Q & A with Jewel K...

Ktown213:  Jewel, give us your 30 second intro!

Jewel K:  I guess you can say I'm an an aspiring Korean-American model, actress, and future educator.  I am very much looking forward to representing Koreans in our society.

Ktown213:  We all know about your aspirations to become a model/actress, but when did you have thoughts of becoming a teacher?

Jewel K:  Since childhood my first goal was to become a school teacher, along with my dreams of being a model & actress.  Never camera shy & always outspoken & outgoing, I knew I had the drive in me.  In recent years after graduating undergrad from Temple University (B.S. in Early Childhood & Elementary Education), I am now pursuing my Master's in Elementary Education at the Villanova University.

Ktown213:   How is it at Villanova University?

Jewel K:  I love it!  I'm also the only Korean female in the grad department for Education, currently in the program.  The other Asian students are teachers from China, but I am the one Korean representing.  Since starting grad school I've taken the initiative to pursue my extra curricular interests in modeling & acting.  You know, I would love to also pursue singing in the near future too.

Ktown213:   OK, going back to your modeling aspirations, how did you get into it?

Jewel K:  One night during an Asian club party, a girlfriend took me out & it was my first time going to a night club here in Pennsylvania, at age 19!  I guess you can say I was a very sheltered girl because I was never allowed to go out throughout high school.  Well that same night they featured an anonymous model contest, meaning anyone could enter.  We would walk on stage a few times while the crowd cheered & the judges voted.  Even my girlfriend & her friends competed.  I didn't know about this contest until that night so just imagine, I wasn't even prepared!  But I just went up wearing my tank and mini skirt.  As soon as I stepped up, the crowd cheered wildly and I received the $200 cash prize.  I will never forget that rush of energy inside & my heart beating fast as the crowd roared me on.  I never in my life had that experience but from that moment on, I realized I was on to something.  Later on, I decided to take bolder risks & started off with the night scene as a cocktail girl for local Asian Clubs.  From cocktail girl to small promo jobs, now I am represented by 10 agencies here in the tri-state area (PA, NJ, DE).



Ktown213:  Do you plan to stay in Pennsylvania forever?

Jewel K:  No, New York would be my next big step, and California my ultimate dream to end at.

Ktown213:  Any bad sides to modeling?

Jewel K:  So far no.  As long as you are represented by legit agencies, you are on the right track.  I also recommend reading a book called "A Model's Primer".  It helps you understand the business.  The book also teaches you about taking your own initiatives. 

Ktown213:  Which career path would you take more seriously?

Jewel K:  Well, especially over here in small town PA, it's best to hold a fulltime career focus, education in my case.  I'd like to pursue modeling/acting part time on the side as extra curricular enjoyment because you can not rely on it for full time income.  But I will say that even when I begin teaching, I plan to continue modeling/acting on my free time.

Ktown213:  What advise would you give to others in your position?

Jewel K:  Jewel K's quote: Dedication, internal motivation, understanding the business, and commitment is what leads to successful outcome.  Also, I highly recommend taking acting classes on the side, since you can't really just get by with modeling alone.  Especially if you don't have what's called the super model height!  I'm don't have it, so I pursue acting together with modeling.   Most of my agencies book jobs for modeling & acting together, not one or the other.

Ktown213:  Who has been a big inspiration in your life?

Jewel K:  Family, friends, and ultimately God. I'm a strong believer in God I believe God is the inspiration for my being, health, and life.  My family and friends are gifts from above.  They're really helpful, supportive, encouraging, loving, and caring.

Ktown213:  What do you like to do for fun, or what are your hobbies?

Jewel K:  Because of my busy schedule, I put time for personal fun & hobbies on the bottom of my priority list.  Another part time endeavor?  I currently work as a "Main Line Nanny."  That's a professional name for being a babysitter.  I work for some prestigious families in my local area.  We have a very large need for nannies in my area and I am represented by two childcare referral companies.  I only wish I knew about this while I was an undergrad student, it would've helped me out a lot.  Some families offer room, board, money, and all living expenses paid for.  There are currently many families in need.  If anyone in the PA area is interested, contact me KoreanAngel918@yahoo.com!

Ktown213:  OK, time for some useless chatter.  Are you a cat lover or dog lover?

Jewel K:  I love dogs!  I'm allergic to cats though!  One day, I would love contribute big in helping out abused animals.  I'm a big believer in caring for our animals! 

Ktown213:  Wow, so passionate about animals...

Jewel K:  Well, being raised only a few minutes away from local farms, my childhood days consisted of riding horses & attending horse shows and dog shows.  I think that's where my love for animals stem from.  I learned to appreciate the Earth & its living creatures. 

Ktown213:  What do you like to eat?

Jewel K:  Well I keep up with good health habits.  I eat my fruits, veggies, drink plenty of h2o, low carb foods, organic foods, and I exercise consistently. 

Ktown213:  What was the last movie you watched?

Jewel K:  Last movie I saw was Kill Bill. 

Ktown213:  It's starting to get a bit chilly here in California.  What do you like to do during winter in Pennsylvania? 

Jewel K:  For winter time I love to stay snuggled up inside my house, sipping on some hot chocolate with marsh mellows.  It's freezing cold here snow storms are common.  Sometimes you have to stay inside until the next day.  The snow can gets steep here, from several inches to a feet tall snow!  See nothing like Cali life style!

Ktown213:  Any recent credits or projects? Where can we see more of Jewel K?

Jewel K:  I've mostly been doing live promotional jobs.  Just this past weekend I worked at a small booth for the Eagles Game as a Foreman Mills model.  I may be featured in an upcoming TV commercial.  Also look for me in December's Maxim issue.  It's not a photo shoot on me but I was booked for a private Maxim & Budweiser Double Exposure party.  The Maxim photographer said we should be featured as thumbnails on one of the pages from the party.  I also danced it up with Dr. Maxim herself on camera!  Lastly, I've been auditioning for several television roles.  If anything exciting comes up I will let you know.

Ktown213:  What are your turn-ons and turn-offs?

Jewel K:  My turn-ons are genuine sincere guys who look for people's inner beauty & seek a meaningful experience with others.  Turn-offs are guys who do not keep their word, and are disloyal.  Guys who don't care to appreciate the beauty around them, nor appreciate life.

Ktown213:  Have you ever been to K-Town Los Angeles?  If so, how’d you like it?

Jewel K:  I visited during my birthday weekend around Sept 18th.  I would love to visit again!  I've yet to learn more about the Korean culture & life style in K-Town.  I'm definitely excited about visiting California in the near future.  California is definitely much more diverse!  I miss it.  We don't even have a Koreatown in Pennsylvania.  The nearest K-Town is New York and it's only about a block long. It's nothing compared to California's K-Town.

Ktown213:  Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?

Jewel K:  Doing what I love, teaching full time, and modeling & acting part time.  Exactly where, I don't know at this moment.

Ktown213:  And finally, your favorite website?

Jewel K:  Ktown213.com of course!  Also, I love bebe.com, I love their clothes and I used to work there!

Ktown213:  Well we thank you for your time Jewel, you’re certainly a beautiful lady, and we wish you the best of luck!

Jewel K:  Thank you Ktown213!