by Omario Harfouch

Model of the Day : Ira Bezrukova

181sm,

88-64-92sm

Eskimo Model Management

Women (Paris), Ford (NY),

Models1 (London),

Beatrice (Milan),

Donna (Tokyo),

LA models (LA)

1) Tell us..How and when did you started modeling ? I was discovered by founder of Eskimo model management Asta ( Iceland ) with current director of Eskimo Russia Elena Rodionova back in 1998 in my school in Siberia, Tomsk city.

2) Do you remember your first casting? Tell me how it was. As I remember I was very nervous because I was all alone in London and my English wasn’t perfect at all. I had just one photo in my portfolio and without English I got my first job for Tank magazine cover and 14 pages story! It was quit shocking moment for me beacuse I wasn’t really understanding at this moment what exactly happening ))) Photographer took my polaroid, wrote something on it and he was asking me a lot of questions about myself but I couldn’t understand nothing at all! It’s was very uncomfortable moment for me.

3) In which countries do you managed to work? Where you liked most? I felt in love with London from my first trip. Models1 is the best agency with whom I worked the most! Very professional team and great people!!!! Paris gave me a good experiance about modeling busness, Tokyo,Madrid and Barcelona – good money!!!! )))) Milan – great food, NY – great life and friends, LA – I founded myself! I can’t pick out one city specific – I love them all! ))) Working in all this countries was a great moment of my life and good memories )))

4)  How would you describe yourself ? Hmmm )))) Very calm, down to the Earth human been with great soul and big heart!!!! My mother agency gave me an unique name – Alien girl!!! ))) I do feel like an alien!!! ))) Oh, and I do have a good sense of humor. I think without humor our life will be grey and borring! )

5)  What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling world ? My personal opinion is that modeling business is a great school of life! Just think about it! Models start traveling at age 15, all alone, without any experience of life they become responsible and independed, even let’s take simple things as cooking your on meal, learning English and etc. ))) Another great thing about modeling is that you meet a lot of rgeat and important people whom can help you in founding yourself later!!!! Modeling gave you a lot of possibilites about life! You just need a brain to use it right !!!!

6)  Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression? Working with a legend as Ellen Von Unwerth was quit breathe taking! I always admired her. She is my idol! She sees in women all the magical impulses, allure, passion…. Her photos is all about WOMEN itself and not the clothe!!! As an artist I do understand Ellen and her vision! ) We were shooting campaign for Equinox and the athmosphere on the set was interesting. ) Who worked with Ellen must know what I am talking about! ))))

7)  You did fashion shows. Are you nervous before the show starts ? And how do you feel when you walk on the runway ? Of course I was nervous everytime I had to walk on runway. It’s normal to be nervous! ))) Models are humans!!!! And we do have fears to felt down on catwalk because your shoe is 2 size smaller and uncomfortable or dress you wearing very long and you afraid to step on it wrong and get ripped out and etc. On runway I always felt happy because the energy you sharing with audience is magical!!!! Normal people would not understand that feeling but actors and singers would ))))

8)  Are there any models that inspire you ? Hmmmm… Kate Moss… She is a Queen of Models World!!! )))

9)  What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape? Yoga is my sport! ))) Yoga is my life! )))) Yoga is everything!!! And been vegetarian is the best thing what you can do to your body to stay young and healthy! ))))

10) Do you have any beauty secrets that you would like to share with us ? Hmmm… Smile as much you can and stay positive!!!! You will see a great result!!! This my beauty secret! )))) And DON’T smoke,girls! It’s effects your skin and health!

11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working? I am an artist ( painter). I do photography and I am a professional digital photo editor and retoucher! Making models and celebrities beautiful and skinny looking on photos,covers of magazine and etc. )))) Oh, and I write poems… I am just a little bit of everything! )))

12) Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Living with my love of my life and having childrens. Having a big studio with my art and my paintings are in the best galleries world wide! ))))

13) What do you think of All About Models? I think it’s a great site where you can become a little bit more closer to the models world and where you can share your experience with new faces. Omario – great work! )))

to visit Ira’s page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/IraItchkaB

By Omario Harfouch

Photographer of the Week : Alfonso VQ

http://www.alfonsovq.com/

Country: Germany (originally from Spain)
1) Tell us..How and when did you started photography ?

I was attending university in Barcelona (Advertising and PR) and started taking pictures of the usual stuff: streets, skies, things… it was after I graduated that I started assisting fashion photographers.

