In the first of our ‘Photographers Exposed’ series, I’ve caught up with some interesting people and none more so than Holly Knowles. Holly is model turned tog and when a tog names their work Hollyrotica, my interest was instantly aroused (now now – not like that) but Holly isn’t your normal glamour photographer – she takes a subject and adds her little touches to it and makes it Hollyrotica. The results, the pics, and her subjects speak for themselves as these shots show what Holly does.

So Holly! Wow, love your work – god that sounds cheesy doesn’t it? (Laughs) How you doing?

I am fantastic thank you! Very excited about 2012 and all the things it will be bringing photography wise!

So Holly were you a model yourself? I’m going to say yes, what made you decide to dive behind the camera?

I am flattered you think I was a model but I have never been one!  Not to say I haven’t tried, In my teens I dabbled a bit in front of the camera but sadly It never satisfied me as much as actually creating and shooting the image myself.

How would you describe your style?

Vivid, maybe sometimes a little crass, provocative and empowering.

It’s quite unique – what got you to choose that flair?

It’s a style that grew out of being inspired by some of my favourite photographers – David Lachappelle, Guy Bourdin and Helmut Newton.

How much flexibility do you have – do you shoot as you’d like to see the pics or do you shoot how the model feels she’d like to look?

I always have a discussion with the model first and like to find out initially what she wants to get out of the shoot – image wise. Then I like to add my Holly spices to the mix and an idea is created. On shoot we come with the idea and theme in mind and just play- my shoots are always a giggle! Sometimes we come out with images that we planned that hit the nail on the head- sometimes we come out with surprises!

Are there any boundaries you’d really like to push with your work?

I always strive towards empowering women. With the images I create I want to make photographs that not only titillate men but images that women will enjoy looking at as well as posing for.

What advice would you give models when they are looking for a good photographer?

Without generalising the lower end of the glamour industry can be (at times) a seedy business so I would always advise models to bring an escort with you on photo shoots and stay safe. Also only work with photographers that will make you look good.

What do you think makes a good shot?

Originality – There are too many copycats out there.

Who would be your dream shoot subject?

Rihanna – I feel that she epitomises the Hollyrotica ethic! Also the Spice Girls in their heyday would be amazeballs!

What do think makes a good portfolio? What advice would you give models looking to create one?

Show how versatile and transforming you can be – meaning ten shots of you in lingerie with a white background isn’t going to excite anyone. Play with makeup, hair and fashion!

So who’s on your radar for 2012? Who’ve you got your eye on?

I’ve got my eyes on some gorgeous models I will be shooting this March; Laura Vinnicombe and Sarah Kawaii – watch this space!

Who are you going to get to do iCandy for me then?

Well Rihanna of course! I’m well connected

Holly, let’s find out a bit about you too. Are you single?

I am happily engaged!

What does your partner think about your work?

He’s almost indifferent to what I do, but very supportive.

The way to make me happy is… Cook me Spag Bol!

The way to make me cross is… Is to be late or let me down last minute.

The way to my heart is… Strike up a conversation with me about Birds (the feathered kind – I am a keen bird watcher too!)

Holly thanks for stopping by to showcase your work – what’s your message for everyone out there?

Times are really tough at the moment with the recession but if you have a passion for photography, modelling, art, and fashion – anything…stay creative, never give up on your dreams and stay strong!

Catch up With Holly on Twitter @Hollyrotica and via her site: www.hollyrotica.com

So Rosie, welcome, how are you doing?

I’m very well thank you… how are you?

I’m great! What made you enter iCandy iCon?

I applied to iCandy because I wanted to really win and be published with you guys (Smiles)

Well you succeeded! Were you nervous getting up there in a club and dancing in just your bikini?

Well to be honest I was more nervous about walking … walking in front of a big crowd just staring at me?? No, no, no… Dancing I can do it wherever.

What got you started in modelling?

I like taking pictures… and I got into it through a friend.

Where would you like to see it take you?

I would like to make a mark in the industry and be taken seriously. Until I see myself on the cover of FHM

You’re also a full time student studying Law. Is it hard juggling your studies, modelling and working?

Ermm yeah it was in the beginning that’s why I wasn’t doing any modelling for awhile. But now I got it under control.

What’s your ambition?

To be successful and nothing less.

Ok so the shoot, what do you think of your pictures?

Actually I haven’t seen most of the pictures, but I am happy with the ones I got to see…I am like my own worst critic (Laughs)

Did you enjoy the day?

I love the day… everyone was so amazing. Great fun what was the most memorable part?

What does 2012 hold for you?

I have a few projects in the works so you will have to stay tuned (Smiles)

You will of course be expected to attend a lot of iCandy events – think you can cope with that even if they are at Platinum Lace?

Of course! Who doesn’t like seeing a sexy woman?

Now we’ve met a few times now and you’re not as sweet and innocent as you make out are you? Tell me about the wilder side of Rosie…

Me? Have a wilder side? Nooo!! (Laughs)

Are you single?

YES YES and YES  … I think I like saying that a little bit too much.

What do you look for in a guy?

Hmmm I like my men tall, beautiful, goes to the gym, athletic build with an amazing personality. I love a guy who can make me laugh. Laid back but can still have fun, with goals and ambitious… also amazing in bed! (Laughs)

What do you think is your best feature?

I don’t know maybe my bum or boobs you tell me

I have….often. Do you think you could be the perfect girlfriend?

