New York City, New York Oct 18, 2019 (Issuewire.com) - Allan Gregorio teams up with some creatives in Amsterdam and invites supermodel on the rise, Kyria Zoeter, for an exclusive feature in MANUKA magazine.
How did you become a model?
Kyria: I got scouted for the first time when I was 14 years old. I was very young and did not think that it was possible for me to pursue a modeling career while I was still in school. I wanted to finish school first and after that, I would try to model full time, because I really liked modeling. So, near the end of my senior year, I started to look up some modeling agencies and out of those agencies I chose New Generation Model Management (Amsterdam). I have signed a contract with them around May 2018 and I am very happy with them. So that’s how I started.
When did you realize you wanted to become a model?
Kyria: I think the first time I was sure I wanted to be a model was when I saw the Victoria Secret Fashion Show. All these women looked so amazingly beautiful and strong. I think I was about 15 years old and was just mesmerized by all the beauty. I also liked the fact that fashion is art and the idea that I am contributing to bringing that art alive. So, as I began realizing that, I was about 17 years old... I was sure I would do whatever it takes to be the best model I can be.
Which types of projects would be out of your comfort zone and how would you deal with them?
Kyria: I think there aren’t a lot of projects that would really be out of my comfort zone, but if I had to choose one, then I would say a photoshoot with spiders. I have severe arachnophobia and big tarantulas are my biggest fear. I honestly must say that I don’t know if I would do it. It really would
depend on the client and how much they pay me. But if I did it, I would take a deep breath and try to rationalize the situation, so that I wouldn’t feel that nervous.
Haha! So, next time we are going to have a photoshoot with spiders! I hope you’re ready?
Kyria: Haha, I hope not!
What would you like people to know about you?
Kyria: I would like people to know that I have a very positive mindset. It has also helped me with this job. You have to deal with a lot of rejection and a lot of uncomfortable situations. I always like to think that a better time is coming when things do not go the way I want it to. Positivity is the key to life!
How would your friends describe you?
Kyria: I think my friends would describe me as a girly girl with an edgy side, tough, sweet, dedicated and charming.
What is your favorite movie and why?
Kyria: My favorite movie is probably Breakfast at Tiffany’s. It’s a real classic and I absolutely adore Audrey Hepburn. For me she represents the ideal woman. She was beautiful, friendly, cared for others and she knew how to dance.
Good choice for Breakfast at Tiffany’s! Any advice to young aspiring models?
Kyria: Don’t sign any contract without reading it first and don’t let criticism get to you.
The industry can be really overwhelming and it can make young girls very insecure about themselves. Also, don’t do anything what you don’t want to do. For example: If a photographer wants you to take your top off, but you don’t feel comfortable with
nudity or with the photographer, you don’t have to do it!
Where do you see yourself aged 60?
Kyria: I hope I will be sitting in a warm country enjoying my retirement with my husband at a poolside sipping margarita. I hope my family is healthy and happy. The last thing I hope is that I have lived my life with no opportunities untaken.
Model - Kyria Zoeter (New Generation)
MUA - MUACreation / Lucia Mihalikova
Stylist - Liza Cuenca
Photography & Interview - Allan Gregorio
Original article published onMANUKA MAG Issue 5
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