Showing posts with label Wicked Talent. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wicked Talent. Show all posts

Feb 11, 2007

Feature: Wicked Mina

Wicked Mina, Gothic Fairy



ChestWaistHipsHeightWeight
Imperial32"26"36"5"1'115lb
Metric81cm66cm91cm155cm52kg

GGotW: Where do you live?
WM: Los Angeles, CA

GGotW: What got you started in Modeling?
WM: I started modeling when I was approached while in college to be photographed. Later I shot with a photographer who shot one of my friends and he invited me to an "alternative" modeling event called Something Wicked This Way Comes. I have been modeling ever since.

GGotW: You've done some high profile modeling, can you tell us about some of your best experiences?
Wicked Mina, blue hair, top downWM: I really loved working for Crimson Empress. Countessa is an incredible lady and a creative designer. I am a big fan of her designs and now I am one of her regular models. I also recently did a shoot for a cool subcutural magazine called "Imago". It was for a "punk rock wedding" and it was shot by Dan Santoni, who is a photographer that I have been wanting to work with since I moved to LA. I have also recently been approached by a rep. from Serious clothing to do an upcoming shoot for their wholesale website. Working for Ragdolly was one of my early cool experiences and resulted in one of the photos apprearing in Gothic Beauty Magazine.

GGotW: What shoot was your favorite?
WM: Anytime I shoot with Saryn Angel Photographer I really love it and have alot of fun. I also loved the photography events for the SWTWC project- I went to one in Atlanta and one in New Orleans. At these events I got to shoot with different photographers and do alot of costumes changes, so it was a alot of fun and I learned alot and met some great models and clothing designers.

GGotW: Why do you model for Goth themes?
WM: Although I do different types of "alternative" modeling and art modeling, Goth it is most closely related to my lifestyle and how I dress on a day to day basis.

Wicked Mina, gothic prayerGGotW: How do you define Goth?
WM: For me, being involed in "Goth" subcultures means I have a love for the dark romantic. I adore dark hidden ,strange and mysterious things, literature, music, and aesthetics. I am very childlike and whimisical with a sarcastic dark sense of humor and style which I feel matches this type of lifestyle. Being into goth to me is alot about appreciating the unconventional in many aspects in your life. Goth modeling is about seeing the unconventional and dark as beautiful. There's a lot more to this subject but basically this is how I sum it up I suppose. However being into goth isn't all about aesthetics, it's more about an attitude and way of thinking- it's a lifestyle not a trend. I like to think I move about in the world as if I am in my own dark fairytale...

GGotW: When you're not modeling, how do you dress?
WM: I dress goth or glam rock (more a combination of both). Sometimes I throw in some Japanese street wear elements.- I really love that style and try to incorporate it to make my style something that is my own.

Wicked MinaGGotW: When you are modeling what kind of thing do you like to do?
WM: I like to show different aspects of my personality and let my attitude shine through. My best shoots have been when I was relaxed and casual and just reacting to my environment.

GGotW: Have you modeled outside of the Goth/ALT style? What was it like?
WM: I have done some pin-up stuff and clubwear stuff which is cool though I guess that is kind of alt. as well... it's fun I am a fan of the classic pin-up and burlesque.

GGotW: Whats your latest shoot?
WM: I did a shoot today in downtown LA in the fashion district wearing club wear which was pretty cool. I definately got some intereresting looks...

GGotW: What have you got coming up?
WM: I have a few shoots coming up in march for Dark Destiny Designs, Lily's Shop, and Nighteshade Gothic Jewelry and also a pending pin-up shoot with Chow Mein Photography. Glaza is going to have a dark fairytale line that they have asked me to model for which is very flattering and I am really excited about.


Wicked Mina, super cuteGGotW: How would you advise a modeling virgin heading to their first shoot?
WM: Don't compromise. Don't do anything you don't want to do and also take a chaperon.Thing twice about doing nude work before you do it. There is a fine line between artistic nude and porn and know that if you decide to do GG or SG - that is considered soft core porn(like atl Playboy) in the (fashion)industry. If you do decide to do nudity or the other stuff don't let that be your first shoot-get some experience first. Don't work with photographers unless the work they have done is good quality. Don't work with a photographer if they hit on you when asking you to model for them... they should be professional. Don't pay to be shot- there are too many good photographers who will do beginning portfolio shots for TFP and many are happy to work withSweet little girl, goth new models. Learn how to do makeup and hair yourself if possible (or find someone to do it for you). Practice at home in front of the mirror and show your personality in poses and styling. Be happy with your body and body image and have confidence. Don't let bad images of you out in the world. Always be professional and expect professionalism from others. Develop your own style. Have fun and stay evil! ^v^

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Oct 23, 2006

Feature: Skary Kerry

Goth on a beach

ChestWiastHipsHeight
Imperial38"29"40"5"7'
Metric97cm74cm101cm170cm

GGotW: What is the origin of your stage name?
SK: Skary Kerry..haha, I know, it is wicked cheesy but I love humor. I have worked in the tattoo industry now for 7 years. One of our piercers named me Skary because I usually speak my mind and (so they say) am intimidating when angered..hahaha.. But i adore horror movies, hell I grew up to them, so that had a bit to do with it I suppose.
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GGotW: What part of the country do you live in?
SK: The deep and dirty south of the United States. New Orleans is my home.

