From Artist to Muse: The Inspiring Journey of Natela

Can you tell us a bit about yourself? When and how did you get into modeling?

My start in modeling was unusual. I was working as a make-up artist and hairstylist. And the majority of my clients wanted me to prepare them for photo shootings. So usually I was working in photo studios and photographers saw me there. All the photographers always come to me asking me to be their model. I accepted the invitation because it was fun for me and I liked to model. So by having my first commercial project I already had a very big portfolio and was very experienced, which helped me in my career.

Who have been your biggest mentors in this industry and what is the best advice they have ever given you?

I didn’t have any kind of mentors. I didn’t go to modeling school etc. I believe in the power of mind and the law of attraction. I believe that a person can achieve any goal he or she believes in and is focused on it. I worked with my mentality by myself. So, I can say that I’m completely self-made.

What are the bits you don’t like or find challenging?

The challenging part of modeling is high competition. But I can’t say that I Don’t like it. Competition helps me to develop and I become better in a way. So I am even grateful for that, cause my life without developing is senseless.

What does beauty mean to you?

Beauty in general is a source of admiration. I have a refined aesthetic sense. And when I’m around beauty, in all the meanings of this word, I feel calm and happy. What about my beauty - I appreciate it a lot and consider it as a huge inheritance gift from my parents.

Having great skin for models is important, What are your top three tips for keeping skin flawless?

Of course in the modelling field the healthier skin the better. Personally first of all I have good genetics but also a big role in nutrition: a lot of vegetables and fruits, proteins and fermented food, very little carbs, and of course no sugar.

What was your career path in this job? Have you also worked outside the arts?

You know already what brought me to the modeling. But of course, I was working not only in the artistic world. I graduated from the university and have a degree as an interpreter. So I was working as a translator in one of the construction companies. I did that for 2 years, but already that time modeling was in my life. The work in the office made me understand that I’m a completely artistic person and I had quit the office.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

After 5 years I see myself as a loving and loved wife, caring mom, artistic influencer, and successful investor. Such a mix of happiness goals of woman and carrier-oriented person.

Have you noticed any changes in the industry? If so, what?

Sure there are changes in the modeling field nowadays and I think these changes are for the better. Today there are no extremely strict parameters of beauty, anyone who is charismatic, who has an attentive appearance, and drawn to modeling can try themselves in this business. In today’s huge variety of companies, services, and products there is a huge demand for models of all types.