2) Do you remember your first shooting ? Tell me how it was.

My first shooting was a test of a model friend. I had no clue of what to do, I didn’t have enough photographic skill and absolutely no idea about fashion. She brought some clothes and she did her make up. She was helping me a lot about what to do, actually.

3) In which countries do you managed to work? Where you liked most?

Spain, of course, Germany, USA, South Africa, Italy, France, UK

4) How would you describe yourself ?

A normal guy looking for beauty through photography.

5) What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling and photography world ?

Getting to interact with a lot of new people from all over the world, getting paid for one’s passion…. loving your work, actually.

6) Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression?

I shot a bridal editorial some time ago; the model and the location were perfect for the story, very inspiring. One of the last tests I did is one of my favourite shootings so far: a beauty test with butterflies of the gorgeous model. Basically, when you see the final result and think “wow, I did that!”

7) You did fashion Storys and Covers. Are you nervous before the shoots starts ? And how do you feel when you see your pictures published ?

There’s always some “insecurity” level: you may have your stuff together and well thought but you have to leave some room for improvisation. Also, when working for a new client it is usually tense at some point, because you don’t know what reaction you will get. Let’s say it’s all about control and confidence: the less you control, the least confidence you might have.
I feel proud when I see my pictures printed: it’s the reward of so much work and dedication.

Are there any models that inspire you ?

Whoever having some special traits and definitely PERSONALITY. It’s not just about having make up and hair done, fancy clothes on and cool light: they have to add something themselves. Otherwise, I’m never happy with the shoot. Oh, elegance is something that beats everything else, for me.

9) What are your favorite sports, and what do you sugges for models to stay in shape ?

I’m not a sports guy, I reckon. I used to love swimming, though. I’d tell the models to have a generally healthy life: a balanced diet, avoid cigarettes and alcohol and some physical activity: it’s no secret.

10) Do you have any beauty secrets that you would like to share with our models ?

Be confident. I don’t know about the all time tips

11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working?

Reading, watching movies or series, having a beer with friends, playing guitar…

12) Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

I hope I’m still doing what I love but at a better level.

13) What do you think of All About Models?

I think the website needs to be bigger so it becomes the very useful networking tool it could be.

Thank you very much.

to visit Alfonso’s page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/APhoto

Model of the Day : Anna Zawada

Measurements
-Height: 172
-Bust     83
-Waist    63
-Hips      87
Mother agency A S Management
•    Tell us..How and when did you started modeling ?
It was about three years ago when a photographer caught me in the mall and said he was captivated by my appearance of a doll and I have to  take advantage of, so that’s how it started.
•    Do you remember your first casting? Tell me how it was.
Of course I do! It was a very exciting experience – new people, new environment, new opportunities! Overall, I do not remember too many details, the stress was eating me up inside! Fortunately, all went well and here I am!
•    How would you describe yourself ?
On the surface, I look like a charming, beloved and innocent girl, but  in the middle I am a seething volcano of energy! I love being in the company of people who provide me with a whole range of moods.
•    What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling world ?
I could talk about it all day and night, but in fact, it all depends on the type of person. I appreciate the fact that I have the opportunity to travel, gain new experiences, get to know great people, foreign cultures! But the most I love that one day you take the role of sweet girl, next play inaccessible coquette and next I pose for a designer wedding dress and I play a happy young lady.

•    Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression?
I think it was the work on the set of a music video. I was fascinated not only with extremely pleasant atmosphere of the whole team, but above all with the whole process of filming. During the photo shoot we are aiming to capture a particular moment, and here there was more. It was a really great experience.
•    You did fashion shows. Are you nervous before the show starts ? And how do you feel when you walk on the runway ?
Each show is stressful, I personally feel better posing than catwalking. It’s quite a strange feeling when a person like me, who loves to be the center of attention before leaving the paddock feel nervous, after all, I supposed to be in seventh heaven. I try to not think I’m at a fashion show and do my thing. Going after the catwalk I do not think about anything, just go trying not to tip over or break a heel
•    Are there any models that inspire you ?
In each model’s, which has reached  something can be find something inspiring. Personally, I admire Małgosia Bela. In spite of all difficulties in the beginning, she didn`t give up and thus achieved her such great success, and now in spite of being a mom and wife,  having on her head a multitude of responsibilities, she has only become even more organized. It`s a woman from which the beginner model and adult women have a lot to learn.
•    What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape?
I try to eat healthily and regularly, but from time to time I allow myself to small sins. The thing, which I am never without is a hula-hoop, I train with it every day, really!
•    Do you have any beauty secrets hat you would like to share with us ?
Self-confidence is the key to success. You also need to remember about the sincere and cheerful smile!
•    Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working?
I have a little different interests. I love genetics and everything connected with it. I can not even describe the feeling when I first isolated my own DNA alone or I started a culture of stem cells.
•    Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
It’s a very good question! I have a lot of vision, each different from the other. The truth is that my character doesn`t allow me to spend the next day as I imagined, so what can I tell when it comes to years.

