CANADA'S # 1 INKED MODEL MISS KEELY MARIE INDUSTRY INSIDER SPOTLIGHT

Tell us on you what’s your favorite tattoo?

I have so much love for all artists I have been fortunate to be tattooed by. I am about great ideas/memories and good vibes, It is always an honor to wear and display a custom work of art.

What made you want to start getting tattooed and what was your first tattoo?

Living in Vancouver BC Canada, I am surrounded by many multicultural influences. I’ve always been fascinated with tattoos and enjoy living the tattoo culture! I love the self-expression aspects of collecting meaningful artwork. My first tattoo was a 4 leaf clover, I have since covered up to make room for my calf tattoo. The ink that colors my skin reflects from my soul the many milestones, memories, and keepsakes.

If there was one tattoo artist in the world you could ink by who would it be?

It would be a dream to get a piece from the talented Dave Paulo from Portugal.

How long have you been modeling and what was your favorite shoot to date?

I have been modeling for 9 years. It is hard to pick a favorite, I love working with such creative people! My favorite shoots are the ones where I
evolve as a model, learn, and grow, it’s amazing for the soul.

Do people ask you ridiculous and or funny questions about your tattoos and what was there?

Do they hurt? is a good one… yes of course they do some more than others lol or what about when you get older? I usually respond with some witty remarks.

People’s opinions are just that….theirs. And it’s none of my business what they think of me.

What did you want to be when you were growing up and tattooed apart of it?

I wanted to be a mechanic and an actress when I was a kid lol, an interesting combo. I looked up to a lot of mechanics and mechanically inclined family members. One of the mechanics had tattoos, and I was always fascinated with them 🙂 I did go to school for Automotive and worked in the Auto & Powersports industry for 7 years before I got into modeling and acting.

What do you like to do in your spare time when you’re not modeling?

In my spare time, you can find me at the gym, doing Aerial classes, outside getting active, going on an adventure, and exploring our world, hanging out with friends & family. Living life to the fullest!

Tell us how you would describe yourself in a few sentences?

I am a very outgoing positive girl. I’ve been a ray of sunshine since the day I was born in Athens Greece. Raised on my family’s farm in the small town of St Thomas Ontario and moved out to BC when I was 10.

Growing up a farm girl I’ve always had a passion for working hard and playing harder. I have a background in automotive and power sports but am a promotional rep currently.

My true passion is modeling as well I have been dabbling in some acting and would love to do more of it. I’m a bit of a blend of two different worlds but I wouldn’t want it any other way. I am always trying to help people see the good in everything while kicking ass and taking names. I love to travel and have a wild heart and a gypsy soul, going on adventures every chance I get sometimes within a few hour’s notice. I have Tattoos only on my left side.

My right side is completely tattooed free, so I can be a bit of this or that depending on what side you’re looking at or what mood I may be in :). All of my tattoos have some significant meaning or a memory of a time in my life whether good or bad their part of me and who I am. I love the art and expression of tattoos and plan on more in my future.

What inspired you to get into tattoo modeling?

Modeling has been a passion of mine and continues to help me grow and evolve in many aspects of my life. When I was younger I was quiet and shy and always looked up to models for being so outgoing and making themselves vulnerable to the world. I knew I wanted to be one of those strong courageous women one day and help empower people along the way just as they did for me.

What types of shoots do you like doing the most?

I love to learn new skills, so creative shoots and switching it up doing all different styles are my favs!

Your manager DTEFLON Crowned you as Canada’s #1 versatile inked model

What does that mean to you to be labeled that and how does it feel to be the face of the brand in Launching Alliance Entertainment’s inked model division

I am so flattered, I really appreciate that as I try my best to switch it up and not be labeled as JUST an Alternative model. I am a model and I can and will do it all!

I am thankful for this opportunity with AEMT models and I will try and lead the way in this new division.

What you feel separates you from all the other inked models out there and how did you come about landing a contract with AE and what made you stand out!

I feel what separates me from the other models out there is my versatility, I am always wanting to do different genres and do them well. I saw a post about looking for inked models and I applied, my versatility is what made me stand out.

Favorite Car:

I love All vintage muscle cars & trucks.

So we know models have a lot of fans and receive a lot of attention both online and in-person and some wanted and some definitely not. What’s the worst pick up line you ever heard?

I’ve been getting it since I started in the automotive industry, I’ve got thick skin. The good ones or the bad ones, if they make me smile or laugh it’s a good time.