I couldn’t be the perfect girlfriend; let’s not get ahead of ourselves, but I would be the best girlfriend I could

Complete the sentences: The way to impress me is… Be yourself… No one is real anymore

My biggest turn on is… sexually? Someone biting or kissing on my neck.

I can’t live without… My phone and food.

My pet hate is…having to stand in line or a nagging Guy

My guilty secret is…I love sex toys

Rosie congrats once again on becoming iCandy iCon, I know we’ll be seeing a lot more of you this year which of course delights me – what’s your message for everyone out there?

Hey everyone! Follow me on Twitter @Rosiempeterson or add me on Facebook Rosie M Peterson to keep in touch xoxo.

By Gareth “Girls” Long

Follow iCandy on twitter NOW! @iCandyonline

Photography by Mr Overlord X

Make-up by Tamara Gitter & Valentina Serradi

Not needing anything to be delivered or washed we opted for the latter option and got head cane Phoenix, Alex, Kassy and Zowie to drop on by to a hotel and get some amazing shots, video and banter.

The iCandy Canes who popped along showed off their versatility, their ability to have fun and their sensational looks and moves in front of the camera and reminded me exactly what they’re going to do: to make people wherever they go stop, look and fall under their spell just by their very presence!

There were times during these few hours when the girls were doing their thing that you could have heard a pin – or even a jaw, drop. These girls can enchant, amaze and capture you so you’ve been warned!

Launching soon, the iCandy Canes will be exactly where YOU want to be and their exploits, parties and shenanigans will all be exclusive on iCandy and our YouTube channel. Watch this space…

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Emma! How are you doing?

I’m very well thank you, feeling fresh, new year, new start and all that jazz! (Laughs)

You’re an iCandy Cane – how does it feel?

Feels good you know, I’m so excited to see what iCandy has instore for us iCandy Canes!

What are you looking forward to most about being one of my elite?

Well I haven’t ever been part of something like this before, so all of it; it’s all new! Can’t wait to work with the other beauties – and my best friend Pheonix *hugs*

What did you think of the shoot? You looked like you really enjoyed yourself in the video! What’s you best memory of the day?

(Laughs) Yeah it was a fun day, ummm probably towards the end of the day working with Rachael that was pretty cool!

Yeah considering you and Rach had never met you gelled beautifully! So what got you into modelling?

My family, the have always said I should do modelling or be an actress so one day I went for a test shoot and turned out I loved it!

Where has your modelling led you?

Since then I have had some amazing opportunities, I have been China, representing England in the Beauty pageant Miss All Nations, this was an experience would never forget, it was for 3 weeks and involved a lot of fashion shows, public appearances, interviews and networking! Whilst I was there I was crowned “Miss Friendship” which was really sweet *blushes*

Now you seem to exude confidence from every inch of you where do you get that from?

(Laughs) Do I?? (Laughs) I have always been an extrovert sort of person ever since I was young, I never really got shy or embarrassed and have always been a bit of crazy one (Laughs)

You’ve done a few music videos what ones have you done and which was the most fun?

I have done a video for Talay ft Scorcher “Good As Gold” and Ndubz “Cold Shoulder”

Music Videos are always fun, longs days but you meet new people and all have a laugh! Haven’t got a favourite they were both fun and very different!

Now at the shoot the best word I can think of to describe you is ‘fluid’ you moved like a snake – how do you explain that?

Oh gossssh!! (Covers face) Umm I dunno really, I love music and I love to dance, maybe it’s the South American in me (Laughs)

Now you iCandy Cane name (after much deliberation) is Caramel Cane – what the thinking behind that?

Yeah only took me a month to think of a name (Laughs), well people seem to compliment me about my skin tone saying its golden/caramel colour and my hair is a caramel sorta colour so I thought…Caramel it is! (Laughs)

Now despite being a man, I hang around models and as such I have a black belt in shoes. I couldn’t help noticing that you rocked up to casting in Louboutins – that’s pretty flash footwear for just a casting! Are they your weakness?

Yes they are!! Love em! Gotta bag to match too but sssshh!! Got my eye on another pair, and might treat myself at the end of the month *blushes*

Ok so now a little about you – are you single?

(Laughs) *Sings* “I’m Already Taken” *Blushes*

What do you look for in a guy?

Someone who is respectful, caring, loyal supportive and has a good sense of humour!

Complete the sentences:

The things that make me happiest are… being around people that I love – and shopping obviously! (Laughs)

The naughtiest thing I’ve ever done is…Neeeeext!! (Laughs)

I never leave the house without…my phone, I’d be lost without it!

My special talent is…the box splits

Not a lot of people know this about me but… I have a phobia of wooden lolly-pop sticks! (Laughs and covers face)

Emma it’s been an honour to have you shoot for us and become an iCandy Cane – what’s your message to everyone out there?

Have fun, laugh a lot and do what makes you happy!

Keep an eye out for Emma and the rest of the iCandy Canes who’ll be popping up wherever they can this year – and at some very special iCandy Events and on iCandy TV!

Follow her on twitter on @EmmzyBaaby

By Gareth “Girls” Long

Follow iCandy on twitter NOW! @iCandyonline

Photography by James Burton &  Mr Overlord X

Make-up by Tamara Gitter & Valentina Serradi

1. Body Language

They say that body language speaks more than words – it’s true. When a woman likes you, she will sit up straight to show off the best of her body, maintain eye contact you and possibly have a fiddle with her hair. If she is constantly slumped next to you with a wondering eye, give up now – unless she’s had a stroke in which case call her an ambulance.

