Who is Kerosene Deluxe?

That’s a question she hopes never gets answered.
The forever evolving and adapting Kerosene is a chameleon of the alternative, and someone that will never be labelled or limited by someone else’s imagination. This is the story of Kerosene thus far, and how a self-proclaimed horror geek is on a mission to promote beauty through diversity.

Kerosene didn’t set out originally to become the successful model she is today. She began her journey studying cosmetology, an academic choice that would blend seamlessly with a career in front of the camera.
Her taste for the alternative had her sneaking into Goth, Punk, Rockabilly, Psychobilly and Fetish nights at a young age. It was while at one such event that Kerosene was discovered by an enlightened photographer, who invited her to take part in a photo shoot. The Deluxe adventure had begun....

Her first ventures into modelling were very indulgent. She was able to express herself and revel in creating sets of pictures inspired by her love of Vaudeville, Film Noir, and most notably Horror. Kerosene’s love of Horror movies encouraged her early work, creating themed shoots based on the films of the famous Hammer studios. These more macabre and gore filled photos earned Kerosene the affectionate and appreciative nickname “Europe’s Queen of Fright”.

From there came another metamorphosis, and a progression from horror to pin-up and glamour.
(A harsh transition perhaps from a state of terror to serene elegance) Again her work reflected her passions, and admiration for icons such as Mae West, Yvonne de Carlo, Maila Nurmi and Marlene Dietrich.
From there her career gathered pace. Through tireless networking at events and conventions she started modelling further afield, working across the globe on international projects in many different mediums.
She has featured in numerous magazines, both in feature articles and full cover shoots.
Her film and TV career has involved working with studios and personalities in many different cultures, and ranges from talk shows to music videos. She has also walked the runway in various fashion shows for everything from couture to lingerie and latex.

Her work as a size positive activist deserves special attention.
Kerosene has taken it upon herself to promote beauty through diversity. She has been called a role model in various sections of the media, but she is waiting for the day that a role model is not needed for women.
With firm belief, Kerosene urges women of all shapes and sizes to love themselves for who they are, and not be imprisoned by other people’s ideas of beauty.
Being a plus size pin-up Kerosene has relished in the opportunity to shed a light on often ignored body issues, she has campaigned for women to unleash the sexuality that is within, and be beautiful. It’s a cause that is very close to her heart, and one that she will always bring to public attention.

Kerosene’s story so far has been filled with the character, determination and passion she brings to everything. Within a decade she has started the modelling career no one thought she could have, campaigned for the size positive cause, travelled the world, mentored models starting out in the business and fostered strong backgrounds as a make-up artist, style consultant as well as a creative director.

What does the future hold for Kerosene?
There is no limit that’s for sure, and if you come along for the ride, there is a guarantee of titillation, intrigue and a sense of poise and style unique to this little lady.

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{Biography by Richard Saunders}