First off tell us how were you discovered and how did your modeling career start?

I’ve never even thought of becoming a model I was discovered by Ego models agency in Kiev (Ukraine) through the social network VK (its like Russian Facebook ) I got signed with them as my mother agency. My first modeling trip was to Paris, I started working there. Step by step I was signed by more agencies all around the world. The most important thing at the beginning of my career was Calvin Klein show SS 2016 through Wilhelmina NY.

What’s one of the most interesting shoots that you’ve done?

I feel there’s not only one special shoot. It’s a lot of them, but I al- ways enjoy shoots by the beach or the sea side. It is always so impressive for me.

Where has been your favorite place to shoot?

The Canary island for sure. Some places in Greece; Positano and Naples are a few of my favorites.

What part of modeling do you like the most and why?

It is a great opportunity to meet a lot of people and nationalities from around the world. It is a huge opportunity to see the world, discover different cultures and traditions, experience communication. All the people that you can work with in fashion are so creative and talented. I love to see people doing their job with pleasure, it’s so inspiring me.

What are the main challenges in modeling today?

I guess it is the competition, a lot of new faces, young girls and many talents and artists. But at the same time modeling has a lot of different sides to it. Today it is all about something special about that individual. Every person is unique so in this industry there is a space and place for everyone.

Within the industry, who is your inspiration?

Models, artists, people in fashion industry who are obsessed with what they’re doing.

Outside of modeling, what are your hobbies?

I love photography, especially on film; I love to spend time with my friends listen- ing to music, discussing some ideas or news; sometimes I draw.

What gets you out of bed in the morning?

Avocado toast which I am going to make for my breakfast.

What’s your beauty regimen like? Any secrets?

The first main rule that everybody knows: don’t go to bed with the make up on!!! Sometimes I love to do a face massage with some drops of oil.

You could have anyone take your portrait, who is it and why?

I can’t give you only one name because each photographer is an artist. Every artist sees me in different ways in their lens and that is what I like about my job.

What advice would you give to women aspiring to get into modeling?

First, be yourself, don’t be afraid to show people the real you; Second is be confident , because you are beautiful ; and the third is never change who you are.

What do you want to achieve in the future?

I am staying quiet about it. Telling you just one thing : I will be happy in the future.