2. Hesitation

No matter how nervous she is, if you go in for a kiss and she seems tense/awkward/hesitant, she is not highly attracted to you. Women run on instincts, and if she isn’t instinctively responding to your touch automatically, she isn’t feeling it 100%. Sorry.

3. “Meet My Friend”

When you meet your potential GF, is she always gushing about her best mate? Or even worse, is the friend always present on your ‘dates’? Unfortunately, this doesn’t mean she wants to get freaky with you and her friend, it probably means she wants to set you up with her. Just you.And her friend.To get rid of you. Consider this option… it’s better than nothing.

4. “He’s such an asshole”

I’ve done this many-a-time, so believe me when I say this. If you meet your lady for a quiet dinner and she is ranting about a guy from work, she is probably attracted to him. Not you. I mean, she’s at dinner with you, thinking about HIM. Duh. When you’re young, they say boys tease you if they like you. If the ‘teasing’ truly bothers a woman, then it’s simple;she likes him too. Not you. Sorry, again.

5. No, No, No

Sometimes, a guy will ask you out and you’ll be gutted because you have another commitment that day. Fair enough. But if she keeps saying no, then you may have a problem buddy. If she keeps rejecting your offers because her cats died, her mums ill, her roof is leaking, or work is “really putting the pressure on” then she is probably making excuses. Because she doesn’t want to see you. Say no more. And besides who wants to date a drama queen like her anyway?

6. Silence

Have you noticed that you keep feeling a vibration under the dinner table?  She’s not so turned on by you that she cannot wait any longer – it’s her phone you doofus. If a lady is constantly putting her phone on silent, it is because she is expecting a message or a call from someone she REALLY likes. No if’s, no but’s. That is the only time us chicks show discretion with our iphones. The other tell-tale sign is that moments after the buzz, she’ll excuse herself to the loo with the excuse ‘this wine’s going right through me tonight!’ Yeah it’s not the wine she wants going through her it’s the sender of that text. Move on…

7. Lets (not) Get Physical

I have never quite understood that cliché “not tonight darling, I have a headache.” If that’s what married life is like, I want no part in it. If you are with a young, vibrant woman, it’s a simple rule. If she is genuinely into you, she will always want you to be in her. No excuses – and certainly no headaches. It’s also worth noting that the headache excuse is bollocks as medically speaking, a good sordid sex sesh will more often than not alliviate the symptoms as the flow of blood from the brain to the fun bits relieves pressure – bet ya didn’t know that huh?

8. Independent Woman

If you are with a decent woman then she will appreciate anything you do for her, whether it’s picking her up from work or buying her a coffee. However, if she isn’t into you, it can go either one of two ways. She will either not let you do anything for her, or she will insist on paying you back if you do. This is because she doesn’t want to feel under any obligation by you. Alternatively she could have feministic ideals and ‘doesn’t need any man doing anything for me’. This doesn’t mean she’s not into you – she’s just not prepared to be your siamese twin and become a single unit. She’s got an independant side and if that’s evident then you’ve got a result as when you’re broke and fancy going out you can play your ace of ‘I paid last time’.The flip side to all this is she could be a total bitch and not feel any shame of letting you continuously picking up the bill, simply because she doesn’t give a shit and is a spoilt little sponge testing you to see what she’ll get.

9. Eye, Eye

For most women, eye contact can more intimate than… well, other things. If she cannot maintain eye contact with you, then she has no desire to be intimate with you. Or she is very uncomfortable with the idea. That or she’s got some eye condition or something.If you’re not sure, look into her eyes for 10 seconds. It is important to smile and look at her casually as a long hard stare or maniacal grin will possibly make her run screaming from you – possibly for her life.If she can’t stand those (possibly awkward) 10 seconds, then…

10. I Need A Drink

Most of us like a drink or two, especially if you’re on a date and feeling a bit nervous. However, if shes drinking like a fish on all of your dates or (hopefully not) taking other drugs, then she is probably trying to escape. From the reality of you.Or simply reality itself. Because she doesn’t know why she keeps dating you… although she reckons it must just be because she’s lonely. Or bored. Either way, she has to drink to make the experience bearable. This girl is worrying as it could be the mask to god knows what problems she’s got and you mate are probably an emotional crutch to her. She may well insist on you coming back afterwards and appealing as this may well be, its probably not a good idea as you will not be having string symphonies and fireworks sex – it’ll be clumsy drunken sex. Hardly the way to start something meaningful. Then on top of that you have the awkward morning after when sobriety and a hang over hits you. Hard. Like a brick. In the face. Repeatedly. This is made doubley worse if she’s crying and wailing ‘why do I keep doing this??’

Did I say women weren’t that complicated? Women are harsh bitches, huh?

By Maz Khan

Where is ‘The Only Way is Essex’ set?

A. Manchester

B. Essex

C. Iraq

Send your answer along with your full name to comps@icandy-online.com

In series 3 we saw, what appeared to be, the never-ending turbulent aftermath of Lauren Goodger and Mark Wright’s engagement call-off and break up, with emotions on a high and tempers running wild. Viewers wondered if it was really over for good…? Following the split, we observed Lauren’s loyal girlfriends all pull together to support her during a frustrating emotional time. The public even thought ‘you lucky *bleep*’ when Lydia rekindled her love for dopey boyfriend Arg. Lydia and Arg went on to claim the top spot as leading TOWIE couple…for a short period of time. Aww!

