Editor-in-Chief, Amy McCabe introduces the August issue

A Celebration of Community

As you breathe in the fragrance of our long-awaited summer, it is our profound hope that you will be inspired to spread your wings, to discover, explore, and experience beauty in nature and relationships. Modeliste strives to promote and build a strong sense of community for our readers. A place where the seeds of diversity and inclusivity have always blossomed, and which today is a platform for new artistic experiences, creativity, voices of inspiration and perspectives which translate into driving forces for women, recognizing ambition, determination, and success.

These considerations have inspired this issue, where our cover model, Stephanie Shepherd, is undoubtedly a special voice. Celebrated for her work in the realm of climate education, Steph founded Future Earth, a nonprofit climate club which raises awareness of sustainability through its highly motivated grassroots online community. Steph has undoubtedly become an empowering voice and visionary who infuses a relentless spirit of community into her work, inspires activism and seeks universal joy.

As community has become increasingly important, especially after a time of isolation and lockdowns, we believe this to be a space to share our stories, admire our journeys and collectively honor ourselves and one another.

Welcome to the issue.

Amy McCabe

Editor-in-Chief