•    What do you think of All About Models.
This is a very good website, not only for beginners models, which can found here lots of tips and advice, but also for fashion insiders who are up to date with what’s happening around them after checking this page. It also gives the possibility of contact between people in the industry from around the world and to express opinion, take a little advice, could you ask for more?

to join Anna’s page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/annazawada

by Omario Harfouch

Model of the Day : Andrea Chovanova

country: Slovakia but based in London
Measurements

-Height:179
-Bust 79
-Waist 58
-Hips 88
Mother agency Premier model management

Agencies (worldwide)
Milan: why not
Paris:Nathalie
Sydney:emg models
Shanghai:esee

1) Tell us..How and when did you started modeling ? around 16-17 years old
2) Do you remember your first casting? Tell me how it was. Actually I do remember my first casting, it was back in Slovakia and ofcourse wasn’t great as I was stressed out no confidence at all and I couldn’t walk on high hills propely

3) In which countries do you managed to work? Where you liked most? Mostly I work in London and Paris

4) How would you describe yourself ? happy ,hamble , simple and extremely perfectionist in some things
5) What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling world ? I am sure you heard this many times but definitely traveling , great creative people, and feeling special.
6) Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression? Work with Nick Night , I will never forget that shoot .

7) You did fashion shows. Are you nervous before the show starts ? not anymore And how do you feel when you walk on the runway ?one of the best feeling ever is hard to describe but is great
Are there any models that inspire you ? not paticular but I respect the one who can do modeling and also school or having a family at the same time
9) What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape? I do running sometimes but I walk a lot so that keep me in nice shape
and I am a vegeterian and also I eat very heathy
10) Do you have any beauty secrets hat you would like to share with us ? no stress, smile ,good sleep and green tea
11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working?
Since my young age I am very in to the art so mostly I do paintings and also I have a big passion of Polaroid photography

12) Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I am gonna be a mummy and nice wifie but ofcourse I would love to be a good psychologist as that’s what I am going to study now
13) What do you think of All About Models ? I think is great well done

To visit Andrea’s page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profil/AndreaChovanova?xg_source=profiles_memberList

by Omario Harfouch

Model of the Day : Giselle Reinberg

Country of origin

Canada (1/2 Latvian-father, 1/2 Suriname -Mother(West Afrian / Javanese) Heritage )

Measurements

34B 24 35

Mother agency

Number one Models: http://www.numberonemodels.eu

Agencies (worldwide)

Next models USA

MGM Models Hamburg

Ulla Models Netherlands

Artroom Models Istanbul

1) How and when did you started modeling ?

4 years ago, I was scouted in Miami Beach

2) Do you remember your first casting? Tell me how it was.

For a german catalog, they didn’t show much expression when looking through my book..I thought they really disliked me..I was wrong, they loved my images and I booked the job.

3) In which countries do you managed to work? Where you liked most?

I have worked in Canada, USA, France, Italy, UK, Germany, Netherlands, South Africa, Turkey, India.

I love New York City and Istanbul. New York City is fast, professional, and fluid, and Istanbul is busy, exciting, and unpredictable

4) How would you describe yourself ?

Energetic, positive, efficient. I am a consummate professional in my work, and I like keep things lively

5) What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling world ?

Being around incredibly talented creative people, a lot of self development, experiencing various cultures

6) Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression?

Shooting Lee Cooper Jeans Europe Campaign, It was a fun colorful group..we had a lot of fun those 2 days.

7) You did fashion shows. Are you nervous before the show starts ? And how do you feel when you walk on the runway ?

I just go into the zone before shows. I just feel confident and strong going down the runway, like a professional performer would, but displaying clothes

8)  Are there any models that inspire you ?

Christy Turlington..ever so graceful

9) What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape?

I love tennis, but for model shape it has to be power yoga 3-4 times a week. I normally eat what I like. For shows, I don’t eat late and have fish veggies and salad as much as I want.

