Andy Ashton, the winner of Model America 2005/2006, which was held in Hollywood, California, and the winner of Model Atlantic 2006/2007 that was held in New York, chats with Edward Carl

Andy, who has just launched his new web site has been featured in various fitness and fashion magazines, radio, commercials, television, calendars, workout videos… in America, Europe and Australia.

Andy also tells us who he believes needs a good steak meal!

Joe Bryant, whose ultimate goal is to star in a move on the big screen shares his views on acting, modeling, and the meaning of true friendship -- as difficult as that may be to find today.

Joe has also launched a web site that he designed himself to bring everyone (including agents, photographers and those who may offer him assignments) the very latest on this talented young actor and model.

In his spare time Joe hangs out with his freinds, ands also helps his grandfather with his mini farm.

Jiri Borkovec, the incredibly talented young bodybuilder, returns to Connex247 to share the story of his first place win in the 2006 Bohemia Junior National Bodybuilding Competition. Jiri also outlines some of the services he provides to clients globally as he works to support himself and his career as bodybuilder and model. Jiri's first feature on Connex247 is number three in total pageviews in 2006.

We also thank the outstanding photographer Petr Holman for the great photos of Jiri used in this feature.

Eduardo, a very popular model, who also has a career in the computer industry, takes time to tell us a bit about how he spends his summer. Living in Mexico City, Eduardo loves to escape to some of his country's more popular destinations where he is surely part of the Summer Heat.

Eduardo is also an acccomplished photographer providing photos that he took of himself.

When Connex247 editor Mike Morris opened the email with pictures of Leighton Stultz and Danie Yssel from photographer Thomas Watkin, first he thought of Walt Whitman's marvelous poem 'We two boys together clinging' and then he phoned Leighton to marvel at great length (as he usually does) at those things that arouse his passion for the metaphor.

"I have been collecting metaphors all my life," Mike said, "even when I didn't have a clue what one was. But I knew when I saw Tom Watkin's photos that in these shots of Leighton and Danie the metaphor lives and breathes, alive and well."

Chris Lancaster accepts the reality that he may have to sacrifice to reap the rewards he wants from a career as a model, but he is used to it, having been a competitive athlete since he was five years old. Now, as he tells our Edward Carl, with a family that supports him 100 percent, he is turning his attention to a new challenge.

With photos by the American photographer Ryan Gordon, Connex247 introduces you to Chris Lancaster. Watch for him!

Quentin Elias, an extraordinary renaissance artist with unparalleled style and substance is now in North America.

Quentin Elias has sustained international acclaim, and his achievements have been well recognized in the Music/Entertainment Industry and as a model. Quentin joins us for Summer Heat!!!

Ryan Diesel, who is quickly making a name for himself as a most successful young model spends some time chatting with our Edward Carl.

Ryan tells us that it is what's inside that really matters, but it doesn't hurt to have it in an attractive package. We are sure Ryan will be back with us again soon. Enjoy!!!!!!

Danie Yssel, honorably discharged from the United States military after being wounded in Iraq, shares his wonderfully positive views on life, family, friendships and the journey to success.

Originally from South Africa and now living in the United States, Danie is a truly remarkable young man, who is now pursuing university studies in psychology, and working as a model. Danie, it is indeed a privilege for us at Connex247 to bring your incredible message to our visitors.

Anton, despite his great modesty, is one of the most popular models on the scene today and, a Google search comes up with hundreds of references to him, all of them complimentary.

It is always a pleasure for us to chat with Anton.

Michael, who is very popular with models he works with, and becomes a friend, has also provided us with a selection from recent shoots -- some will be familiar to Connex247 visitors, and others will be featured soon.

Daniel Norell, the Swedish supermodel and enteratiner, who has truly gained international fame in the past year since he first was featured on Connex247, is a major contributor.

He has a huge fan base globally and as we launch the new site, Daniel celebrates "C247, with some thoughts of past, present and future."