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TESS MUNSTER A PLUS INTERVIEW FOR A PLUS SIZE MODEL Txt Bake and Destroy / Ph. © Tess Munster

Tess Munster is a Plus-Size Model, Make up Artist, founder of the #effyourbeautystandards movement & activist for body positivity. Sometime last year I was absentmindedly scrolling through my Facebook timeline when I was stopped in my tracks by an absolutely stunning face in a photo posted by my friend Roxanne. The face, I later found out, was attached to MissTess Munster, an up-and-coming plus size model from California. She’s been modeling hair accessories for Roxanne, among many other projects, and I only had to see a few more photos before I was making my way to her Facebook page to become a fan.

Your style is a little retro, a little spooky and a little bit fairytale… what kind of little girl were you? Were you always dressing up and pretending? I was always living in my own dream world. I have always had a very big imagination and I think that has a lot to do with my style. I spent my days hiding in the “clubhouse’” my grandpa had built for me and pretending that I was an actress, or some famous star. My mother would let me wear her makeup and clothes and I would dance around our house singing Ace of Base. While all of the girls around me were chasing boys, I was wearing Tweety Bird and playing with Barbies. Do you feel like your personal style has changed or evolved since your modeling career has taken off?

I’ve been following Tess for a year now, and every day my fandom grows a little more. Not only does she model “fatshions” so cute they make an average-sized gal like myself jealous, but she’s also a mom, a business woman and an activist. If you follow her on Tumblr you’ll see her offering words of encouragement to men and women of all shapes and sizes on a daily basis – be yourself, don’t let the fuckers get you down, beauty has no size, etc. (And please, for the love of Godzilla, consult her FAQ before you ask about her make up routine or where she gets her clothes!)

Oh definitely. The access and knowledge that I have gained to different designers that I didn’t have before has really changed how I dress and look at fashion. Also, I have always loved fashion, but I didn’t learn how to truly love myself and feel comfortable in my own skin until I started modeling. With that came the confidence to be more adventurous with clothing. I take risks and don’t limit myself on what I “can’t” wear because of my size. Before modeling I didn’t even own lingerie, now I will wear a bustier or garter skirt out to an event. If you got, flaunt it, right?

I finally decided it was time to step away from all the baking and destroying for a moment, and to introduce this inspiring woman to those of you who haven’t already seen her in the pages of Inked and Skorch Mag, or modeling your favorite plus-sized fashions. Speaking of which, stay tuned until the end of the interview for a sweet giveaway from Domino Dollhouse, one of Tess’ favorite clothing companies.

Sometimes I read the fan letters you get on Facebook and Tumblr and I get choked up. It’s so amazing to see how much confidence you instill in other women of all shapes and sizes – did that take you by surprise at first? How do you feel about being a role model?

SoTess, you were discovered by a casting agent for A&E’s “Heavy” through your portfolio on Model Mayhem – what made you decide to pursue modeling in the first place? What were you doing before you started booking modeling jobs? I had always wanted to be a model, but never thought that I would have the opportunity to because of my height and size. Once I landed the “Heavy” gig, I realized that was my chance to finally pursue my dream. Prior to modeling, I worked in banking and at a dental office.

Yes, it was surreal… It still is. When I got my first letter I cried, and I thought, “Who? Me?” To this day, I don’t consider myself a role model, but more of an “ambassador” for women and men of all sizes, sex, race, etc. Believe it or not, I get a lot of emails from gay men that relate to me because they to know what it’s like to be treated like an outcast for something you cannot change. The message of loving yourself is universal, and affects us all whether we admit it or not. I just try my very best to make sure that everything I’m doing and saying is setting a good example for everyone that is watching me. There are so many examples of what not to do out there, and I don’t want to be one.

