Interview with Marissa Jacobus
Marissa Jacobus is a 21-year old model residing in Garden Grove, California.
How would you introduce yourself to our readers?
I was born and raised in the OC. I love the artsy things in life and love how modeling allows one to create and mold themselves. I really enjoy meeting new people, and yes I am that weird person that will come up and talk to you for no reason. I really find joy in learning about new people and connecting with them. Besides modeling I enjoy ballet, art, and human anatomy is also fascinating to me as well.
When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?
Modeling has always been an interest to me. Not just because you get to look pretty, but because you can take and idea and make it into your own interpretation. I first got involved in the modeling industry, when a hair and makeup company wanted me to model for them. After that experience I decided I loved it and that it was a part of me. It is something that I feel comes natural to me. I feel like there are not very many red head models, so I got to represent!
What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?
My personal goals are to push myself as far as I can and see where I end up. Hopefully it will be somewhere rad, with lots of pizza. Just kidding, I see myself being happy and successful at whatever I am doing in five or ten years.
How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?
I model a couple times a month because I am in college, dance and work as well as model. I mainly do photo-shoots, such as dance, glamour, beauty,art and some sports.
Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.
I would say the best modeling experience would be is the first time I modeled with a male model. It was for a wedding photo shoot so the pictures had to be pretty intimate. I thought it would be super awkward, but it turned out to be a blast. We had great chemistry and it was wonderful to see a beautiful art form come together before our eyes.
Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?
Not yet, but I’m waiting for that moment to come.
Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?
Yes! I would love for real beauty to be able to shine as well as enhanced. I would love for the quirkier side of people to be expressed. To me, modeling is like painting a picture. If it doesn’t have character, or something to make it unique, it’s not as interesting.
Do you practice any sports and what do you typically eat? Please elaborate on the importance of nutrition and exercise in your life.
I used to run cross country and track, but after six years of competing I got tired of it. So now I focus more on ballet to stay in shape and keep a lean and flexible figure. I eat pretty healthy, no fast food at all, but like to splurge on some sweets every now and then. Juicing is also a favorite for me. Getting micronutrients never tasted so good
Please share something people don’t know about you.
That I do have a soul -get it, because I’m a ginger-.
Would you change anything about yourself?
Probably not. I’ve come to a point in my life where I can accept and love myself for who I am flaws and all. I can only strive to make myself better each day, physically and mentally.
Have you ever been fired from a job?
When I was seventeen I worked at Mrs. Field’s cookies at my local mall. It was a seasonal job possibly longer. So on christmas eve my boss was talking to me saying how we probably wouldn’t need as many people after the holidays. I didn’t get the hint that she was talking about me. So the next week I showed up to work asking when I was next scheduled. The awkward silence I received after that question finally hit me that I was the one that got let go. So they handed me my tips and I did the akward never coming back here shuffle out of the mall.