Images of Adam Gockel View Photo Portfolio (2 pages) Not a BBPics member? Join Now! Age: 23, Height: 5 11 Weight: 185, Chest: 46 Arms: 16 1/2, Waist: 32 email: adgockel@hotmail.com

Believe it or not I was a runt in Junior High. I was sick of being one of the smallest in my class, so I started hitting the weights religiously. My timing on this was excellent as I also sprouted and began developing. I never really thought much about modeling, but I kept getting approached by people asking me if I had ever considered it so I figured they couldn't all be wrong.

I recently graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in International Business. I am a highly motivated self-starter, which I feel separates me from the rest. Some work that I have done outside of modeling includes Field Marketing Manager duties for "Designer Whey" protein, and "Amstel Light". In addition to this I have ran my own painting business to pay my way through school, as well as a communications business.

This May I will be moving to LA to continue work with "Amstel Light", while pursuing modeling and acting. I am also studying Real Estate, and will eventually become a real estate investor.

Any successful model knows that he is only as good as his photographer allows him to be. It is very difficult to get work in this industry without a well-done, professional portfolio, which takes the hard work and focus of not just the model, but the photographer as well. Having never met John in person I must admit that I was a little nervous flying 3000 miles from San Diego to Connecticut to do the shoot. This uneasiness was quickly squandered the moment I arrived at the airport and had the chance to meet John in person. John Mitchell is not only a talented, professional photographer, but a gracious host as well. Working with John was an enjoyable learning experience, and I look forward to shooting with him in the future.

CREDITS: Featured in catalogue and web site for "Rooster Gear." Published in Scott Cole's new book "Greatest Abs On Earth." Published in spread for "Exercise For Men" magazine.

SPORTS: Basketball, football, golf and skiing.

Message from John:

I want to personally thank Wally for introducing me to Adam. It was a pleasure having him as my guest and working with him this past March. I hope to do a future photoshoot with him this upcoming year. Adam is a very serious and committed individual. He is most interested in exploring serious and legitimate fitness/modeling and acting opportunities.