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I’ve heard you say that the key to confidence is to surround yourself by positive people who build you up rather than tear you down. (And when all else fails, put on some lipstick and go out and have fun.) Do you still have moments when your confidence waivers? If so, what triggers that? Like everyone, I’m human so I most certainly have my moments. It’s usually a combination of the opposite sex, online “trolls,” and old insecurities that sneak up on me. However, when I encounter those feelings, I just remind myself that I’m fabulous, and if other’s can’t see it, that’s their problem, not mine. What are some misconceptions you think people have about plus size models and the plus size modeling world? That it’s easy…and it’s not. We don’t just stand there and take photos, there is so much blood, sweat, and tears that goes into every photo, every job, and it takes a very strong woman to succeed in this very tough industry. Also, women don’t understand that a size 10 is industry standard whether they like it or not. With that being said, they have to remember that it’s just as hurtful to the “smaller” plus models to be bashed because of their size just like it is for larger plus models like myself. We are all working for the same cause and we can accomplish so much more united. I’ve heard you say that some members of your family, and sometimes even your own friends don’t approve of your size, and get on your case to lose weight. How do you handle the assumption that a size 22 woman can’t be healthy? What do you do to stay healthy? Simple… I ignore their ignorance. Do I eat cheeseburgers, cupcakes, and all things awfully delicious? Yes. Do I do it all the time? No. I try my very best to keep everything in moderation. I absolutely love to cook, and growing up down south, I only knew how to cook really fatty foods. So, I started reading and researching about how to eat and cook healthy. I drink a ton of water, exercise, and stay away from soda as much as possible. Who are the people in your life who have always been supportive of you and your career? My mother is really the only person that ever believed in me growing up and still to this day. She always encouraged me to chase after my dreams no matter how absurd or impossible. Growing up I was the pasty skinned girl with her nose stuck in a Greek mythology book, and later I was the “devil worshiper” in a Catholic High school. Now that I’m a grown woman and I’m comfortable with who I am, it’s so important to me that my son be accepting

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and understanding of people from all walks of life. How does being a mom influence your mission to empower other women? I grew up in the “bible belt” where no one respected anyone that was considered out of the “norm”. That’s the reason why I do not live where I grew up because I too want my son to respect everyone, regardless. It’s a fact that we are not born prejudiced, it is taught, and it’s up to us to break the cycle and teach our children to love themselves and one another. A few weeks ago someone on Tumblr used your photo as “thinsporation” on a pro-anorexia blog. They say “haters gonna hate” but how do you prevent things like that from raining on your parade?

When I first encountered that photo, and other down right evil things people have said about me, I was angry. Then, I realized that I cannot be mad at them because clearly they are sick and need help. I understand that not everyone has fully accepted who they are, and some never will, so for them, seeing a bigger girl like me in a bikini or sometimes…nothing at all, is foreign to them. So, what do we do as humans when we don’t understand something? We tear it apart instead of educating ourselves and opening our minds and hearts. So for me, instead of taking the road of hate towards them, I just hope that one day they learn to love themselves and get the help they need.

let’s face it, who wouldn’t want torpedo boobs?!) or The Great Gatsby. I know it’s not out yet, but based on the photos I have seen, I would die to prance around in it all.

Let’s talk about fun stuff now… If you could steal the wardrobe from any movie ever made, what movie would it be?

Where do I begin? Stirrup pants, they are down right awful and should have never been in style 20 years ago. Ed Hardy & Affliction clothing makes me cringe, and I think it should all be burned and looks ridiculous. Uggs. Enough said. Jeggings. They don’t look good on anyone, and jeans are so rad – why ruin the idea of them?

cannot choose just one, but I can narrow it down by saying either Tank Girl (because

What song results in a guaranteed dance party every time you hear it? It’s a tie…and an odd tie at that: The Faint - Worked Up So Sexual. I cannot help but dance all over the room when it pops up on iPod! Murder City Devils - Boom Swagger Boom. They are my favorite band, so perhaps I’m a bit partial, but how can you not shake what you got to this song? Are there any current fashion trends you’d like to make illegal?

