You Ask, Models Answer!

We asked fans on Instagram what they would love to ask the models who did Elite Model Look. We put the questions to out models - here is what they had to say!

Kim Schell, EML France

How old were you when you started? 

I started modeling at 18 years old. 

 

How did you become a model? 

I’ve been discovered  thanks to the Elite Model Look France contest in 2016! 


What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

I try not to ask myself too many questions and just do what I have to do. You must believe in yourself, it’s very important I think! 


If I don’t win, can I still get signed?  

Yes, of course, the year I participated in the contest, I did not win but I signed with Elite Paris! 

Matilde Rastelli, EML Italy

How did you become a model?  

I just showed up to the Elite Model Look casting back in 2016, gave it a try and... I won for Italy! 


What is your trick for staying on top of your game?  

Just be yourself and keep being the best version possible of your true self in every situation! That’s the one and only key to always stay on top... both in modelling and life! And if you’ll ever go through some downs (which are necessary for the up moments), well... at least you are being yourself! 

 

I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

Yes, I mean why not?? Just embrace it, don’t let this pull you back!! Give it a try and don’t overthink it too much! 


If I don’t win, can I still get signed?  

Definitely YESSSS! Amazing right?? Maybe you don’t follow the specific criteria of EML (height, age, etc) but you could still be perfect for the industry or for the Elite network!! 

Ysaunny Brito, EML Dominican Republic

At what age did you start modelling? 

I started modeling at the age of 18, just right after I finished school. 

 
How did you become a model? 

One of my cousins took me to the casting of the Elite Model Look 2012 in Dominican Republic.  I didn’t really know where I was going but I did the casting, they choose me for the contest and then I got into the Top 15 at the World Final in China. Elite model signed me after the contest and here I am! 
 

What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

My trick to be in the top is just easy – always be positive, stay in a good shape, eat healthy, be nice to everybody and enjoy your job, because that’s why we are here! To work but at the same time have fun. 

 
I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

Not really, those could be your beauty marks! 
 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Yes of course this is not only about winning it’s about showing who you are, showing your real personality when you are on the runway! 

Adrian Calabria, EML Spain

At what age did you start modelling? 

I started at 16 years old! 

How did you become a model? 

was discovered by Elite Model Look Spain! I was looking online for the best agencies and came across Elite Model Look, so I went to their casting and they chose me! I took part and I went to the World Final! 

 
What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

My advice is to always eat healthy food, and do plenty of sport! 

 
I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

think that you have to try because maybe you are perfect for this! 
 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Yes, maybe you won’t win but you can signed with an Elite Model World agency and work around the world!

Margaux Ravera, EML France

At what age did you start modelling? 

I started modelling at 18 years old 

 

How did you become a model? 

I did the Elite Model Look France competition in 2018. 

 

What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

Two tips for staying on top – eat healthy and play sports! 

 

I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

We are all unique, even if we have little things that we don’t like, we can learn to love them! 

 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Even if you don’t win, it is still possible to sign, it depends on the agents. But the most important is that you will create amazing memories of this experience! 

Djané Bathily, EML France

At what age did you start modelling? 

I started modeling at 19 years old.


How did you become a model? 

I heard about Elite Model Look when me and my mom were researching model agencies. We saw an ad in a newspaper that there was alive casting for Elite Model Look so I went, and I took part in Elite Model Look France! 


What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

I’d stay focus on what YOU do and who YOU are, don’t give think about people judging youIn modeling everything goes so fast and you might get cancelled last minute, so I think that it is important not to get too excited until you are confirmed for the job!  


I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

I think scars can actually make a strength and can actually be a positive thing, by making your face unique!


If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Yes, you can still get signed if you don’t win! I know models who have done exactly that.

Arya Bendkhale, EML India

At what age did you start modelling? 

I started modelling when I was 18. I always wanted to trybut my parents asked me to wait until I was 18. 

 

How did you become a model? 

saw ad on Facebook about Elite Model Look casting in my city, and thats how everything started! Nobody had approached me until I went to that casting, and from that one casting, I won Elite Model Look India and I went to the World Final in Milan - and that was just the beginning! 

 

What is your trick for staying on top of your game?  

My trick is to always stay positive and always believe that if something goes wrong, everything happens for a reason. To be a model, it is so important to be mentally strong! 
 

I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

In this competition, they see your personality - if you have strong personality, nothing will come against winning this competition, not even acne scars! 
 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model?  

 Yes of course! I was not in the Top 15 in the World Final, but still I am signed with Elite. Just don’t miss the chance of trying this contest that might change your life!

