Sophie K Sofika | VIP Member | Verified Credits (9)
Model: Sophie K Sofika
Where are you from? Where are you based now and do you travel for shoots?
I am from Kyiv, Ukraine, but I travel quite a lot around Western Europe for shoots.
Who or what inspired you to become a model?
Playboy magazine, pin-up art, Betty Page, Dita von Teese. I think American pop culture influenced me a lot when I was growing up.
Model: Sophie K Sofika
How and when did you start modeling?
My first photoshoots were at the age of 17 with some local photographers and amateur friends.
What type of modeling do you enjoy the most?
I love posing nude.
Model: Sophie K Sofika
What do you look for when deciding to work with a photographer?
I am really glad if we have a common vision of art and nude photography. And for safety reasons, reputation and references are important too.
Which models or other artists currently inspire you?
Pamela Anderson and Dita von Teese are icons for me. Among the new generation of models and celebrities, I am inspired by Emily Ratajkowski.
Model: Sophie K Sofika
What would be your dream shoot?
Doing commercial for a cosmetic company or jewelry brand in my 50s as a senior model would be great!
How important is social media in your success?
Since my Instagram account was deleted last year it doesn’t play a huge role anymore but I still use Facebook to keep in contact with most of my regular clients.
Model: Sophie K Sofika
What else do you like to do outside of modeling?
Reading, doing sports, and trying new food.
What’s the best career advice you can give to new models?
Build your business wisely, don’t reduce your regular rates, and always spread information about people who behaved inappropriate or unprofessional.
Model: Sophie K Sofika
Check out Sophie K Sofika’s Model Mayhem portfolio to see more of her work. You can also follow Sophie on Instagram and via her website.