To help prepare me to compete in the Miss Norway Contest, I took classes at Barbizon in Red Bank, NJ, where I learned how to stand up straight, speak eloquently, and present myself well.

I really enjoyed what I learned, and my teacher suggested I audition for bridal gown modeling! In 2023, I auditioned for Elegant Bridal Productions, the #1 Bridal Expo in NY, NJ, and PA, and I have been working with them as an independent contractor ever since. At shows, I model different dresses (either runway-style, or informal, where I pose in different locations on the show floor), and converse with future brides about the designers that make the dresses that are supplied for the show.

I created an Instagram page (@baylyn.shankman), where I post photos from each show. Click here to view it. My favorite part about working these shows is seeing the brides and their families excitedly peeking at each vendor and hearing the joyous eruption of cheering when one lucky couple wins a free honeymoon at each show! In addition to bridal shows, I also am print-published in Swing and Sarze Magazines!

Sarze Magazine, 2024. Photo by Roman Gleyzer at Princeton University.

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Photos by Roman Gleyzer at Avon-by-the-Sea and Princeton University, 2024.