2011 was jam-packed for you, and you just booked your first overseas shoot in Australia. What other forms of magic does 2012 hold for Tess Munster? I think the best is yet to come! In the next month I’m hoping to launch my website, and start expanding into other areas of the industry. I am also modeling for a couple new clothing companies that I’m very excited about, as well as traveling and speaking to women about my journey of finding self love. I recently joined forces with a couple magazines that I will have monthly features in, so I will also be writing a lot more…which I love! Last, but not least, I will be spending more time with my son, and taking time to appreciate how far I’ve come, or as they say “stopping to smell the roses”. I know life won’t always be this sweet, and I want to appreciate every moment while it’s here! If you could go back in time and tell 12-year-old Tess one thing, what would it be? The bullies don’t know what they are talking about, and that you really are beautiful. So what that you are a little bigger than most girls, you are healthy, and there is nothing wrong with the way you look. Being unique isn’t bad, it’s just different…and not everyone will understand that, but that’s OKAY! Just be yourself, and everything else will fall into place. Launched in 2006, Bake and Destroy is the brainchild of Chicagoan Natalie Slater. You can follow her through www.bakeanddestroy.net

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AMERICA’S FORGOTTEN PIN-UP GIRL FROM THE HAND OF DUANE BRYERS

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Duane Bryers was one of America’s most gifted artists who earned a living as a commercial illustrator and fine artists specialized in western theme paintings. Word of the day: Zaftig /zäftig/ adjective: (of a woman) Having a full, rounded figure; plump.

directly on Hilda’s sweet, rosy face, fiery red mop top and that incredible abundant anatomy. Hilda is the only known ample sized icon in pin-up history that I have come upon. And yes, she very well does qualify as an icon.” So let’s hang out with Hilda and appreciate her sexy round bottom for a moment …

Meet Hilda, the creation of illustrator Duane Bryers and pinup art’s best kept secret. Voluptuous in all the right places, a little clumsy but not at all shy about her figure, Hilda was one of the only atypical plus-sized pin-up queens to grace the pages of American calendars from the 1950s up until the early 1980s, and achieved moderate notoriety in the 1960s. “She’s a creation out of my head. I had various models over the years, but some of my best Hilda paintings I’ve ever done were done without a model,” veteran artist Duane told the online pin-up gallery Toil. Despite being one of history’s longest running calendar queens alongside the likes of Marilyn Monroe, even the most dedicated vintage enthusiasts probably won’t have come across Hilda before. “[Duane Bryers] had the chops to have been one of the greatest pin-up artists in America, but possibly his lust for ample-sized women prevented that,” admits the online gallery curator and Hilda collector, Les Toil. That isn’t to say Hilda wasn’t capable of “inspiring strong sexual sensations in any red blooded woman-lover” (and still is). Another reason why our Hilda may not have enjoyed as much success is due to the fact that her face and body would often look different from calendar to calendar. “Unfortunately Mr. Bryers’ continuity skills weren’t perfect (which he admitted),” notes Les. Of the moment he first discovered the lost Hilda watercolour illustrations, Les recalls: “Quite a few summers back while perusing a local outdoors antique show, I came across a vintage calendar from 1965. As my eyes settled on this fine piece of lost Americana, all else slipped away … A light from the heavens shone

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Lilli Hill is an outstanding German artist which is particularly interested at voluptuous figures. You can find her work through www.lillihill.de

Looking at the images of women by Lilli Hill one cannot escape the notion of the “Rubens woman”, which is the way strong women often call themselves in lonely hearts ads. This kind of corporeality permeates the universe of ideals of female beauty almost equally frequently as the “dashing wild variety” (“schneidige Wildform”, Konrad Lorenz), independent of the fact that in western societies an (extreme) excess of weight is usually judged to be a negative characteristic. This is reason enough for Lilli Hill’s images to polarize, especially as the nude, strong figures attitudinize erotically. To think of seduction(s) here, is only allowed in a very differentiated manner. What is seductive in images of the type “female nude” is often due to a fundamental error which doesn’t separate what’s depicted from its figurative way of representation. The so-called “elegance of craft” (Linda Nochlin) is more seductive than anything else. The problem of the Magritte pipe which isn’t a pipe can come up in an even stronger manner, as the motif is obviously carrying heavy baggage. The artist, on her website, quotes Walter M. Gehlen, the director of Art.Fair 21 in Cologne: “The image by Lilli Hill attracts through an irritating mixture of self-assertion and serious pride, other-worldliness and defiance. The artist has deeply touched the public by her revealing work: It is not about how you look but that life is something wonderful to be honored.” What was meant was the painting “Spagat” (split) from 2007, which exists in two versions: One seen from the side, front right, one from behind, one towards the right, one towards the left. A very self-assertive depiction indeed, but also one falling in to soften certain prejudices, like those about agility. The split is done jumping in the air, shown as held in suspense, and with the lightness of the painterly appearance, it easily counteracts the imagined, empathized bodyweight. What’s heavy becomes lightweight, in painting one is free, the spirit transcends the body. The presentation of the appearance of the figures – they are practically all self-portraits showing a then, a non-current state of the body – is specifically enhanced by color. The incarnate (flesh-tone) is porcelainlike, a specifically tender interpretation of the color of the skin, and it therefore matches a traditional ideal of beauty. Only that those are in constant change. Just recently the pale, the Snow White ideal gas become popular again, like in the ”Burlesque” and “Gothic” groups. This way, the paintings by Lilli Hill present themselves as individuated and special.

