseñor

Styling|Casting: John Tan

Grooming: Cecilia Romero|Amy Kirkman

Shot on location at Artie's Diner Restaurant, Upper West Side, New York City

Clothing: Coach|Pink|Black Fleece by Brooks Brothers|Burberry Prorsum|Tommy Hilfiger|Marc by Marc Jacobs|ZZegna|Prada|Alejandro Ingelmo|Shipley & Halmos|Paul Smith|Giorgio Armani|Florsheim|Burberry London|Etro|Bottega Veneta|Billy Reid|Acne|Ray Ban|Albertus Swanepoel|J.M. Weston|Emporio Aramni|The West Is Dead|Timo Weiland

Special thanks to Santiago Ruiseñor, Pam Ocampo and the guys for being so great to work with!

BONUS|ON SET SHOT: (Image by John Tan)

Left to Right:

Philipp Bierbaum, Milo Spijkers,

Charlie France and James Smith

MASTER CLASS|TIM RUPP

Clothing: navy sweater, burgundy blazer and plaid print coat, all by Richard Chai; military green jacket and button down dress shirt by Billy Reid; blue/red turtleneck by General Idea; navy print shirt by Bespoken; lilac t-shirt by GAP; beige suede coat by Heirloom by Billy Reid; sunglasses by Ray Ban

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IN CONVERSATION: TIM RUPP

Name|Tim Josef Rupp

Age|23

Hometown|Staten Island, New York

How did you get discovered?
Introduced to Nole Marin at Aim through a good friend
What were you doing prior to modeling?
Have a full time job, working from 9-5, as in the song!

People would be surprised to know that I...
love to cook. My specialty is Banana bread and humus!

What's your latest obsession?
Indian food—would highly recommend Dabar—www.darbarny.com
Your most prize possession?
My bicycle
Growing up, who did you look up to as your hero?
Batman

When is the last time you said "I Love You" to someone?

This morning, to my girlfriend, Gina

Three adjectives that best describes you:

Goofy, laid-back and kind

Describe your personal style
Faux hipster
Your favorite place you have travel to
Austria
Your favorite film and scene from the film:
White Men Can't Jump—Scene: When Woody Harrelson's character talks trash to Wesley Snipes' character
Your favorite sport or sports figure
Sport: Basketball

Team: The Knicks

Player: Kevin Durant

If there's a destination or item you would recommend us to check out or visit about your native country/city or town, what would you recommend?

Staten Island, New York—The tanning beds are world class!
Your favorite song?

Beach Wally by Steve French

What is your wish for 2012?
Health and happiness for all!

MODEL AGENTS|AGENCY:

Sarah Flaherty Palmer|Nole Marin|Aim Model Mgmt.

IMAGES|CONCEPT|CASTING|John Tan
MODEL|Tim Rupp|Aim Model Mgmt.
Special thanks to Sarah Flaherty Palmer and Nole Marin and the men's board at Aim Model Mgmt.; Whitney Saffel and Natalie Conor at Maguire Steele PR and Tim for his time and being photographed on a hot humid day at JTC Casting!

CLOTHING:
Billy Reid-www.billyreid.com

Bespoken-www.bespoken.com

Richard Chai-www.richardchai.com

GAP-www.gap.com

Ray Ban-www.rayban.com