CHAT Kelle-ről :

ANTM Host: There are lots of great questions for Kelle so let's begin. Are you ready to answer some questions from the fans?
Kelle: Of course! I am looking forward to it.

lova: Kelle, what was your first reaction to being eliminated? Where you surprised or relieved you were eliminated?
Kelle: I wasn't surprised. I was a little bit relieved. There is only so much humiliation I can take. Although I thought my pictures were getting progressively better, there were other girls in the competition doing better than I was. I was enjoying my experience and didn't want to go home yet.

BINX: Kelle, how are you doing after the dismissal Wednesday?
Kelle: I am doing really, really well! My gallery is doing well. I feel good. Although I did get eliminated, it was a little hard and I shed some tears, I feel it made me stronger. I am satisfied and am doing good. I thought it was good experience for me and I will gladly do it again.

Gucci_Perfume: Kelle, did you ever feel guilty during eliminations when Jennipher and Kristi were eliminated instead of you? It seemed you felt guilty about that.
Kelle: No. I never felt guilty. I wanted to be there. I think a small part of me was like... there is a lot of pressure and I was trying so hard to take a good picture. I was struggling with it. I thought some of the other girls were like "I can't believe Kelle is still here." And sometimes I would feel that. I would tell myself that the judges know what they are doing and if I am still here, I am here for a reason - they probably see something in me and I can do better. And in most cases I did.

tacorraFAN: How did you feel about yourself after the show aired?
Kelle: Surprisingly I felt very good about myself. After going through so much of the drama, the tears, and the criticism, at the end I almost felt stronger because I made it through. I felt more confident. It was like "I'm OK." I felt mature and like I had grown up through the experience. While it was humbling it was also empowering.

breeie: Kelle, how is life different now after ANTM?
Kelle: For me, life is different in the sense that I am now dealing with contemporary art in my gallery. I get more emails of support than requests for pieces. People are getting a different perspective of art and I like the idea. Even if it is to contact me, people go through the gallery's website and see the art and the paintings. Things are going well.

z-bo: Kelle, I'm sorry about last night. However, did you think about being a model before ANTM?
Kelle: Oh definitely! It has always been a dream of mine. I was too scared of doing it and my parents wanted me to go to school so I was unable to. It was a dream come true. And I think this was one of the best ways to do it. I never had any modeling experience so the idea of going to a model boot camp and being in contact with some of the best or top people in the industry seemed ideal.

crys3411: You always seemed to be right in the middle of drama.. not that you were involved but you always seemed to be there... Whose side were you on during the fight between Amanda, Eva and Ann?
Kelle: I was more concerned about my sunglasses. In the beginning I was probably the target for most girls and it didn't feel too good. From that, in an effort not to be hypocritical, I tried not to target anyone. I let the girls duke it out as they may and stay on the sidelines and be an observer. It was really funny.

pat: Hi Kelle, I just want to know--what happened? You appeared to be so relaxed in your interview exclusives, and your photos were really nice, but when you got in front of the camera you lost it.
Kelle: I'm glad you thought my photos were nice. I wish you were on the panel. Knowing, how disappointing and a let down my photos were, and being judged on my photos, I became overly self-conscious. It was the stress of having to make it too good. When I was myself, what came natural was being criticized. I had to take in the criticism and apply it to the photos. It just became an over-conscious mess. I don't know why. I guess that is what separates models from "pedestrians."

guillermoluvsme: Kelle, sometimes it seemed like the judges really ripped you to shreds, and your confidence seemed to start to disappear. Do you think that ANTM has made you less confident?
Kelle: On the contrary, because I was still able to leave the house with a smile on my face, it proved how strong I was. While in the house and under the pressure of competition, my confidence might have been shaken. But in the end I am a stronger and, in my opinion, better person because of it.

Gucci_Perfume: Kelle, did you ever get any constructive criticism eventually on how to improve the no emotion thing? Or did they leave you in the dark?
Kelle: Actually, I did not receive any help from the panel in that sense. Their advice was to practice in the mirror. The girls, in particular Toccara, showed me a technique of singing a song that evokes emotion that will show up in the camera. That is what I did in the La Perla - I sang myself to victory.

Photogenic: Why did you pick Toccara and Amanda when you won the posing contest?
Kelle: I chose Amanda because, in the beginning around the first episode, when everyone was in the room talking about me, she was the one that was there for me and consoled me. It was my way of saying thank you. I chose Toccara because she was my big mama. She was my older sister and someone I can talk to. I am still friends with her now. And she helped me with the song, so I felt I owed it to her.

leanna: Do u think Amanda intentionally tripped you?
Kelle: No! I don't think so at all. Not at all. It was an honest mistake.

fanatic: Have you ever considered skin modeling?
Kelle: I have now, since the show, definitely. Before the show I hadn't even considered modeling. The only people who said I had nice skin were like my mom and dad. But what do they know, they're parents! LOL!

Tanna: Hi girl, how are you and what do you think of Ms. Dickinson?
Kelle: Hey girl! Believe it or not Janice was actually one of my favorite judges. Throughout the competition you realize you can either take what they judges say as criticism and them criticizing your modeling abilities or you can take it personally. With Janice it was clear that it was about modeling and that she could really like you. With that definition being clear her criticism didn't hurt like it could have.

