Interview with Parker Love Bowling — Teenage Troma Poster Girl
Parker Love Bowling is a 16-year old model residing in Los Angeles, California.
How would you introduce yourself to our readers?
My name is Parker Love Bowling, I am sixteen-years-old, born and raised in the Los Angeles area, where I live with my immensely talented sister, Kansas Bowling, part time; and part time with my parents. I like sewing, reading, writing, playing the guitar, and watching Old Hollywood movies. I am an actress and model completely enamored by the city I live in!
When, how and why did you first get involved in the modeling industry?
I got involved in the modeling industry the summer of 2014 as the poster girl for my sister’s film, “B.C. Butcher” which is premiering early 2016. I didn’t know I was going to be the poster girl, she just asked to take some photos of me one day and now my picture is in every horror magazine or website you can name!
What are your personal and professional goals? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years?
In ten years I definitely hope to have made a name for myself in the modeling and film industries. I want to be the next Tuesday Weld, having a cult following that immortalizes me. I am still quite young, therefore my goals and plans fluctuate frequently, and as of now, I’m just along for the ride!
How often are you modeling and what does it usually consist of?
I usually only did shoots when contacted by photographers, but lately I have been getting more and more job offers. What used to be a once a month hobby has turned into a weekly, or even daily job, and when I’m not doing shoots I am constantly going out on auditions and acting in people’s short films and music videos.
Please tell us about the best and/or worst experiences you’ve had so far in modeling.
The most rewarding experience in my modeling career thus far was just recently when I was flipping through Flaunt Magazine’s new Dial-Up Issue and stumbled across a photo of myself. I did not even know that it was published! It was quite a welcome shock!
Have you had anything funny, embarrassing or completely out of the ordinary happen during your modeling career?
The most memorable and funny experience I’ve had so far is having Richie Ramone of The Ramones throw a tomato at my face in a music video for the band Kill My Coquette. The director was targeting my face for the shot but kept missing, so she employed Richie, whom I was acting alongside, to throw the tomato since he had the best aim. It was very comical and he felt really bad about it.
Is there anything you would change about the modeling industry if you could?
If I could change one thing about the modeling industry it would be the height requirements. Being only 5’5, it is hard to book certain jobs. I am only sixteen so am of course still growing, but I think a height requirement should only be placed on models for the runway, not print. Most agencies will not book anyone under 5’7, which I find silly.
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 play roller derby with the LA Junior Derby Dolls, but other than that have never been that into sports. I enjoy swimming, biking and I walk pretty much everywhere I go. Besides all that I do not maintain an exercise routine, though it is important to me that I always stay active and healthy. As for my diet, I am a vegetarian and do not eat dairy, but eat almost anything else. My favorite food is kiwi and I have at least three a day.
Please share something people don’t know about you.
I love journalism and want to start my own publication one day. And I love The Monkees, but I can’t decide who’s my favorite one. Long live rock ‘n’ roll!
Would you change anything about yourself?
I would not change anything about myself. It’s important to be yourself and love who you are.
Do you have any fears or phobias?
This will probably be the weirdest answer you’ve ever gotten to this question, but I have a huge sticker phobia and am terrified of yetis. Don’t take me on The Matterhorn at Disneyland and if you buy me a kiwi the sticker better be removed and then washed or I’ll freak out.
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