Instagram Influencer Spotlight On: Laura M Corbin @modelLMC

1) Tell us a little about yourself. What are you doing now and where do you come from?

I’ve been called many things but never once “ordinary”.

I have lived a life that has overflowed with trauma, disaster, beauty, and inspiration that has enabled me to tap into just about any emotion. I am a unstoppable worker, strong yet lighthearted. My humor may be crass but never without wit. Coming from poverty and abuse, I worked my way out of that life and up the corporate ladder. I’m a self-taught success story with a great business sense and strong work ethic.

I left the corporate world after 8 years in banking and began to pursue my passions: modeling, acting, singing, writing, cosplay and costume creation, amongst others. I’ve less than most but in spirit, I am rich. I’m happier and even more fueled with passion than ever.

It’s no secret that I have fought a long, incurable battle with Chronic Neurological Lyme Disease, Babesiosis, and Bartonella; since 1996. I seek to speak the truth regarding my battle, inspire others, and educate. I never give up and remission is right around the corner!

If it inspires, if it breathes, if it makes one happy, it is ART.

Details…

SAN DIEGO + LOS ANGELES + SURROUNDING AREAS
Model + Cosplayer + Actress + Writer + Singer + Musician + Artist + Advocate + More

PORT:
www.modelmanagement.com/model/laura-m-corbin/

SOCIAL:
www.facebook.com/modelLMC (fanbase: 12.2K)
Instagram @modelLMC (folllowing: 12.3K)
Twitter @modelLMC

BASICS:
MM# 3212842
www.modelmayhem.com/lauracorbin
www.linkedin.com/in/laura-m-corbin-751aa818
www.flickr.com/photos/146078681@N05/
www.modellmc.tumblr.com
www.plus.google.com/u/0/112961901920271824523
Snapchat: @coralaurbin

MUSIC:
www.myspace.com/lauracorbinmusic
www.soundcloud.com/laura-m-corbin

ORIGINAL WRITTEN WORD:
www.theprose.com/Milla_Norton

YOUTUBE::
www.youtube.com/channel/UCqltxIaanyqcJtcRjQs8owA

MY FIGHT – CHRONIC LYME, BABESIOSIS + BARTONELLA – WARRIOR since 1996:
www.gofundme.com/lauramcorbin
www.facebook.com/lauraslymefund
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Thank you! <3

-Laura

2) What are your topics of interest? What do you post on Instagram the most?

I love all things art, modeling and fashion but I’m also very passionate about Lyme Disease awareness and advocacy, pets and cosplay. Anything I can make and any way I can help educate about little known illnesses or things I care about, such as dogs and their wellness, is important to me.

3) How did your Instagram name come about?

My Instagram name is pretty simple actually. So many times I see an IG name that doesn’t really explain much about what the person does or who they are so I made it as simple as possible; although I do more than model, it is my primary profession, so “model” and then my initials “LMC”. I thought that would be pretty straightforward and easy to understand.

4) What are some apps you use to edit your photos? Share with us your photo-editing routine!

I try not to edit my photos too much as I feel authenticity is the best way to go; connect with people on a real and personal level. But if I do edit, I will usually just use one simple filter on Instagram at 50% Lux. Mayfair tends to be a favorite of mine.

5) Any Instagrammers whom you really like? Which Instagrammer inspires you the most?

I love @bekindforlyme, that is one account that really inspires me. They advocate healing through kindness on a subject very close to my heart: Lyme Disease. Their photos always make me laugh or speak truthfully about Lyme via the voices of those who suffer daily. They are the voice of the unheard.

6) If there’s one thing your fellow Instagrammers just gotta try now, what’s it gonna be?

I’d say if you’ve never tried the natural soaps and body washes by Raw Sugar Living, definitely give them a shot. They’re only available at Target or online, but the product itself is amazing, all natural, smells great and each bar you buy gifts a bar of soap to a person in need where there is no way for one to easily clean themselves. The brand helps people in third world countries as well as delivers a fantastic product for those who purchase,

7) What’s your favorite part about being an influencer?

I love that I get to discover new brand, products and more that I never would’ve heard of had I not become an influencer. I started promoting products because I believe in them and never sign on with something I can’t love on my own. So, being able to get the word out about new things that are highly underrated or unnoticed makes me feel like I am capable of having an impact via my followers.

8) What are some of your top tips to brands for running campaigns? How do you maintain authenticity?

I’d say my top tip for brands is to simply be who you are and represent what you represent, unapologetically. Being authentic means there WILL be people who do not like you, but you will also build a following that is sincere and strong. Nothing works better than word-of-mouth (although tons of hashtags are a close second!).

9) What would your advice be on the importance of quality and original content?

If you do not have original, quality content and you try to have people back it, only a few will and even then, they will want to be paid top dollar if they feel they’re promoting something insincere. Like I mentioned before, word-of-mouth is the best promoter and if people smell fakeness they will spread that word, also. Be yourself! Be your brand, never apologize for who you are. You WILL find your crowd.

10) What do you like best about partnering with brands?

I love discovering new things. Many times I build bonds with these brands and we end up collaborating in the future. That, or I end up purchasing what the brand has to offer because had I not been introduced to them indirectly, I’d have never known what they had to offer. It makes my life better, happier; I hope that when I sign on metaphorically with a brand via partnership, others’ lives are better for it as well, even if it is as simple as a bar of soap. 🙂

Topics:

• Animals & Pets
• Art
• Cars & Motorcycles
• Celebrities
• Design
• DIY & Crafts
• Fashion
• Film, Music & Books
• Food & Drink
• Hair & Beauty
• Health & Fitness
• Humor
• Nature & Outdoors
• Technology
• Travel

Country:

United States of America