GGotW: Has modeling been easy where you live or do you find you need to travel for gigs?
SK: When work permits, I usually don't have to travel. People find me plus I am really particuaular who I work with. I have been really blessed with just finding people who want to work with me close by

GGotW: What lead you to modeling?
SK: I love the art of dressing up and Halloween was and is my favorite holiday..haha, I love it so much that now it is apart of my identity..I am always wearing some kind of vintage piece, crazy boots and insane hair.

GGotW: Was the gothic modeling your first genre, or did you start in another field and move into Goth?
SK: Well, when I was 18 I was modeling for Sears and doing Promotion jobs for Pantene , etc..I could not stand all the rules, regulations, and just all the crap that comes with mainstream modeling. I quit modeling for a couple of years and around 22 I started modeling what I wanted and with my rules.

GGotW: Why are you now doing gothic modeling?
SK: Well, I guess I have been caterogorized at Gothic. I adore the music, fashion, and culture of the spooky lifestyle. I just express myself and have fun.I am an artist and modeling can be another outlet of artistic expression.Gothic Beauty Magazine
Gothic Beauty Magazine
GGotW: Who's your favourite photographer to work with?
SK: Oh dear, all of my photographers are great. I adore SufinBird who has helped me get 2 covers. Vanessa Hamlton of , from New Orleans and E-Ray Photography.

GGotW: What keeps you busy when you're not modeling?
SK: HAHA..working at EXO-GRAPHICS Tattoo and Body Piercing Studio in Destin, FL. and painting, sculpture, READING (which is an obession of mine)and buying vintage clothing.

GGotW: When you model are the clothes yours already, or are they bought / designed special for the shoot?
SK: A little combination of both, I do alot of vintage and I have designers that I work with, whom I adore!

GGotW: What's your favourite outfit to date?
SK: hmm..I have a few. A few pieces from Kambriel that I bought a couple of years back; a beautiful skirt and cape. They are both made out of a spiderweb type of material and they are just both beautiful. I also have a Lenore type dress that Crimson Empress made me that I love!

GGotW: What is the coolest thing you've ever shoot?
SK: hmmmmm..We did some pictures for our performance group Penetraila. Some of those pictures are just awsome..We used some of my art and a smoke machine and the images are just so intense..ohh, and they were done by Greg Heine:)

GGotW: What is the weirdest thing you've ever shoot?
SK: haha, I was a Computer Bride..I had computer parts, body paint, and tulle..DoppelGanger Photography shot it and we always have so much fun.

GGotW: What's up next for you?
SK: I am always working on one thing or another. I have the pleasure of knowing the owner of a company called and we are going to get together sometime this month to shoot for his Tattoo Magazine/Savage Tattoo ad. The ad should be out in a couple of months. Just recently I shot with SufinBird from NYC and I had designers send me some of their work for me to shoot in. So keep a look out for that set of photographs. I am finally getting up and running, the long awaited website. I have a full schedule in October of going to New Orleans for shooting, tattoo conventions, and of course, Halloween. Hopefully, within the next couple of months, Penetralia, (visceral-gore oriented performance group) will be back up and doing performances in New Orleans and the surrounding areas.

GGotW: When you started your website, was there are propose behind it other than exposure?
SK: Not really. I just wanted to get my work out there for people to see and network. Now, I have my artwork on it, my husband's tattoo work and modeling portfolio and other Skary related things.

GGotW: What else would you like to tell us?
SK: Always laugh..and never take yourself too seriously. I live by these words..you can go check out more of me at until gets up and running which will be soon..(replacing and updating websites is so much fun) Thanks so much to my fans and the people who love and support the scene..Without you, none of this would be possible. I would also like to thank from for all the love she give me and wickedtalent.com, she is one awesome lady!

