JESSICA NOTELO

When I'm working on a problem, I never think about beauty. I think only how to solve the problem. But when I have finished, if the solution is not beautiful, I know it is wrong. -R. Buckminster Fuller

PIM: Jessica.You are truely Poetry in Motion.Tell us about yourself, How did the journey begin. Where have your exploits taken you..... Tell Tell?

jessica: Well my modelling has only really taken off fairly recently. Last year around September I met a guy who just happened to be a tog (photographer) and he took a few pics of me which I really enjoyed. I then met the genius photographer, Peter Sealy-Fisher, who took amazing photos of me, which are still favourites of mine to this day! His photos grabbed so much attention that things got a bit hectic and have been ever since.

What are some of your goals of being a model.Where would you want to be in ten years time?
Wow, ten years is a long time! I'm really enjoying my modelling at the moment, I love the challenge of trying to capture the one shot that really says something, it's like acting really, and I learn more about myself every time. Though, I think my real passion lies in people and interracting with different people from different cultures, ages, races etc and especially children. So what I would love to do is to combine the two and at the same time do good for the environment, which, I suppose, is what I'm doing with Miss Earth SA in association with Consol at the moment!

So you are a semi finalist of Miss Earth...anything you’d like to say. A message for our readers to entice them to vote for you?Any advice also on the environment?
Haha well if it was a voting competition that would be great but it doesn't work like that. A panel of experienced judges comes in and judges all the girls on various aspects, so it's really kept tight and professional.
As for some advice on the environment, I would urge all the readers to constantly try to be more aware of their actions and how they are impacting the environment. Small things like leaving your cell phone charger plugged in can have a massive impact just because everyone thinks "ag it's just my little charger". Switch to energy saver light bulbs and try to use less water. Just by doing these three things you will be making a notable difference but visit www.goinggreen.com to see what else you can do.

Speaking of which. What’s a typical day in the life of Jessica N?
I don't think there really is a "typical" day that I go through. Between modelling, tutoring, dancing, studying and the various Miss Earth activities, every day is different but I do love to try fit in a horse ride here and there when I find time.

If you could cook PIM any meal and desert to blow us away...What would that be?
Hmmm, well I'm known for my chicken napolitana pasta, so that would definitely be the main. Nothing beats a tropical salad and some fresh ciabatta to start with, and for dessert, my mom's unbeatable chocolate mousse. mmmm...

If you had to have KIDNAP any sportsman/celeb, who would that be ha ha?
Definitely James Franco!!!

Your dream shoot…Pick a location, a theme ?
Wow, um, probably Hawaii and the whole natural beach Goddess theme... cliched but still a must!

Oh and what would you regard as the sexiest part of your body and a guys? :)
MY body? Um probably my back and eyes, my fav part of a man's body is their face, there's nothing sexier than a man who knows how to use his face!

What was the most bizarre and funny come on line that a guy has used on You?
Haha this one guy once said: "you must be the reason for global warming, 'cause you're hot!". I thought that was kinda ironic!
2010...in SA...UR THOUGHTS..How do you think we will handle it, Are you optimistic about SA and the future in retrospect to the economy, change of presidency etc? Let me put it this way. If you were president of this country. What would you change NOW!
I think we already are handling it. I think everything in general is coming together quite nicely and I can feel the spirit building around me, the roadworks are another story! If I was president now, regarding the roads, currently we are having such bad pothole problems, I would make sure they were fixed PROPERLY instead of a quick overlay that only lasts a couple of weeks. A pothole down the road from me has been "fixed" 4 times in the last 2 months, rather fix it once and properly!

Are you positive about SA...... "How would you entice people from around the world to visit SA...?
Well the world cup is definitely a bonus but think of the amazing "rainbow nation" in which we live, there are so many wonderful things that we find ONLY in SA. There are wonderful tourist attractions and things to do, but I believe that a lot international populations (the Americans in particular) are uneducated regarding South Africa. I think international travel centres should play a promotional movie on SA and all the wonderful experiences so that when travellers are looking for places to go it catched their eye.

Tell us about one talent that you have that we never able to guess?
I have a pretty cool trick I do with a pen haha! But other than that I can sing.

What’s your favourite fashion brand?I love Lee Cooper Jeans and YDE!
If you had a million rand, What would be your first purchase? hmm probably a trip to YDE and then to the bank.

Favorite Food and Drink: Indian food, Red wine
If you had to get someone drunk quickly, What would you order them at the bar he he?
Probably tequila because I know if I end up drinking with them I'll be fine!

Favorite perfume on you: D&G Light Blue, Vera Wang Glam Princess
One wish you would like to come through? I know it's a selfish wish, but I have always wanted to be able to fly!

A quote that you always live by: "Dream as if you will live forever, live as if you will die today" - James Dean

If we snuck into your bedroom, what could we find you sleeping in?
Haha well I'm a VERY light sleeper so you wouldn't be able to sneak in but I when I jump out from behind my door with a baseball bat I'd probably be wearing a JT and undies.

