Good models don't grow on trees - they are made through dedication, hard work and especially - the will to make a dream come true! This is the case for Alina Obermann - native Russian living in Germany and an aspiring model. Becoming a model has been a childhood dream for her - and she's dedicated to making it come true! We interviewed the up and coming model about how she got started, how she builds confidence in front of the camera, and her plans for the future!
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Alina, tell us a little bit about yourself - e.g. how old you are, what you do for work and in your free time, or something completely different that we and our readers should know about you.
My name is Alina and I am 23 years old. I originally come from Russia and am now living in Germany. I am a trained retail clerk in the fashion sector and have been working in the restaurant business since I was 16. Since summer 2018, I also have been a full-time mom to my wonderful daughter Mila, who makes me perfect. In my free time, I love to dance, cook and bake. I also love to travel and meet new people and places. My personality is rather divided into two. On the one hand I am a very open, sociable, spontaneous, creative and ambitious person and I like to have fun and laugh a lot, but on the other hand I am very emotional and like to withdraw. I'm also a total perfectionist. If something bothers me or I think I didn't do it well enough, it needs to be improved. But I think we all have our quirks, which are likeable in their own way. |
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How long have you been a model and how did you start?
I had the first shoot with Rolf in November 2020. We had been liking each other's pictures for a long time so I wrote texted him on Instagram to see if he'd like to shoot with me and he was happy to meet up for a shoot. We met for a first conversation relatively quickly and our first shoot was arranged right away. We've been a great team ever since!
What do you like most about modelling?
What I like most is that I can take on different roles. Every outfit and every location tells a different story that one tries to embody.
It's fun to put yourself in the shoes of this one.
I had the first shoot with Rolf in November 2020. We had been liking each other's pictures for a long time so I wrote texted him on Instagram to see if he'd like to shoot with me and he was happy to meet up for a shoot. We met for a first conversation relatively quickly and our first shoot was arranged right away. We've been a great team ever since!
What do you like most about modelling?
What I like most is that I can take on different roles. Every outfit and every location tells a different story that one tries to embody.
It's fun to put yourself in the shoes of this one.
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What has been the highlight of your modeling career so far?
I only model as a hobby and getting into your magazine in this short time is the highlight so far. I am really happy and very grateful for it. |
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Tell us about one of your last shootings.
One of my last shoots is the one in the Altstadt Gasse that I really liked personally, because it looks like it came out of a fashion magazine. I love every shoot because each one is unique in its own way and I get a little more confident and confident in front of the camera with each shoot. Which photographer or who do you prefer to work with and why? So far I've only worked with Rolf, which I really enjoy. He is a very nice and funny person and with his easy going manner you can be who you are. Whether at work or at home with a hot cup of tea and a delicious piece of cake. He is open to all suggestions and also implements them, like the home shoot in the bathtub, which is also one of my favorite shoots. He makes you feel very good when you shoot and always has advice and appropriate compliments ready. I am very grateful that Rolf is in my life. He also supports me and my creative streak a lot and so far he has always found the ideas I have brought up to be good and tries to implement them with me as well as possible. I'm really looking forward to all of our shooting ideas that we still have and that we have set as our goal to implement. So be curious! |
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Define your personal style.
This is a really difficult question. Because I don't really have a style. There are many and many different things that are beautiful and I usually combine my outfits according to my mood. From basic, chic, sporty, sweet, sexy to elegant. Everything is in my closet. What is your favorite outfit in everyday life? My favorite everyday outfit is kept simple and comfortable. Since I play and romp around a lot with my daughter, nothing should disturb. Nevertheless, when I go out or on the go, I like to spend a little more time getting ready and make sure that I'm dressed appropriately and properly. Who would you say is your 'style muse'? I don't have anything like that. Of course, I like to be technically inspired by other people's outfits, but I only combine and wear my things in a way that feels good and comfortable. Your favorite designer is ...? I don't have a favorite designer. I think a lot of things are beautiful, of course there are also some designer pieces. Still, I don't really care if it's by a designer or not. It just has to appeal to me. |
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What do you hope to achieve in the next 5 years?
I always find such questions very difficult because people change and new goals are often added. In 5 years, I hope to really settle down. To continue to be a good mother to my daughter Mila. Just to be completely happy without having any doubts. I would also be happy if I could make progress in terms of modelling and making that small childhood dream come true. So much can change and happen in 5 years. That's why I think it's best to always set goals and work on them as good as possible. Because you can't make something out of nothing.
I always find such questions very difficult because people change and new goals are often added. In 5 years, I hope to really settle down. To continue to be a good mother to my daughter Mila. Just to be completely happy without having any doubts. I would also be happy if I could make progress in terms of modelling and making that small childhood dream come true. So much can change and happen in 5 years. That's why I think it's best to always set goals and work on them as good as possible. Because you can't make something out of nothing.
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If you could be where you wanted right now, where would you be?
Turkey. I love Turkey. The country, the people, the culture and the food. I have already been there seven times and will be flying again as soon as the pandemic is over and the world is all right again. |
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Publishing Date: 7th April, 2021
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