10) Do you have any beauty secrets that you would like to share with us ?

Hot and cold shower after yoga, it really makes your skin glow and look refreshed.

11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working?

I have been learning to play classical guitar..its so beautiful. I also study Turkish in my spare time as well.

12) Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

I love beauty and fashion, somewhere involved in creative or art direction

13) What do you think of All About Models?

It seems to be very well done, has quality industry connections, and well thought articles

to visite Giselle’s page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/GiselleReinberg

by Omario Harfouch

Model of the Day : Sharovarova Tanya

Measurements

bust-84
waist-60
hip- 85

1) How and when did you started modeling ?
I began to go in for model business at  the age of 11. I went to the modal school. I began to be interested in high fashion 3 years ago.
2) Do you remember your first casting? Tell me how it was.
I don’t remember exactly,but my first castings were very exciting for me.
3) In which countries do you managed to work? Where you liked most?
Unfortunately,I haven’t worked yet.
4) How would you describe yourself ?
I am a very shy and closed person but as for my work I become very active and open.
5) What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling world ?
Meetiling interesting people and learning culture of other people while travelling.
6) Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression?
I have great remembrance about me last photoshoot,as I met very cheerful people.
7) You did fashion shows. Are you nervous before the show starts ? And how do you feel when you walk on the runway ?
I have a bit of excitement before the show, but I’m not very worried.

Are there any models that inspire you ?
Of course, I have a model that I am inspired by this model 90s.But my favorite model is Natalia Vodianova.
9) What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape?
I prefer running,riding a bike and active games.I don’t fallow any diet but I try to eat health food.
10) Do you have any beauty secrets hat you would like to share with us ? My sekret of beauty is very simple:sleep enough, get inspired and eat health food!And above all-love the world!
11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working?
When I have freetime.I like to read and decorate things.

12) Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
In ten years I hope to be a successful stylist.
13) What do you think of All About Models?
All About models I think , is a very good base for the models  searching for a good agency and good work. I am very glad that I am a member of this community .

to visit Tanya’s page :    http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/Tatiana384

by Omario Harfouch

Model of the Day : Kätlin Mikker

Country of origin : Estonia
Measurements : 83-59-87
Mother agency : AL MODEL MANAGEMENT
Agencies (worldwide) : Paris MAJOR
New York MAJOR
Lisbon ELITE
1) How and when did you started modeling ?
I started modelling a little less than a year ago. I was scouted by my agency from the street.
2) Do you remember your first casting? Tell me how it was.
Yes, it was for CELINE. I remember they were very friendly. I got the job, and it made me even happier.
3) In which countries do you managed to work? Where you liked most?
In Paris, New York, Milan and Portugal. I liked New York and Portugal, because they differ the most from my country, especially New York. Paris and Milan are in Europe and more similar to my country.
4) How would you describe yourself ? Sweet and warmhearted and sometimes impatient

5) What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling world ? Definitely travelling, you get a chance to see so many different places and people. It teaches you to consider and work with other people.
6) Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression?
I did lookbook for MINU jeans and on the shooting they had a real live eagle. That was really cool.
7) You did fashion shows. Are you nervous before the show starts ? And how do you feel when you walk on the runway ?

 I feel rather excited than nervous. Walking on the runway gives you a good adrenaline rush.
8)  Are there any models that inspire you ? Yes, i really look up to Coco Rocha, she is like an actress, amazing.

9) What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape? I really like basic gym training like lifting weights. When it’s beautiful outside i like to go for a run. On the diet i like to eat very healthily, being in a good shape comes with that.
10) Do you have any beauty secrets hat you would like to share with us ? Haha, i would like to know them also Enough sleep and proper nutrition.
11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working?
When i have a holiday i like to meet my friends, go for a long walks. I also like to cook a lot. It’s one of my passions.