What type of music have you been listening too lately: Colbie Caillat, Michael Buble, Jason Mraz
Last movie you watched? The last song

What do you do to feel sexy? Put on my most flattering, sexy, little black dress!

Would you say a woman can learn how to be a model, or modeling is something in the genes? You have it or you don't have it at all? Why do you think so?
I think anyone can learn how to model. Confidence comes from within and shows on the camera. No matter how a girl looks, if she feels sexy on the inside, it'll show on the outside.

If you could be anyone famous in the World today, who would you want to be and Why?
I would never want to be anyone but me. I have no clue how someone else thinks and feels and stepping into their body would be sooo weird! I'd like to be me, but famous, because, even though I might be a bit strange sometimes, I know me and I know how to handle me!

Are you single? Whilst we on the topic, How important is a guy’s dress sense to you? So PIM can spruce up and impress someone like you. What’s your ideal man?
Haha yes, I am. It's quite important how a guy presents himself to me because I like to know that he likes to impress, yet at the same time he must be able to be comfortable in a T Shirt and tracksuit pants. I prefer a guy who is in touch with his feminine side enough to make himself look good, as long as he's not self-assured and cocky.

If Jessica Notelo wanted to impress PIM, What would you do to blow PIM oway on a date....Details please,,,from dressing up to activities
Okay well my idea of a great first date would definitely be dinner so you can talk and get to know the other person, and don't forget the red wine! I would suggest one of the restuarants at the square at Monte Casino, it's a beautiful setting, we could take a stroll afterwards, and there's a SINGING FOUNTAIN!!! What else could we ask for?! But most of all, it's close to home and I go there often so it would be a chance for me to see if my date would fit into my lifestyle or not. Provided it's summer I would wear a classy mini (but not too mini) dress and a nice pair of heels. Not too over the top but definitely that wow factor!

Good luck Jessica. PIM wishes all the success in the future AND miss Earth.
Thank you, PIM, it's been great chatting and thanks for having me!

ANESCA SWART

We ascribe beauty to that which is simple; which has no superfluous parts; which exactly answers its end; which stands related to all things; which is the mean of many extremes. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

PIM: Anesca.You are truely Poetry in Motion. . How did the journey begin. Where have your exploits taken you..... Tell Tell? What are some of your major achievements?

I started modelling when I was 14 and at that time it was only to do something extra curricular. I really liked it and started doing pageants. Although I've never won a title, I was always placed among the top three at least. Haha! Anyway, after a while I joined an agency and
Voila!Some of my biggest achievements include being a finalist in the Face of Paco Rabanne XS competition which is an international fashion brand and the competition was nation wide. Also, I've worked on two local films namely Wild At Heart and Bakgat 2. I'm also a cheerleader for the university I'm studying at. I've done a few fashion shows, but nothing major yet. I'm still waiting for my big break! Haha!

Speaking of which. What’s a typical day in the life of Anesca Swart?
A typical day in my life is actually very boring. I'm currently doing my Honour's degree in Economics, so other than that, there's not much time for anything else! Haha! But I do make time for loved ones of
course. And then there's castings for modelling jobs from time to time.
When I do go out to party, I make it worthwhile though. Haha!

 If you could cook PIM any meal and desert to blow us away...What would that be?
I'm really not a good cook at all. My staple food is currently two minute noodles! Haha! But if I were to really put effort into a meal, it would be something traditional (I'm from a very small town, where restaurants is almost non-existing!), so it would be the traditional Sunday type of meal with lamb, vegetables and lots of carbs with a sweet red wine! For dessert, of course Malva pudding with a nice choclate sauce and cocktails later.

If you had to have KIDNAP any sportsman/celeb, who would that be ha ha?
If I could kidnap a sportsman or celebrity, it would be Quentin Chong. He's the South African, and World Champion of Muay-Thai, a type of martial arts. I'd kidnap him (or at least try to), so he can teach me
this art. I can't get enough of this sport! But I still have to gain enough courage to actually try it myself. I love my face too much.Haha!

Your dream shoot…Pick a location, a theme ?
As for my dream shoot, it would be in a bikini on the beaches of Phuket in Thailand. The water is an amazing bright blue colour and it's so serene. I think it'd make an amazing shoot!

Oh and what would you regard as the sexiest part of your body and a guys? :)
The sexiest part of my body is definitely my buttocks. I've received a lot of compliments for them! But I think I'm overall quite nicely in shape and everything is in relation. As for guys, definitely shapely legs and a strong jawbone! Can't go wrong with that!

What are some of the competions or events we can find you in ?What exciting stuff have you done or are planning on doing regarding your modelling?
Modelling has definitely sent me on some weird journeys, like when I was doing a haute couture fashion show, the designer didn't want the models to potentially damage the dresses, so he dressed us himself! And
we were standing there in nothing but a g-string! Definitely felt uncomfortable that day!