Hair ever-so slicked back and tighter-than-ever skinny jeans stud Joey Essex proved to be even funnier than the previous series, with more focus on his Arg & Mark-type bro-mance with Kirk Norcoss. Joey and Kirk or should we call ‘em Jirk?!

Other regulars, despite Amy Child’s absence, included Harry Derbidge, iCandy feature girl Sam Faiers, the stunning Lucy Mecklenburgh and her new beau Italian Bespoke Tailor, the lovely Gemma Collins, and her cheeky Greek twin friends – Dino and Georgio, and Joey’s sister Frankie who becomes more prominent in the show. Tiny little Greek brothers Dino and Georgia particularly add bucket loads of silly banter!

The Only Way is Essex is a must-see, a must-have, and a must-watch, and all you fabulous, tan loving, glamorous darlings can have yours with iCandy’s brill giveaway. The entire show from day 1, series 1, 2 and 3 is also available from the end of January. Reem!

Katie K – it’s an honour to have you stop by and find time in your hectic schedule to drop by iCandy. How are you doing?

I’m ok thank you.  Full of a cold today, been ill the past four days and getting pretty sick of it now!  (Laughs)

So Katie, you’re only 23 and already conquering the world with your work. How does it feel to become such an icon at your age?

Well thank you for calling me an icon!  I don’t feel like an icon… People tweet me saying “You’re so famous but you’re so normal!” but the thing is; I AM normal!  I’ve got a long way to go yet until I’ll feel like an icon.  I want to do so much and this year is going to be my best year yet for the people who like my work!  To me, icons are girls such as Jenna Jameson, Jesse Jane and Tera Patrick.  When I become as successful as them I’ll answer that question again for you (Winks)

What got you into the porn industry? How did you get started?

I was going through a bi-curious stage and I wondered if I did actually fancy girls. I was very shy and couldn’t face just going up to a girl and asking her out so I decided that there was no better way to figure out if I am bisexual or not by doing a lesbian film. That way the other girl was getting paid for it and couldn’t say no! After meeting a porn star who lived in my area, we got together and made a film which landed in the hands of Television X and Playboy producers. The next thing I know I’m on the cover of many top shelf magazines. Once I was on three different covers all in the same month. I’ve just gone from strength to strength ever since and never looked back.

The porn industry carries a very big stigma of course – does that ever bother you?

I think people’s opinion of the Porn industry depends on the person.  I believe that there are two types of people, sheep and Sheppard’s.  The Sheppard’s are the people who are open minded, see the world for what it is and are able to make their own mind up and the sheep are the people who believe what they are told or what they read.  In the UK the media makes Porn look seedy or “bad” because they need to give a shock factor about something to make people interested in it.  More people will watch a documentary about “The seedy porn industry where girls are forced to do things they don’t want to do” than a documentary about “The glamorous life of a Porn Star or Porn Director”.  Nobody in this industry is forced to do something they don’t want to do, nobody is underage, we don’t carry STI’s and we’re not all horrible to each other. The Porn industry is one of the safest industries to be in!  But TV producers or magazine editors want to make sales and they think the best way of getting people interested is to give it the “shock factor”.  You can’t even watch a normal soap opera without everything going wrong for all the characters in it!  The sheep are the people who believe what they hear about the Porn industry, the Sheppard’s are the ones who make their own minds up.

You are of course very much known for your girl on girl work – does that mean you don’t like cock?

(Laughs) I like guys in my personal life.  I only got into the industry to have some fun with some sexy girls, I never dreamed of it going this far.  I was on my way to Uni to become a Teacher and was working full time in a normal 9-5 job!  Once I started to become popular and what was just a fun hobby started to become a full time fun job so I decided to throw normality away to turn this into a career doing something I enjoy!  I don’t want to be just another robot coming into the industry, going through the motions from solo to girl/girl to boy/girl… I genuinely love my work so don’t do boy/girl on camera.

Who’s been the best to work with and more importantly why!?

Oh so many! Angel Long, Lolly Badcock, Cate Harrington, Michelle B… I’ve enjoyed working with each of these girls because they all genuinely enjoy their work too and you can tell when you’re on set with someone if they’re into you and the scene or not.  Plus each one is just downright filthy!

Now I’m a red blooded male and I have no shame in admitting that I’ve seen your stuff (come on guys you find me a guy that says he never watches porn and I’ll find you a liar) when you’re not doing things for your own website www.katiekofficial.com, do you plan your scenes or are you at the mercy of directors?

At the end of the day, just like any normal job, you have to be there to do a job and yes we do have directors who tell us how to act, what to wear, say, do, what positions to get into etc.  But this was the reason why I launched my website.  So many of my fans were saying “I like how shy and innocent you are” and that was when I realised that my whole fan base was being built on something that wasn’t me.  I was 18 and 19 at the time and very young looking so I was always cast as the young innocent one.  It wasn’t until I directed my own series for Television X called “Katie K’s Teen Rampage” which was based around my love of corrupting all the on screen virgins (the girls who had never had girl on girl fun on camera before), that I started to develop a proper fan base because I had been able to establish “this is me and this is what I’m all about”.  Then when I eventually got the time and gave myself a kick up the ass, I decided to go ahead with my own website where I direct all the scenes the way I want them and I am able to be my very filthy self the way I want to be!