12) Where do you see yourself in 10 years? i want to model as long as i can, so if i would still do it then i would be really happy. I have a dream to live in the mountains or near the sea with my family. I definitely want to have children.
13) What do you think of All About Models?
It’s a really good idea, makes it so easy to connect people in fashion industry.

to visit Katlin’s page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/KaetlinMikker

by Omario Harfouch

Model of the Day :  Alyona Shishmareva

Measurements 86-62-88
Mother agency Donmodels
Agencies (worldwide)
NY – Q
Paris – Angels & Demons
Berlin – Izaio
Milan – d’managment
Cape Town – Max models

1) How and when did you started modeling ?
I started when I was 18,I was discovered in the shopping mall in my city
2) Do you remember your first casting? Tell me how it was.
ohhh, already I don’t remember which one was the first one, but anyway it was really exiting!
3) In which countries do you managed to work? Where you liked most?
I was in Malaysia,China,Korea,Italy,France,Germany,USA
From all of this countries my country definitely USA
4) How would you describe yourself ?
hmmm.bit shy,talkative:)

5) What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling world ?
the best thing is travelling!ah and meeting interesting people all over the world
6) Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression?
it was shooting in one of the oldest restaurants in Paris – 1728
7) You did fashion shows. Are you nervous before the show starts ?
sometimes yes,sometimes no, but of course the first shows I did I was super nervous
And how do you feel when you walk on the runway ?
like a diva! haha

8)  Are there any models that inspire you ?
yeah! Coco Rocha is my number one queen!and I also love Abbey Lee Kershaw and Sasha Pivovarova
9) What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape?
yoga and running are my really good friends,what about diets I just eat healthy:)
10) Do you have any beauty secrets hat you would like to share with us ?
sleep well and less stress,always reminding it to myself
11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working?
painting,cooking,live music

12) Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
oh,Gosh.10 years..2 kids maybe, happily married:)never know)
13) What do you think of All About Models?
you,guys,doing great!

to visite Alyona’s page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/2hatje3sgn18t

by Omario Harfouch

Model of the Day :  Juliett Sobol

Measurements 77-57-87

Mother agency : IMAGE DISCOVERY

Agencies (worldwide) Image,Banilla

Are there any models that inspire you ? there a lot of)

9) What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape? yoga and dancing)

10) Do you have any beauty secrets hat you would like to share with us ? healthy life)

11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working? drawing, D.J. I adore piano

to visit Juliett page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/Juliett

by Omario Harfouch

Model of the Day :  SARA ROSATI

Country of origin ITALY
Measurements 75-60-89
Mother agency ALLURE MODELS AGENCY
Agencies (worldwide) GOSHEN ( korea) EMS taiwan
1) How and when did you started modeling ?
When i was 16,i was in a club and Vasco Rossi’s videomaker saw me and ask me if i have ever had any experience in the fashion/tv world and i told him ” are you trying to hang out with me,man?” ahahah

2) Do you remember your first casting? Tell me how it was.
My first casting has been extremely funny , i didn’t know what to do , so i get in the castings room and i start laughing as a 12 years old girl and i said ” that’s all ” and the client start laughing ,i think he thought it was i joke but i was serious eheh ( i got that job )

3) In which countries do you managed to work ? Where you liked most ?
i really love China, japan and taiwan ( because of the people and because of the food :p) but i work more in europe because of my crazy hairs ,and in asia they don’t know how to manage them ahahah

4) How would you describe yourself ?
i look as a sweet girl but when i start talking i m more like a truck driver ,this is so funny because at the beginning people talk to me as a child and then when they realize i m more like a old experienced fisher man they start talking in the same way…i love to have fun everytime especially during jobs,veggy,and crazy

5) What are in your opinion the best things in the modeling world ?
i really love to travel,and this jobs allow me to do that,i love meet new friends with different cultures, when i was in Asia under 3 months contracts i had the best experience in my whole life.

6) Please tell us what the last job has left you have the greatest impression?
During a shooting i tried to give some advice about my look to the photographer Silvia Bordin and she answer me back ” models don’t talk” since that i m inlove with her hahahah

7) You did fashion shows. Are you nervous before the show starts ? And how do you feel when you walk on the runway ?
usually im not nervous till 1 minute before the start of the show,but in that minute i being like a amoeba …stop talking stop thinking stop everything

Are there any models that inspire you ?
Freja Beha i really love her

9) What are your favorite sports, how much do you exercise and how do you manage your diet to stay in shape? i love jogging ,2 times per week, i do not diet ,and when i tried to do that it doesn’t work eheh, i eat a lot of sweeties.this is a mistery

10) Do you have any beauty secrets hat you would like to share with us ?
beauty secrets? of course , i put Aloe vera every day on my face )

11) Tell us a little more about your hobbies. What are you doing when you’re not working?
i love so muchhh cooking,especially cakes

12) Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
i hope to being a magistrate ( ehhe yes i know it’s weird )

13) What do you think of All About Models?
I know about it through friend,i like it and i like to talk with people who share same interests

to join Sara’s page : http://allaboutmodels.me/profile/SaraRosati