What was the most bizarre and funny come on line that a guy has used on You?
A guy once used a really really bad pick-up line on me. He said: " You are the second most beautiful woman in the world." I asked him who the most beautiful was then? He said: " That woman will still have to be born." Now it sounds okay at first I guess. But then you start thinking that it may have been an insult, because then obviously more beautiful women were to come and you would be replaceable? Plus, I didn't know how to react to that. I just said okay and walked off. It's not the kind of line that really makes a girl feel special you know? I like pick-up lines, they're so cute. Like:"Did it hurt when you fell out of heaven?"
and things like that. Cheesy is still awesome! It'll work on me. Haha!

2010...in SA...UR THOUGHTS..How do you think we will handle it, Are you optimistic about SA and the future in retrospect to the economy, change of presidency, latest political issues etc? Let me put it this way. If you were president of this country. What would you change NOW!
I don't really like talking about politics. But 2010 is an amazing honour for our country. I was really surprised with how wonderful the stadiums look! I'm really positive about it. I am concerned about crime
though. That is what's tearing our country apart. Racism will always be an issue, but I just wish that people could realise that we do need each other. If I was president, I would concentrate on the infrastructure of the country and the public hospitals. Potholes will definitely have to be fixed and the state of the hospitals is just a scary thought! I would look into other emerging countries' policies and make some adjustments like lowering tax!

Tell us about one talent that you have that we never able to guess?
I have a talent for the game Need for Speed! I'm really good and I will challenge anyone!

What’s your favourite fashion brand: Sissy Boy and Guess. I love Sissy Boy jeans! They always fit perfectly!
If you had a million rand, What would be your first purchase? I would definitely do the safe thing and

invest. I could always play around with shares, but it's very risky. I would spend some too! Unfortunately a million rand is not enough for me to import a Ford Shelby GT 500 car. So I'll give a portion to the SPCA,
as animals lie very close to my heart and with the rest I'll take my mom on a mad shopping spree!

Favorite Food and Drink: Pizza & I love drinking Coke:I'm really a down to earth, girl-next-door type of person!
Favorite perfume on you As for perfume, anything by Guess makes me smell nice!
One wish you would like to come through? I have lost of wishes! The biggest right now is that I can become a famous SA model! Only you guys can make that happen for me!

A quote that you always live by: The quote that I live by is that there will always be someone worse off

than you, no matter how hard you may have it right now, so be thankful for the things you do have!
If we snuck into your bedroom, what could we find you sleeping in? I sleep in a tank top and hotpants! It's really the most comfortable
What type of music have you been listening too lately: I love house and hip hop music. Something I can dance to. I dance all the time by myself when no one's watching! Even if people is watching, I won't mind!

Last movie you watched? The latest movie I saw was such an inspiration. Avatar. It was a crazy long movie, but very worthwhile! And the graphics was awesome! I really recommend it!

What do you do to feel sexy?I'll dance around in little clothing or just go to a club where I can dance and have a lot of attention! Getting attention from the opposite sex in general is really a compliment. I've even had a lesbian girl trying to make a move on me! It was a really big compliment for me!

Would you say a woman can learn how to be a model, or modeling is something in the genes? You have it or you don't have it at all? Why do you think so?
Modelling can definitely be learnt. Most of the international models you see on Ftv was accidentally discovered somewhere and a lot of them are nothing like you would expect from a model. All models have come where they are today by learning. Talent and looks does play a role, but it's definitely not rocket science!

If you could be anyone famous in the World today, who would you want to be and Why?
it would have to be Hugh Hefner! I mean, look at all the assets the man has! And he's sweet too. He saved the Hollywood sign in LA by donating $900 000! So I think it'll be great if on your old age day you can still get to host amazing parties, have beautiful women all around you and be soooo rich! Haha!

Are you single? Whilst we on the topic, How important is a guy’s dress sense to you? So PIM can spruce up and impress someone like you. What’s your ideal man?
Unfortunately for you guys, I'm not single. I've been in a looong relationship for the past seven years. He's my first love from my school days, so yes, true love does still exist! Dress sense is extremely important! A guy in jeans and a cool t-shirt or collared shirt is really attractive! It doesn't have to be too much trouble. Simplicity with style is always appreciated! My ideal man is tall and shapely with a great sense of humour and style. I'm interested in a manly man. I'm a damsel in distress and need someone to open bottle caps and be a handyman. Also a gentleman who will open the car door for me for example.

If PIM had to take U on a date. What would we have to do to blow your socks off lol?
The ideal date for me would be a picnic somewhere outdoors. We would eat pizza of course and drink cocktails while chatting about everyday issues and our future aspirations. Then we'd go to the amusement park and have a blast on all the rides until our heads hurt! It would be sooo much fun. Something I'd look really forward to

Good luck Anesca A pleasure to have you on PIM. Best of luck with the Modelling and FHM Models 2010. We’ll get the votes coming your way..
Thanks again for the oppurtunity! All of the best to you and your users!