It could be said that in a way, you caused the Parliamentary expenses scandal – the thing of course that triggered it was then Home Secretary Jacqui Smith’s husband putting a porn film through her expenses – that film was ‘Anal Boutique’ which you starred in – I suppose we should hail you as a heroine for exposing the expenses scandal – how did you feel when you found out?

I think Richard Timney (Jacqui Smith’s husband) has VERY good taste and I can imagine him now in his stately home with his suit trousers around his ankles, lifting his shirt and tie up and going at it on his wang… Radio 5 Live had Jacqui Smith in their studio last year while they played her documentary on the Porn industry and they had planned for me to ask her some questions.  Obviously I was going to cause quite a stir so they unfortunately cut me out of the show as they wanted to look after her best interests, but I thought it would have been quite funny to hear her reaction to “How do you feel knowing that your husband enjoys wanking over me getting pounded in the ass by one of my sexy girlfriends using a strap on?!”

What have you got planned for the coming year?

Los of things!  I’m not allowed to say yet but there are some HUGE announcements coming soon and I will be doing a lot of travelling the World this year with work.  Very very excited!  Watch this space!

What’s been the highlight of your career to date?

Oh gosh so many things!  I enjoyed presenting at the Television X Awards 2011 with BBC Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood and I am so happy that I was nominated for a 2010 AVN Award and for TWO 2012 XBIZ Awards including Best Porn Star Website!  It was just the high 5 I needed for putting in a lot of hard work and effort into my site this year; it’s not even been live 12 months yet!  It means I’m going in the right direction.

Who would you love to work with and why?

American actresses Jesse Jane, Jenna Haze, Jessica Drake and retired stars Sunny Lane and Bree Olson!  I love their look and their work and fancy the pants off each of them!  To have them all at the same time would be my Porn Dream!

What’s the best and worst thing that’s happened on set?

I don’t think there’s been a worse thing… The worse things are just when you’re having an off day and have really bad hair or make up or feel fat and ugly… Yes Porn Star’s have those days too!  The best thing was probably when I squirted all over Lolly Badcock in the unedited version of our AVN Award Nominated Scene in Foxy Tarts!  She made me cum so hard!

So let’s get personal for a while – are you single? Would you ever date someone ordinary like oooooh I dunno a magazine editor let’s say?

(Laughs) I’m single.  I’m so busy with my own life and working, I’m a workaholic!  Running your own website is the biggest job, I never realised how much time and effort it would take!  When I’m not on set I’m tweeting or blogging, sleeping or out with my friends, or staying in with my doggies… If I was to date anyone then I would need them to understand my heavy workload, that I love my job and when I go to work, I am having sex with women and loving every minute of it.  Someone who can understand that and take it all on is a keeper in my eyes.

Does what you do make it a problem for having a relationship?

Not really.  I’ve had boyfriends in the past and only one of them had a problem with my job when we actually got into a relationship.  He didn’t last long!  If think if the guy’s got a problem with me having a job that I love and do well at then he is a complete moron.

What do you look for in a partner?

I like the nice guys (Winks) Bad Boys are for filthy fun, good guys are for relationships

What gets you off most?

Pretty much anything, I can turn anything into a dirty scenario!  I enjoy being the one in control, I don’t want anyone to try and make me their bitch (Laughs)

Being a porn star does it ever de-sensitise sex? To you you’re working so can you easily differentiate between sex for work and sex for pleasure?

I think it’s different for me because I only do girl/girl and I don’t differentiate, that’s how I get a good scene

Katie I could ask you questions for hours but I know you have a very hectic schedule and you’re probably itching to get back to it so before I let you go – what’s your message for everyone out there?

In the words of Kevin & Perry Go Large: “In life we are born and then we die and in between that, we have to make sure we have the most buzzing time” In other words do what you want to do before it’s too late, before you end up regretting missed opportunities and the things you never did that you always wanted to!  If an opportunity smacks you in the face, grab it with everything you’ve got!

Follow Katie on Twitter @katiekmodel

By Gareth “Girls” Long

Follow iCandy on twitter NOW! @iCandyonline

Hi Jessenia, how are you doing? It’s great to have you back on iCandy it’s been too long since we had the pleasure of you gracing us with your appearance. What are you up to at the moment?
It’s nice to be able to catch up with you guys! I’ve been doing a lot! I made the cover spurt of Maxim en Espanol, with a 6 page spread/interview. I’ve been in Blackmen, King, Vibe, The Source & I became the new face for Nelly’s Apple Bottoms Clothing. I’ve been working heavily on TV such as with MTV, MUN2 & VH1. I’ve also been in the studio recording music, so it’s been a very busy and productive year since you last heard from me.

Glad to hear it! I always like seeing iCandy girls doing well and achieving their dreams! I’ve had a look at your video and I have to say I think you’re the first girl I’ve seen to make ironing
and vacuuming look very VERY sexy – how much fun was that video to do?
It all started when I filmed “Sexy Cooking” with MUN2 and they saw how my numbers where growing; it’s currently sitting on over 1 million views outdoing other popular vixens such as Vida Guerra & Rosa Acosta’s video they did with MUN2. We recently linked up to shoot the “Bad Girl Chores” video and it was extremely fun! I’m always dancing when I hear music so it’s nice to showcase my fun & quirky side!

Last time you told us you were juggling being a nurse and a model at the same time – I guess things have changed a bit huh? Do you miss nursing at all?

