Amaris Shipman
~ Ms. Bethesda's Teen 2023 ~
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Copa: Where are you from:
Amaris: I was born in North Carolina however; I've been in the DMV area since 2015. Copa: What is your age?
Amaris: I'm now 16 years of age, my birthday is in August. Copa: What grade are in now?
Amaris: I'm in the 11th grade. Copa: At what time did you discover your love for modeling and pageantry?
Amaris: I was 4yrs old and participated in a "Womens' Month" activity with the Women's Ministry at my home Church at the time, New Life Bible Church. There was a portion of the program where the young ladies of the church modeled butterfly wings, a white outfit, and a sporting outfit. My mom and other members have shared that I was absolutely comfortable and included additional poses during my time on the runway. My mom entered me in my first pageant a short time later and I won. That was my start into the world of pageantry which often included optional competitions to include runway competitions. Copa: Who are your 3 favorite professional models and why?
Amaris: Tyra Banks because of her transparency with her experiences in the industry and continued passion to provide hands on training and opportunities for upcoming models, Jourdan Dunn because of her advocacy and voice regarding the need for diversity in the modeling industry, and Naomi Campbell because of her signature runway walk. |
Washington, DC
North Carolina State Flag
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Tyra Banks
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Jourdan Dunn
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Naomi Campbell
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Copa: How would you describe your personal style?
Amaris: I really love feminine garments but enjoy doing something edgy every now and then with my mom's approval.
Amaris: I really love feminine garments but enjoy doing something edgy every now and then with my mom's approval.
Copa: If you had the opportunity to be in a photo-shoot anywhere in the world, where would it be and what would you like to wear?
Amaris: I would love to have a photo-shoot in Rome, Italy and would wear a long white or red flowing gown.
Amaris: I would love to have a photo-shoot in Rome, Italy and would wear a long white or red flowing gown.
Copa: How would you describe your experience walking in the WEModel 2022 competition at MGM?
Amaris: I was very pleased to have the opportunity to walk in the WEModel USA competition at the MGM. It was a wonderful experience and I am proud to have supported such a worthy cause. I absolutely enjoyed sharing information on the event, inviting people to support efforts to prevent and bring awareness to human trafficking, and I look forward to participating in other events in the future.
Amaris: I was very pleased to have the opportunity to walk in the WEModel USA competition at the MGM. It was a wonderful experience and I am proud to have supported such a worthy cause. I absolutely enjoyed sharing information on the event, inviting people to support efforts to prevent and bring awareness to human trafficking, and I look forward to participating in other events in the future.
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Copa: What titles have you won so far?
Amaris: * National American Miss North Carolina Jr. Preteen 2014
* USA National Miss North Carolina Princess 2015
* USA National Miss District of Columbia Princess 2016
* Preteen Maryland United States 2018
* National American Miss Maryland Preteen 2019
* Currently Miss Bethesda Teen
Amaris: * National American Miss North Carolina Jr. Preteen 2014
* USA National Miss North Carolina Princess 2015
* USA National Miss District of Columbia Princess 2016
* Preteen Maryland United States 2018
* National American Miss Maryland Preteen 2019
* Currently Miss Bethesda Teen
Copa: What does the future hold for you and your world of fashion & style?
Amaris: I know that I will continue to gain knowledge through experiencing other future opportunities and making my mark on the world.
Amaris: I know that I will continue to gain knowledge through experiencing other future opportunities and making my mark on the world.
