We had the good fortune of connecting with Andrew Garcia and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Andrew, how do you think about risk?
Taking a Risk always works because it’s about the experience you gain. For me taking a chance has shaped my life dramatically. Take a risk !

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I think going from a teen model, being featured in things like Vogue magazine gave me experience you can’t get in â school. I bring everything I’ve learned from the top directors and artist to my art and it shows, along the way I’ve learned to do what you know but always try new versions of that.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
If you were visiting we’d start at my favorite tea shop in the Hollywood hills then go on a hike at Runyon. Change to swim wear and coverups and hit the Roosevelt hotel pool cafe for snacks and cocktails. Then change for dinner and drinks at restaurant at the Godfrey hotel. End the evening with karaoke at my favorite speakeasy at the Line Hotel .

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I would shout-out my best friend Brandi for always being there to keep me balanced and felling supported.

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