No, I’m not missing nursing AT ALL & that’s because I STILL WORK at the ER!! I love both my jobs and until modelling takes me into the acting world, I see myself still doing both. At first I sacrificed my personal love life, sleep and social life, but it looks like it’s been paying off. My employer has been great to me also! They’ve condensed my shifts into 2 days (16hr shifts) so I work 4 shifts in 2 days which gives me 5 days out of the week to travel, film and shoot. I’m grateful.

You are? Wow If I ever get sick and I’m in NYC I hope I come to your hospital when you’re working! We can’t not mention of course that you are the face (or maybe another part of you!) of Apple Bottom – what’s it like to rep a brand like that?
Nelly was a dream to work with and I’m truly honoured to be a part of its 2012 campaign! I love their clothing and it fits amazingly! I think the world will be impressed when they see how it’s evolved! It’s no longer jeans; its dresses, tops, accessories & more! I love its slogan: apples come in all shapes and sizes. Mine is perky and cute!

You can say that again! You also have your own radio show – does music play an important part of your life?
I love music! It’s the air that I breathe and has been an influence in my life. I had my own radio show “Vice City” in NYC which lasted 6months, that went under renovations and during my break, my TV offers came pouring in. I had to choose between radio and TV and my dream has been to work on TV.
What have you got coming up in 2012?
Pushing the 2012 ad for Applebottoms , recording my own music, working with MUN2 on some special projects that I can’t discuss just yet but it’s BIG! And let’s see if I get another cover *crosses fingers*

Are you single?

*Looks at ring finger* Technically yes! But there’s someone special in my world

What do you go for in a partner?

Someone who can have my back 100% it’s not easy dating a girl that does what I do, all I ask is be my ride or die!

Complete the sentences:
I never leave my house without… my iPhone – glued to my hand! (Laughs)

The thing that makes me happiest is… My nephews I think of them and immediately my heart melts

My biggest turn on is…great conversation

The way to my heart is…food & massages!

The things that irritate me most are…drama & ignorance. I can’t stand it!

My guilty secret is…knowing I’m people’s favourite vice (Winks)

Jessenia, thanks for stopping by at iCandy – what’s your message for everyone out there?
Please visit my website for news updates, photos and videos:  www.iamjesseniavice.com and follow me on twitter @JesseniaVice

Thanks iCandy!!!

By Gareth “Girls” Long

Follow iCandy on twitter NOW! @iCandyonline

99.Minka Kelly

98.Camilla Belle

97.Ivanka Trump

96.Ana de la Reguera

95.Arianny Celeste

94.Maggie Grace

93.Larissa Riquelme

92.Amanda Seyfried

91.Lea Michele

90.Kristen Stewart

89.Joan Smalls

88.Layla Kayleigh

87.Natalie Imbruglia

86.Rima Fakih

85.Halle Berry

84.Justine Ezarik

83.Rachel Bilson

82.Freida Pinto

81.Dianna Agron

80.Maria Sharapova

79.Alice Braga

78.Daisy Lowe

77.Karen Gillan

76.Ophelia Lovibond

75.Maria Bartiromo

74.Elisabetta Canalis

73.Ximena Navarrete

72.Emily Blunt

71.Amber Heard

70.Pixie Lott

69.Padma Lakshmi

68.Eva Longoria

67.Angelina Jolie

66.Ana Beatriz Barros

65.Rachael Taylor

64.Shay Maria

63.Gretchen Mol

62.Priyanka Chopra

61.Kate Middleton

60.Elin Nordegren

59.Ashley Greene

58.Marion Cotillard

57.Jessica Chobot

56.Taylor Swift

55.Rashida Jones

54.Keira Knightley

53.Leighton Meester

52.Odette Yustman

51.Rose Byrne

50.Cameron Diaz

49.Megan Fox

48.Kristen Bell

47.Olivia Munn

46.Maria Menounos

45.Kim Kardashian

44.Zooey Deschanel

43.Alicia Keys

42.Adriana Lima

41.Rihanna

40.Gemma Arterton

39.Malin Akerman

38.Jessica Biel

37.Nicki Minaj

36.Brooklyn Decker

35.Rachel McAdams

34.Gisele Bundchen

33.Abbie Cornish

32.Emma Stone

31.Alessandra Ambrosio

30.Olivia Wilde

29.January Jones

28.Zoe Saldana

27.Kelly Brook

26.Shakira

25.Keeley Hazell

24.Eva Mendes

23.Beyonce

22.Liu Wen

21.Christina Hendricks

20.Candice Swanepoel

19.Bar Refaeli

18.Marisa Miller

17.Emma Watson

16.Penelope Cruz

15.Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

14.Kate Beckinsale

13.Jessica Alba

12.Emmanuelle Chriqui

11.Natalie Portman

10.Jessica Pare

9.Anne Hathaway

8.Katy Perry

7.Scarlett Johansson

6.Cheryl Cole

5.Miranda Kerr

4.Selita Ebanks

3.Sofia Vergara

2.Mila Kunis

1.Blake Lively

Hello Phoenix! How are you doing?

Hey, buzzing as usual! (Laughs)

Well here we are then! You came up with the suggestion of the iCandy Canes – tell our readers more about them

Okay the iCandy Canes are a group of models that represent iCandy. They are all super-hot, have a crazy and loud personality, always pushing boundaries and all have a very different look. iCandy Canes are strong, fierce, super-hot women that are definitely NOT just a pretty face.