BBall_Star: Kelle, did you ever feel intimidated by the panel of judges?
Kelle: Not necessarily intimidated. They are good at what they do and I am good at other things (besides taking pictures). I was more nervous to approach them and what they would say. I was more nervous about what my picture would look like. But I wasn't intimidated though.

lova: Kelle, what was your diet like in the house? Was it hard to maintain a good balance of your diet?
Kelle: I never had a problem with my weight. I don't know if you notice but I am usually eating all the time. I thank the Lord I am blessed with a fast metabolism. But that means I am hungry all the time. I eat like 6 small meals a day and lots of snacks. So, no real diet. There is no Kelle diet and no one is going to make a book out of me. Diets only last a week for me.

Snowhyte: Kelle, what did you think Norelle?
Kelle: Norelle is so cute! She is loopy but in a good way. She is a sweet girl.

lovely: Kelle, what have you learned about yourself while on ANTM?
Kelle: I learned that I am one tough cookie! And that I can handle more than I thought I could. And I am human and need to cry some times. I learned I have to be aware of others when I speak. I have a tendency to come off offensive, even if I don't mean to be that way. I learned I am an OK girl. I'm happy.

kiss_it: Kelle everyone has flaws, even the top models. Look at Janice--she has to buy beauty. Why did you say that about your mouth when there is nothing wrong with it?
Kelle: Thank you for not thinking there is anything wrong with it. I think it is fine in person. In photographs it became a problem--how to angle it, keep it open, closed. It was always criticized in every picture and was actually a problem for me. I think I look fine and if my look can't fit the modeling world then so sad, too bad. I'll have to take Janice's advice and sell art for the rest of my life.

kell: Kelle, why did you cry so much? Was it very stressful for you?
Kelle: I was in an emotional period at the time. Being emotional and under so much stress, it is the perfect equation for tears.

fanatic: What types of products do you use on your skin?
Kelle: It changes sometimes. I moisturize every day after the shower. I look for products with Vitamin E. I try to use a face soap that takes all the makeup off and has a preventative product inside. That's about it. No $200 facials or anything.

tisha: You were the only one representing the NYC--did you take the girls around the city and show them what New York is all about ?
Kelle: Yaya also represents New York. Whenever we were out or driving somewhere I would try to point out places to the girls.

lova: Kelle, how much fun was it being the "tour guide" for the group walking back from the stair challenge?
Kelle: I loved that! It was awesome! It was like FINALLY something I can do. It was the highlight of the week.

wannabe: I know you tried but your pictures never really improved, what do you think was holding you back?
Kelle: I thought they slightly improved. And I think when you are down it is harder to get up and start running, as opposed to being running already. It was almost like fighting a losing battle.

Danny: Kelle, how do you feel about plus size models?
Kelle: I am glad they are there. Especially in a country where the majority of the country is "plus size" there should definitely be a market for them in terms of modeling. It makes sense to me. I doubt most of us will be stick figures in our 40s so it will be a refreshing sight to see.

bates: Do you have a boyfriend?
Kelle: Yes, I do. He is amazing. He's been incredibly supportive throughout everything. He's great!

Kassie: Kelle, did you think that you would make this far?
Kelle: In the beginning I thought I would make it much further. After being there and understanding it, I was surprised to be there the following week.

Jen: Are Ann and Eva as mean as they appear to be?
Kelle: I wouldn't call them mean. I don't call what they do mean. I don't think the show is displaying them in a way that they are not.

sunny: Kelle, how do you feel bout Janice's comments to you, especially in the Beauty Shots critique, where she made the joke and comment about your picture, the untouched and retouched version being similar to a Hitchcock film?
Kelle: I didn't think that was too nice. I thought it was taking it a bit far. By no means was that constructive criticism.

guillermoluvsme: Kelle, I love New York. Where is your art gallery located? I would love to see it
Kelle: You don't have to come to New York to see it. You can visit it at www.oswaldcleveland.com from the comfort of your own home!

lova: Kelle, do you plan to take Janice's advice of "selling art for the rest of your life"? Or are your pursuits elsewhere?
Kelle: Janice's advice or not, my art gallery is something that has always and will always be part of my life. I don't intend to stop it. I may do things in addition to running my gallery.

Jenn: Kelle, what advice would you give the young girls that are interested in becoming a supermodel?
Kelle: If you are getting into the modeling industry you must be able to separate yourself. What I did, and I would advise all girls to do, is separate Kelle the Product (my look and what I want to sell) from Kelle the Person. You have to understand that whatever criticism Kelle the Product gets has nothing to do with Kelle the Person. That is how I was able to leave there with a smile.

ANTM Host: I am sorry to say that our time with Kelle is up. Kelle thanks so much for being here to chat with us today. Do you have any final comments for the Top Model fans?
Kelle: Thank you so much for all your support and talking to me today. I enjoyed it. I wish you all the best. Thanks again!

ANTM Host: Thanks for joining us everyone. Don't miss an exciting new episode of AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL next Wednesday at 8:00PM ET/PT. Then come back for another chat next Thursday afternoon at 3PM ET/12PM PT to chat with the next eliminated model. See you then!