FIRST THINGS FIRST

Model, actress, singer, writer, creator and soon to be YouTube star. Yes, it's time to get more acquainted with American beauty DANI ROOT...

Qulaity photo shoot, Dani. Tell us a bit about it.

The idea for my shoot came from wanting to create a relaxed, easy-going, yet sporty look to encompass the Floridian vibe. It took place at Honeymoon Island State Park in Dunedin, Florida U.S.A. – one of my favourite places due to their preservation efforts to protect our Loggerhead and green sea turtles, multiple shorebirds, bald eagles and even gopher tortoises.

Give us a little more background about yourself and story so far.

Growing up, I always had a love for the arts and I immersed myself into all things acting, singing, modelling, writing and creating throughout my youth. I was also born with a heart and lung defect called Scimitar Syndrome; I basically have a combined lung capacity of one average functioning lung. Through overcoming my own obstacles, this has given me the drive to bring awareness and representation to those of us with invisible disabilities to help empower others. I think sharing stories is the best way to develop understanding, spread kindness and open hearts in the world.

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