What is the iCandy Cane way – what do they stand for?

iCandy Canes stand for strong, hot, independent, crazy women who love to push boundaries and stand out from the crowd.

What have you got planned for our troops under your direction then?

I really want to push them as a collective. Just to name a few projects as I don’t want to give too much away; Music videos, photo shoots, representing brands, hosting large events and of course to get them presenting iCandy TV.

Ah yes we will have a full diary this year! What do you look for when scouting for a potential iCandy Cane?

Usually I’m drawn to their individual style/look or a stunning woman who looks confident in herself. After that a fiery personality has to be there!

Sounds like me looking for partners! What made you decide to get involved with iCandy?

I have managed models previously so I have always had an interest But the main reason was that I could really see a niche in the market with my idea of the iCandy Canes (not named at the time), after meeting yourself and Leonard, I thought what better place to start than iCandy!

Well I’m delighted to have you on board! What was your favourite part of the shoot and casting?

I loved seeing the girls in action and seeing their personalities come through on camera. Also the hula hooping was quite funny! (Laughs)

So Phe, I have to ask, the hair, the look – what’s your inspiration behind your style?

Ooo, I don’t have a person or designer I look up to and take inspiration from; I’ve just ended up with this fusion of styles I’ve gone through in my life. Also, being part of the fashion industry helps you to really express yourself through fashion and your appearance. I think the bulk of my style is definitely that of Rocky, Random, Sexy and a bit ghetto (Laughs). I love standing out from the crowd and making a statement as well as looking sexy and feminine!

Tell us more about your other ventures

I have my own fashion brands; ‘Studs&Stilts’ & ‘Dutty Nation’ both specialising in extreme customisation. Studs&Stilts is my Stiletto Brand and ‘Dutty Nation’ is my new jewellery, accessory and small clothing brand.

Impressive! Time for the nitty gritty now – are you single?

No. I’m insanely in love with my Girlfriend.

What do you look for in a partner?

They need to be ambitious, funny, open minded, kind, strong and hot!!

Complete the sentences:

My biggest turn on is… having the back of my neck and shoulders kissed.

The badest thing I’ve done is…Hmm I don’t think a lot of stuff is bad so maybe someone else should answer that for me (Laughs).

My fantasy is… me and 3 girls locked in a steam room… you can guess the rest.

Oh god yes….  I cannot live without… My girlfriend, phone and fake tan (sorry couldn’t pick 1!)

My superpower would be… to make whatever I want appear out of nowhere or have age resistance so I never age – wrinkles and grey hair are my worst fear!

Phoenix thank you for being part of Team iCandy – what’s your message for everyone out there?

Look out for iCandy canes this year; it’s all about Strong, sexy and crazy Women – Breaking boundaries!!

Follow me on twitter: @xPhoenixTaylorx and check out my tumblr www.planetphoenix.tumblr.com

Photography by the man himself Mr Overlord X

Make-up by Tamara Gitter & Valentina Serradi

1. Anne Hathaway

2. Scarlett Johansson

3. Katy Perry

4. Rihanna

5. Kim Kardashian

6. Christina Aguilera

7. Kristen Stewart

8. Lindsay Lohan

9. Eva Longoria

10. Gisele Bundchen

11. Emma Watson

12. Miley Cyrus

13. Selena Gomez

14. Taylor Momsen

15. Leighton Meester

16. Blake Lively

17. Megan Fox

18. Victoria Beckham

19. Britney Spears

20. Angelina Jolie

In an exclusive interview behind the scenes at the shoot, the stunner shared what makes her feel beautiful. Her answer is so sweet:”I think that what affects me the most is when my 8 year old stepson tells me I’m beautiful.”

Fox also reveals: “Makeup artists are definitely better at doing my makeup, but I like to do it myself,” she says. “I like my eyes the best and I like to emphasize them. I like to make them pop.”

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Carmin is an internationally published adult/erotica model based in the UK. Carmin’s work can be seen across various adult websites and men’s magazines as well as several fine art photography books such as The Mammoth Book of New Erotic Photography and Hudson Manilla’s ONE. Her first book “CARMIN” by Hudson Manilla was released on 1 November. As well as modelling, Carmin is also a published author and editor of Manifesto, a high fashion/erotica publication.

Check out her features and ask her questions but firstly – let’s find out a little bit about the lady herself.

Hi Carmin, welcome to the iCandy team! How’s things?

Thanks very much for the warm welcome! Things are awesome at the mo and I’m so happy to be part of your sexy team!

You’ve very graciously agreed to join the team – how are you feeling about that and what can we expect from you?

I’m chuffed to bits and feel very privileged. You can expect lots of dirty chat, sex advice and an exploration into the kinkier side of sex.

You’re already published of course and you also edit Manifesto Magazine, tell us a little bit about that and your other writing.

Manifesto is a dream! I get to do a lot of research into the darkest, most kinkiest side to the fetish world and share it with our readers. I also write fiction, mainly short stories, that involve a lot of crime and esoterica.

You also model and you do some quite specialist stuff. What’s the strangest shoot you’ve done or been asked to do?

