Interview with Kiernan Kit
Kiernan Kit is a 23-year old model residing in Los Angeles, California.
How would you introduce yourself to our readers?
One of the prominent aspects of any good interview comes from a woman or man with a great story. My story is unique and the quality of life I live is only striven out of the hardship I’ve endeavored. Some hardships ruin people because they loose themselves in the thrash of the tornado. Only recently, within the last year, have I really found myself and have become one with my true identity. I’ve always been “too happy” or smile too much. Something I’ve been told my whole life. There’s nothing wrong with being happy. My strive and crave for real life was born quite some time ago but like any form of life, just needed time to grow and develop. You may be wondering why I would cover myself in tattoos. I see myself as a canvas and an expression of my life. I put myself through college by managing and tattooing in a tattoo shop in Tucson, Az. Now coincidentally all 4 of my artists are on this next season of Ink Master. I guess I hand picked all of my artists quite nicely. Now I live in the beautiful Los Angeles where I get to enjoy all of the great things that California has to offer. Within the last 3 years I’ve really developed an understanding and love of the city. Amazing hiking trails in Malibu, yacht parties in the Marina, penthouse music video shoots in downtown, and all of glitz and glamour of Hollyhood. Working in the event world And being in the industry I see how alcohol and drugs ruin people so I choose to not have any vices. I love life for what it is and don’t want to escape from it’s true beauty. Let’s have some fun ladies and gentlemen. Overall I live to be happy, I love to adventure, so let’s laugh the night away.
When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?
My first commercial was when I was 9 months old. A local sushi commercial with a high pitched female narrating my reactions as I stuffed my face with rice balls. Pretty adorable. Along the years my parents put me in modeling, acting, and dancing classes. Preparing me for more than I thought at the time being in little old Tucson, Az. I really took my modeling to the next level after I turned 18 and really networked my way to using and abusing everything I could in the industry of Az. Traveling to Phoenix regularly for paid gigs. All of it preparing me for what I’m in the middle of now in Los Angeles.
What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?
I love picking a hobby, perfecting it, and moving on. Modeling is a never ending moldable creature. Always something new and exciting. In 5 years I see myself sitting in the audience of the golden globe awards waiting to hear my name for the next big feature. Very plausible since I’ve been in 3 features already with prominent roles. Still waiting for them to come out in theaters. In 10 years I see myself traveling on a sail boat through the Caribbean as my 3 houses in Malibu are rented out making me money on the go. Create a vision and then execute. Do it up people.
How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?
All I have time for alongside my business is attending at least 2 shoots a week that usually consist of vintage product line shoots or alternative fashion and glamour. I was recently in a huge fashion show downtown that was absolutely everything I could dream of. I love that I’ve gotten to the point of paid assignments only but every so often if it’s a really good concept will I do trade for print. Achieving goals everyday.
Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.
I hear horror stories all of the time. A great one from my mother who grew up in Hollywood actually. ” I’m so proud of you sweety. I remember I walked into a house for a shoot once and there was dog crap all over the floor. Should’ve walked out then but instead continued on in hopes for a good shoot. Then he insisted I sit down. Then persisted that I rub him off then ran out.” I replied “Yeah mom I guess I’m proud of me too haha”. Love her until I die. I really personally haven’t had any really bad experiences except for a previous agent I had that was trying to push me in the adult entertainment world and I pushed back. Hard. I’ve met amazing people along the way and of course not so great. You learn how to weave through the maze of uncertainty.
Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?
I’ve had endless amounts of funny moments. One in particular was when I was in the middle of a video interview for a contest. One of the categories was dancing and rocking out to a rock song of your choice. I picked crazy bitch by Buck Cherry. First song that popped into my head. I’m rocking out hard at this point thrashing my hair around having a great time and then BOOM. Smacked my head on one of the overhead lights and knocked myself out. Woke up on the floor and started uncontrollably laughing so hard. Everyone in the room was dying laughing seeing I was ok. Catching that moment on camera was amazing. I’ll never let adrenaline take over my body again like that I’ll tell you that much.
Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?
The snooty superficial persona that girls think they have the rights too. Good luck with that in life ladies. Being anything other than down to earth and cordial just looks awful to me.
Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.
I’m actually sitting in the passenger seat right now on my way to power yoga in Santa Monica. I’m constantly kicking my own butt whether it’s running on the trails through Laurel Canyon or going to the gym. Love being in shape and eating healthy. Speaking of, probably going to enjoy a big fat ahi tuna salad after yoga. Yummmm.
Please share something people don’t know about you.
Most people don’t know that I used to be a pole fitness instructor so I basically defy gravity on a pole. Just saying.
Would you change anything about yourself (physical or otherwise) if you could?
Hmm… Nope. I’ve developed my look and my life to be exactly what I want. Even got myself invisalign because I wasn’t exceptionally happy with my smile but now I am!
Have you ever gone without wearing underwear all day? Why & what did you do?
I try and avoid underwear at all costs. They’re constricting, itchy and bacteria harvesters. Unless I’m wearing jeans. No body likes a chafed vag. Oh wow I’m classy. Enjoy!