Rayane

Agencies

Mother Agency (MA): LeDrew Models

London: The Hive Management

Hamburg: Mirrrs Models

Answers to Q&A

Why did you want to become a model?

I didn’t want to become a model. I fell into modeling while pursuing acting after graduating from my journalism degree. The real question is why I continued. Modeling has given me opportunities to build a life I’ve always wanted. I travel, I don’t have a fixed schedule and I have freedom to continue pursuing acting and dabble in other interests. I also love seeing how things are created within the marketing/fashion world. Paying attention to how a campaign or shoot comes together, from job roles to location to product, I consider myself quite privileged to experience such a thing. 

What makes you special?

I’ve wanted to act since I was 5 years old. But I grew up in a city where it wasn’t as common to pursue. When it was time to go to university, I chose the closest thing to it; journalism. I learned a multitude of ways to tell a story. To understand storytelling is to understand people. A skill I use in every job I come across, including modeling. Helps with forming relationships and understanding what the client needs. 

What are you passionate about?

So much. Acting, a muscle I’m always excited to exercise whether it comes through modeling or otherwise. Athletics is second nature for me; I grew up playing a multitude of sports, including soccer and ice hockey. Now I take weightlifting and yoga quite seriously - it’s my main form of expression. 

One thing people may be surprised to find out about you.

I was an ice hockey player for 13 years - my plan was to become a professional athlete. 

Describe your dream photoshoot.

I have two answers to this question. One, GLAM. I love luxury shoots of any kind, accessories, clothing, hotels, throw anything at me. Add some dramatic garments and I’ll bring that extra fabric to life. Two, anything that makes me move. Swimming, running, jumping, skating etc. If I’m breaking a sweat I’m the happiest person on set.