One of the oddest was being chained up in a cage and hung from the ceiling of a manor house, while playing with myself and chain smoking. I also did a custard shoot where I was completely immersed in the stuff, although it was Tesco value custard out of a carton so it was cold and totally synthetic. I’ve not eaten the stuff since. I’ve also been asked to do some quite terrible stuff like scat (2 girls and a cup – yes that) and having sex with a dog. I obviously declined. Oh and I was asked to wear nothing but a clown mask and pee on the floor of an insane asylum. Apart from that just the usual, BDSM, foot worship, Victorian dental gag, Electro Convulsive Therapy etc…

Just the usual??? Is there anything you simply wouldn’t consider?

Scat, bestiality and anything involving being cold. I hate being cold.

You have explored a lot of fetish’s – are there any that have completely freaked you out?

Hmmmmm….Not many. Although a while back I was unfortunate enough to watch a video called ‘The Pain Olympics’ where this woman had clamps on either side of her pussy. Wasps were driven inside her and as the clamps moved they sort of bellowed out of her. This was accompanied by a punk/ska rendition of Destiny’s Child – ‘I’m a Survivor’. Weird stuff. Had that song in my head for days.

Yow!!! I don’t even have that part of anatomy and that’s even making ME wince! The photographer Hudson Manilla has produced not one, but two entire books of shots of you simply entitled ‘One’ and ‘Carmin’ how does it feel to have an entire book of you published?

It’s very bewildering. Although I’m ecstatic, I feel quite astonished and I’m not too sure what I did to deserve such an accolade.

Are you single?

I’m happily married to a ginger dude with a magnificent flaming beard. That’s probably my own particular fetish, ginger men. As well as smoking.

How does your partner feel about some aspects of your work?

He’s very liberal and doesn’t care too much. We believe that everyone should be allowed to do whatever they please. Strict rules and restrictions don’t make for a happy marriage. He’s very understanding of my work and encourages me in whatever fanciful ideas I have. I was a lapdancer when we met so he knew what I was like from the start.

Complete the sentences: 2012 is going to be….

The year the robot apocalypse will begin.

The things that make me most happy are…

Pudding, cuddles, history documentaries, cigarettes and tea.

The things that irritate me most are…

Rude, judgemental, obnoxious, stupid people. And getting crumbs in bed.

My ambition is to…

Win a Pulitzer Prize.

My biggest turn on is…

Beards and general machismo.

Carmin once again, welcome to iCandy! What’s your message for everyone out there?

Do whatever makes you happy and if it doesn’t make you happy ask me why by mailing me at Carmin@icandy-online.com and I’ll answer the questions you’ve been too afraid to ask!

Shooting iCandy iCon Rosie Peterson, Miss Flavour 2010 Neetu Sahota, Head iCandy Cane Phoenix Taylor and iCandy Feature girl Sarah Tooke were all joined by hopefull’s looking to become the sensational iCandy Canes; our fabulous promotional girls that will be hitting London HARD in the new year!

Over the next week or so, we’ll be posting videos and pictures from quite possibly one of the best days ive ever had in my life – it’s like Christmas, your birthday and Valentines all rolled into one….Check out the teaser video and keep an eye out for more iWatering behind the scenes footage – only on iCandy-online.com!

So Laura, how you doing?

Hi, I’m good thank you!

You’ve been modelling for a few years now – what made you get into it?

I’ve always loved the idea of being a model, and a few people told me I should go for it, so one day I did and I think thinks have gone ok (Laughs).

What do you love about modelling?

I love everything, from the nitty gritty of applying for jobs, to getting glammed up and gorgeous so I can show the camera what I am made of and what I’m capable of.

You’ve also branched into video shoots what ones have you done – who was the best to work with?

I have done a few who aren’t very well known, but recently I’ve been involved in Tinchy Stryder and Pixie Lott’s new song called ‘Bright Lights (good life)’. They were both really lovely and down to earth people.

You’ve also been a TV extra – have you been on a stretcher in Casualty yet? What have you been in that we might have seen you?

(Laughs) No not yet, although that would be a lot of fun. I have been in The Only Way Is Essex, and next year look out for me on a new comedy sketch show called Cardinal Burns, a film for the Olympics called Fast girls and the new Pepsi advert.

Oh so just TOWIE and a film for the biggest event to hit this country in recent memory?? And just an advert for one of the most iconic brands in the world? – Clearly slumming it babes! (Laughs) You also had a Calendar out this year what was it like doing that?

It was amazing knowing people actually wanted to buy my calendar. I had lots of fun shooting it and buying all the outfits for it.

OK so now let’s find out a bit about Laura the girl. What do you like to do when you’re not modelling?

Well as you may have guessed from my last answer I love to shop! But I also love to go out with friends, I also enjoy just chilling with the TV or some music.

Are you single?

Just recently yes

Just recently?? Aww! What do you look for in a guy?

Someone’s who just caring, in shape, loyal and can make me laugh.

Complete the sentences: I hate it when… it’s raining

My favourite thing is… my phone

I never leave the house without… my phone

My ambition in life is… to be successful

The wildest thing I’ve ever done is… had sex on the side of the motorway! (Laughs)

My guilty secret is… I quite fancy Simon Cowell (Laughs).

Laura it’s been great having you along to iCandy and I’m really pleased you’re coming along to our iCandy Cane casting day! Before you go do you have a parting message for everyone?

Thank you for letting me drop by and thank you to everyone for the support, I really appreciate it and look out for me on TV next year!

By Gareth “Girls” Long

Follow iCandy on twitter NOW! @iCandyonline

Photography by Paul Reiffer @paulreiffer