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How did you get started modeling?

I really just started collaborating with friends who were photographers and then the pics started circulating on the web and magazines started to want to publish them.

What excites you about modeling?

I love playing dress up. I don't generally wear much make-up or do much with my hair so it's nice to have someone do all that for me. And then to get in front of them camera is a total rush and I can let my inner crazy out a bit haha - that is as long as it's a great photographer. I hate working with photographers that don't interact.

Do you come from a background of training in the arts?

I danced a lot when I was younger and have always been involved with performing arts on some level - singing, acting, violin, piano.

What are your favorite types of outfits to model in?

I enjoy working a shoot with sheer, flowy, feminine clothing or the complete opposite - hard edge/bondage (think Helmet Newton). Or I just like shooting in the buff haha.

What are your least favorites?

Personally I am not a fan of the pin-up look. Not that I mind wearing such outfits and think some models are amazing at pin-up posses and the overall look, I just don't really think it suits me.

What is it about Tattoos that intrigues you?

It's art. I want to look at the image it's self as well as enjoy the way it works with and complements the body.

Are there any other creative mediums you work in?

I took a lot of video classes during my graduate studies. But  currently I am not pursuing any fine arts.

What kind of music do you like?

All music - classical, metal, pop, folk, hip-hop, industrial, rock...i am not a one genre of music type of person

What do you like to do for fun?

I love taking it easy and hanging with my friends, boyfriend, dogs...good food, good drinks, good weather all make me happy. I love sitting outdoors and people watching. And traveling is something I couldn't live with out. I recently went to Bali which was incredible.

See more of Jesse Lee Denning:

http://www.facebook.com/jesseleedenning

Photos by:

Carlos Peralta

John Bailey