![]() ![]() saw an advertisement and thought she would try it out. Originally from Thailand, now settled in Albuquerque, Y. said.Īnother first-time Thunderbird model is Manthana Y. It’s more of a a self-confidence thing and being happy how you look,” S. “A few people commented that I should try out for it. He says being a model is a confidence booster for him. He is a Utah resident who works as a lawyer for the Navajo Nation. New to this year’s calendar is the first male model, Jason S. We have someone who does their makeup, and it’s really a good gig to be honest with you, here in the Southwest.” When we do the photo shoot, we provide the clothing. If travel is needed, they get paid for that, and basically we spoil them,” he said. “When they get picked, they get an appearance fee. Thunderbird began the calendar in 2015 and Thomason believes it’s the best gig there is for any aspiring model. “The models in the past love it, and it’s fun for them.” Thomason said. Each model has to appear to hand out promotional items at three big events: the company’s breakout of the new calendar, the Gathering of Nations powwow, and the Wild Thing Bullriding Championship. ![]() The search for models takes place beginning in June and continues until December. That’s one of things we look for,” he said. ![]() So we want individuals ready to meet and greet and represent us. “They’re representing Thunderbird Supply. There is a process that models go through and personality is an important part of the choice. Thomason says the deciding factor is not based on appearance alone. And it’s a hard decision to make,” he said. We had over 200 audition and have 8 people that make the selection. Each year is always different and always a challenge. “We don’t have any restrictions on what certain nationality you can be: Hopi, Mexican-American, Anglo. Thunderbird CEO Danny Thomason said the promotion has only been in existence for a few years, but it’s a major undertaking. Autographed posters of the new calendar signed by the models were handed out. Past calendars had six.įans had the opportunity to meet and greet the 2020 models at the company’s store in Gallup Dec. With the arrival of the new year, the calendar will showcase seven models. Models chosen to represent Thunderbird Supply Company also make appearances at the Gathering of Nations powwow and the WildThing Championship Bullriding. Known for its beautiful Native American jewelry, Thunderbird Supply Company is also known for the models who represent them on the pages of their unique calendar. Models from Thailand to the Continental Divide ![]()
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