Some images by Lilli Hill will inevitably remind you of the reclining nude by Lucian Freud (Benefits Supervisor Sue Tilley), but only as far as the motif is concerned, as the painterly execution couldn’t more different. Rubens has a distinct brushstroke and likewise the later Freud, a trace of the brush that carries emotion even incorporating it. In contrast, the paintings by Lilli Hill prove to be restrained, inapproachable: the smooth surface provides esthetic distance. Here the perfect painterly execution comes into play, which is, on the one hand, “illusionistic”, but keeps its distance, on the other, from “trompe l’œil“, thus defining the character of the painted as being painting, defining the image not a life, but as art. This distance is also part of the subject matter, as it declares the suppositious (and misunderstood) accessibility and vulnerability through nudity a deception: The figures are strong and secretive and only let that happen what they want to. Their actions may be frivolous or sassy, but always self-assured. It is the manifestation of the image of womankind set firmly apart from “kitchen, church and kindergarten” (a kind of “cricket on the hearth” type of person, solely taking care of household matters), embodying an emancipation making use of forms of presentation, which are usually deployed in representations of women as erotic objects, creating an unusual self-evidence of being a woman. This claim to suchness is an act of liberation. Every now and then the women carry accessories or attributes of associative power, like rat traps or solanaceae (plants from the night-shade family). Or even bank notes. The evoking of associations through accessories or attributes has a long tradition in art, and it is especially frequent in religious painting and in allegories. Lilli Hill’s paintings therefore appear as allegorical representation, how realistic they may seem. The figures are mostly embedded in a dark, diffuse background, from which they are retrieved, even chiseled out, by a spotlight, which points toward a certain self-sufficiency and autonomy, and occasionally reminds us of levitated Saints, like the slightly larger than life “Assunta” from 2088, benignly looked upon by all those going to heaven from Titian to Murillo. Here we do, of course, also find a pinch of irony, but it is a fest for all the recurring resurrections in life and the flights of fancy of artistic imagination. Mimics, in some paintings the faces, every now and then verging on the grimace, are more down-home elements. The facial expression of Lilli Hill’s nudes is a deliberate one, a strong one, but not a superimposed one. That’s not acting, it’s a realism of sorts.

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CORRADO DELL’ORTO A SHORT BIO

Corrado Dell’Orto is a Graphic Designer born in the countryside surrounding Milan, the oh-that-one Brianza. During the childhood he grew up in the woods, where he learned to look at things with a natural approach. Later he attended an art college nearby home, a school in which he obtained an Experimental Degree in Graphic Advertising, as well as the seeds of what are now his Photography, CGI and Illustration skills. Soon after finishing his studies, he has continued in the field of Graphic Design working with Product Designers, Artists, Illustrators and Photographers as well as Art Galleries, Architecture Studios, Magazines and private clients. At the moment Corrado is keeping his own style and ideas in development both through personal projects and collaborations with friends and workmates: he loves people who share new ideas with him so, don’t be shy and get in touch with him! - C.D.

His tools of the trade are: • PHOTOGRAPHY Shooting & post-production fields • ILLUSTRATIONS vector imaging, pictograms & icons production • LAYOUTING InDesign composition, PDF export and Issuu.com uploading • LANGUAGES Fluent English Italian motherlanguage

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