Ruben Rua, EML Portugal

At what age did you start modelling?  

I started when I was 18.

 

How did you become a model? 

I went to a casting of Elite Model Look Portugal in 2005. Then I took part in the semifinalwhich I won and then the National Final. 

 
What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

Hard work, focus, anticipation, honesty with my own skills and positive vibes all the time! 

 
I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

It depends how much you let them define yourself. I have a scar on my forehead. Tobias Sorensen has a scar on his face. Winnie Harlow has virtiligo. Differences make our world and I believe fashion loves beauty which is not perfect. It’s about being special, not about being perfect. 

 
If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

I didn’t win my national competition of Elite Model Look, but I got signed and here I am after 15 years dancing in the rain!

Thyra Van Daalen, EML France

At what age did you start modelling? 

I got scouted at 14 but started full time modelling at 16 
 


How did you become a model? 

I participated in the Elite Model Look contest in 2013. My friends always said I should model because I am tall, so after a while, we found the contest online, and went to the casting in Lyon. When I was there, one of the agents approached me to ask if I was there to take part – that really motivated me to go through with it! 
 

 
What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

Feeling confident in your own body is the most important thing.


 
I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

Some models have acne scars and I believe that in the industry nowadays they’re looking for someone that’s different and that everyone can relate to, so I think it’s something that makes you unique! 
 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Yeah you can still get signed! I was in the National Final of Elite Model Look France and I signed with Elite Paris, Milan and London. Later, I also signed with other agencies, so it’s not only about winning but about having the opportunity to get seen by agencies!

Daniel Jesus, EML Portugal

At what age did you start modelling? 

I start modelling with 18 years old. 


How did you become a model? 

I went to a casting, for the Elite Model Look Portugal contest.  
 

What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

1- Visualize the good stuff even if the things are not going well, always remembering the the best is yet to come.  

2- Stay disciplined and be consistent, don’t forget to workout and do all the things you need to do, to take care of yourself. 

3- Don’t be afraid to fail, because you’ll never know when the “big thing” will come. 

When it does, you need to be ready for it, always as feeling as healthy confident and motivated as you can.  

 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Opportunities will appear!

Tobi Momoh, EML Nigeria

At what age did you start modelling? 

I started modelling at 16 years old. 

 

How did you become a model? 

I was scouted by my mother agency while walking down the road! 

 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still get signed? 

I didn’t win but I got signed by my amazing agencies right now, including Women360 which is part of the Elite Model World family. Not winning at Elite Model Look doesn’t determine your career!

Eva Klimkova, EML Czech Republic

At what age did you start modelling? 

started when I was 15 years old. 
 

How did you become a model? 

When I was in shopping centre, a nice woman approached me, she was photographer for Elite Model Prague and she gave me her contact detailsSo I tried, and then I started really quickly! I went to Tokyo for my first model jobs, and I did Elite Model Look Czech Republic!


What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

dont have any tricks, just be yourself, be kind and be communicative. I keep myself in shape and I stay informed and educated! 
 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Of course, winning is nice, but everyone who takes part in Elite Model Look has the chance to be represented, and become a top model! 

Valeria Buldini, EML Italy

At what age did you start modelling? 

I took part in the Elite Model Look contest in 2017 when I was 14 but I actually had to wait till I was 16 before I started modeling. 

 
How did you become a model? 

When I was 14, a scout started stopped me in the street, which made me gain enough confidence to take part in the Elite Model Look contest in Italy, win it and place among the Top 15 Worldwide! 

 
What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

That’s a great one! I, too, have ups and downs, but I try my best to always stay on top. I usually take time to relax and take care of myself. That may sound superficial but I’ve noticed that self-confidence and self-appreciation are key to be more productive! 

 
I have acne scars – can I still become a model? 

Don’t worry about your acne scars, they won’t affect you in any way. Always remember that our differences make us unique the way we are! 

 
If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Of course, even if you don’t win you can still get signed! 

Josephine Le Tutour, EML France

At what age did you start modelling? 

I started when I was 16 years old. 

 

How did you become a model? 

My best friend heard about Elite Model Look on the TV and asked me to come with her to the casting. I took part, I won Elite Model Look France and I got signed with the agency! 

 

What is your trick for staying on top of your game? 

I believe that it is important to have goals. In your personal and professional life. 

 

If I don’t win Elite Model Look, can I still be a model? 

Of course, a lot of girls and boys get signed even if they don’t win! 

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