My name is Kay de Courval and I am 20 years old. I started modeling at 18 and actually landed my first magazine spread shortly after. Since then I have been featured in over 15 magazines worldwide! Some of them being PB Mexico, FHM, and Maxim. I got discovered by Celebrity/Fitness photographer Paul Venomous who took me under his wing and taught me everything I need to know. I have been blessed to be on this amazing journey involving travels, meeting new people, and inspiring projects! Besides my modeling, I am currently working in the Real Estate field but plan on expanding my education and studying astronomy. I am an animal lover and will fight for any cause I truly believe in. Something you don’t know about me – I am very short! Only 5’2″! It happens very often where people meet me for the first time and thought I was super tall due to my photos, but nope! I love to read and write and am currently working on expanding my Health & Wellness blog – www.tasteofhealthy.blogspot.com. I love to be active and always have a smile on my face 🙂
So what were you doing five minutes before this interview? Making lemon-water 🙂
What made you want to pursue a modeling career? The fact that I get to shoot for my favorite brands and meet such amazing people.. not to forget the amazing travel opportunities!
What do you feel that separates you from other models that are in the game right now? I would say my eyes.. and my geeky side 🙂
Where have you made appearances? (video, print, etc) Print – 6 pages spread in Nine5Four Magazine a couple of days after I turned 18!
Out of all the work you’ve done so far, which was your favorite video or photoshoot? Probably getting to shoot with tattoo legend Ami James of Miami and New York Ink!
What projects are you currently working on? Shooting the 2014 collection of HK Army – my favorite paintball company!
When do you feel most beautiful? In workout gear.
What’s the first thing you do in the morning and the last thing you do at night? Wash my face!!
What makes you laugh uncontrollably? Bad Lip Readings on YouTube.
What do you do to de-stress after a bad day? Episome Salt & Baking Soda bath.. amazing.
What’s your favorite thing to do when you’re with your friends? Talk about conspiracies!
What inspires your passion and what excites & motivates you about modeling? Knowing that I have been chosen to represent certain brands that I looked up to when I was younger!
What do you think, Is it important to attended fashion modeling courses? I’ve personally never been but I can only imagine it being beneficial to models.
How you communicate with other netizens, especially your followers? How often you reply to them? I try and answer as many messages as possible but it does get a little hectic. I love trying to keep in contact with my fans as much as I can.
Has modeling changed other aspects of your life? It has helped me deal with a lot of self-esteem issues.
Is there anything you dislike about modeling ? The image it gives off to certain people.
And what are some things you dislike about the fashion industry? Peer-pressure aspect.
How you prepare yourself for a modeling shoot? Eat clean, train dirty.
What has been your best fashion look? What was your biggest fashion mistake? The best look I think is the “Disney Eyes” as quoted from North Trooper. Biggest fashion mistake, the lingerie paintball shoot thing I did a few years back … big nono.
What are your favorite types of outfits to model in? What are your least favorites? I love wearing brands!!! Least favorite would have to be fashion since that is not really the look I have.
Any ultimate goal to fulfill as a model? Ultimate Goal… probably shoot for Nike.
How do you see yourself progress in this field? I see myself progressing by finally going after what I like vs what I think is good for my career.
What kind of shoots would you like to work on in the future? More brands!
Which country you are from? Canada! I am born and raised in Quebec City.
What’s your favorite hang out spots there? I’d have to say my favorite hanging spot was the Old Quebec 🙂
What do you like to do for fun & entertainment? I play video games, read and entertain my puppy!
What is your perfect day, morning through to night? Wake up, yoga, walk my puppy, sit at a café, and read a book. COOK DINNER.. and hang with friends.
What’s your fashion mantra? Please describe your style? I’d have to say I have a more “dark” look with my tattoos! More of a skater look I guess.
What’s your beauty regime? Beauty regime simplified: WASH YOUR FACE MORNING AND NIGHT.
Do you eat nutritiously? I do! I try and aim to eat all organic but will not starve myself if the only options I have are not organic.
Is there any food which you avoid eating? I avoid any processed foods or non-fresh foods!
How often do you exercise or go to the gym? How much time do you spend there? As much as I can! I try and aim for 3 days a week.
Excluding all complicated beauty & fitness mantra, what do you think to be the easiest way to look pretty and glamorous? Look more natural.. less make-up.. work out and be comfortable with your body. Love yourself and it will radiate through your natural beauty.
What other modeling projects have you done? Could you provide us some links? Of course! I have done Playboy (non-nude). I have also done FHM. Shot for Hockey News Magazine, Krown, BLD, MAXIM.. and shot for many amazing brands.
What are your experiences in the fashion industry? Any advice for aspiring models? Be unique! Don’t try and blend in with other people. Standing out if the way to make it in this industry.
Which fashion magazine you like reading? Cosmopolitan 🙂
Tell me about your favorites. Favorite Color: Blue. Model: Jessa Hinton, Photographer: my buddy MATT BARNES, Favorite Film: Into the Wild, Favorite Actor… Dave Franco. Favorite Actress: Angeline Jolie or Mila Kunis, Favorite Singer: Luke Bryan. Favorite International Music: I love Czech house beats!, Favorite Food: Lasagna. Favorite holiday destination: California. Favorite Hobby: Blogging (Check out my blog: tasteofhealthy.blogspot.com, Favorite Festival: Country music festival, Favorite author: Nicholas Sparks, Favorite book: Into The Wild.
How you access the Internet? What device do you use? My iPhone, pink PC (hahaha).
What according to you is a more comfortable, quick, and easy device for accessing the Internet? I feel like everything is so much easier and faster on your smartphone these days!
Is there anything you like to add? Thank you for reading!
Your ultimate message for netizens ? Be unique and you will be the happiest you have ever been.