Credits include:
Savage Tattoo
Tattoo Magazine
International Tattoo Magazine
Gothic Beauty issue 9-Cover
Gothic Beauty issue 8-fashion review
Gothic Beauty issue 14-Radolly.net article
Gothic Beauty issue 18-cover
P.M. Magazine
Circus Magazine
Revolver Magazine
Swag Magazine
2005/2006 Marquis Fetish Directory
Echo Immortalis June 2006
Chronicles UK 2006

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Sep 10, 2006

Feature: Lady Atropos

goth Lady Atropos in vinyl bodysuit and leather corsetWelcome to our second Feature Goth Girl of the Week. Atropos lives in little ol' Ohio and manages to find plently of gigs and enjoys the scene. Don't forget to check out her images, just click on the thumbnials along the interview. Check out her website.

GGotW:
Where did you get the name Lady Atropos? Was there an inspiring faction or was it taken from a source or two?
A: I have a life long passion for reading, and much of that reading has included mythology from various culturs. Atropos stems from greek and roman mythology. She was one of the 3 fates - the eldest who cut the thread of life for mortal and gods alike. I like the name because it reminds me of mortality and how precious life is.
I really don't use the Lady part anymore - as I found out it often is misunderstood as a name tag for me being a ProDom. In the event anyone is wondering, I'm not :P

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Height-&-Weight
5'7"135 lbs


GGotW: Favourite colour?
A: aqua blue

GGotW: Favourite food?
A: Bread! I love good bread!

Atropos

GGotW: What part of the country do you live in?
A: I live in...Ohio. I have lived all over in my youth, as I was a military child, but my end result is that I have taken up a long term home in ohio.

GGotW: Has modeling been easy where you live or do you find you need to travel for gigs?
A: Modeling is easy for me because I have a very strong drive and marketing sense. I never travel and yet I have been very fortunate to have acheived a lot! I consider my success pure luck, mixed in with knowing how to tap into that luck.

AtroposGGotW: What lead you to modeling?
A: I love Halloween and costumes. I create costumes all the time but never had any good quality photos to document them - thus, modeling came into play.

GGotW: Was the gothic modeling your first genre, or did you start in another field and move into Goth?
A: I don't really have any specific genre. I shoot whatever I want, regardless of style, or lables. You could say I started as a gothic model, though that never was the intention.



GGotW: Who's your favourite photographer to work with?
A: I don't have one. I've worked with a few great photographers who are -not- known in the industry. They are small humble talents with amazing skills - thats the best kind of a photographer :)



GGotW: What keeps you busy when you're not modeling?
A: GAMING! I am a geek - I love games. Table top, rpgs, computer games, card games, whatever it is....Ill give it a try! I dont attend fetish parties or gothic balls..i attend gaming conventions.

Lady Atropos NoneGGotW: When you model are the clothes yours already, or are they bought / designed special for the shoot?
A: Some of the clothing are mine, some of the clothing are bough, some are sent to me to wear for a catalog. It all depends on what the shoot is for. I try and do a shoot with a purpose in mind.


GGotW: What's your favourite outfit to date?
A: My gasmask one :) - I call that one "Bishop".


GGotW: What is the coolest thing you've ever shoot?
A: The latex ballerina - I was suspended on ropes into the air as if I were a puppet ballerina on a massive stage. Oh man, did I make funny sounds! While I was suspended - the shibari rigger spun me around and puppetted me for a laugh.

GGotW: What is the wierdest thing you've ever shoot?
A: That would be an upcoming photo shoot I have planned..its a secret so I cant tell you :P

GGotW: What will you not shoot, or are you limitless?
A: I'm not a porn, adult, bondage, fetish model. Some of the stuff I shoot is cheeky or suggestive..but you won't find me on paysites. I am not a part of the adult industry - so I don't shoot it.

GGotW: Have you ever been ask to do something in shoot and weren't sure you wanted to?
A: Models get asked all the time to do things that they would never want to. I've had seemingly gentlemen photographers turn into creeps very quickly. I normally don't do what they want due to the requests usually being disrespectful and crude. If the behavior was unexcusable, I dont shoot with them again.

GGotW: What's up next for you? More shoots, shows, or some other project that you're working on in another field.
A: I'm returning to college. Modeling doesnt provide a 401k (*editor* a retirement fund), or much else. It is very fun, and creative..but I sooner depend upon an education and a good job to provide for my retirement
funding.

GGotW: When you started your website, was there are propose behind it other than exposure?
A: Yes, I use it as a training grounds for my marketing skills. I am very successful with promotion things online and have several websites that are the #1 google search result for many big key words. My personal website is a playground for the study of that marketing form - where I can screw around with its promotion and take that knowledge to my clients.

GGotW: What can you say to advise other models or aspiring models?
A: Modeling is fun, but to be careful and dont step into it being too serious. You have to be able to laugh at yourself - otherwise you and others will tear you apart.


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