Sophia's Model Monday: Erik N.

SM: What age did you start modelling?
Erik: I remember being approached by different agencies since the age of 16, but I signed my first contract at 23.

SM: How were you "discovered" or how did you get into modelling?

Erik: I can remember being approached in shopping malls, and being chased down on a hiking trail in Banff, but for Sophia Models, I was on my school campus and got a card from a scout.  I am from Edmonton, so I started my modelling career with another agency, but after my second year in Calgary I still had that scout’s card and gave Bill a call to meet up and see what his agency was about.

SM: What is the best part about modelling?

Erik: I enjoy the variety of the jobs and clients, the confidence that modelling instills in me, and a bit of extra cash now and then doesn’t hurt either J

SM: What is the biggest misconception about models or the modelling industry?

Erik: Since I have been in this industry I have met some very intelligent people who are kind and also humble.

  SM: What is your favorite type of modelling?

      Erik: I have always enjoyed runway shows with the challenge of fast changes and a high paced       atmosphere.  As I get more experience with photoshoots, my enjoyment with them increases and I am able to continue to push myself outside of my comfort zone.

SM: What do you do when you are not modelling?

Erik: I am in the final months of a Respiratory Therapy program and I have been completing my practicum at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary.  That has been taking up the majority of my time, but I also love to get out to the mountains to snowboard when I can, strap on the pads and play goalie on the ice, relax with my girlfriend Lauren, and take a break from the textbooks to read for fun.

Photographer: Colin Way – Assistant: René Michaud

SM: Where are your favourite places to shop?

Erik: I always find I stop I stop into Harry Rosen and Henry Singer.  I also like checking out Zara and H&M.

SM:What is your favourite quote or motto?

Erik: No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted - Aesop

SM: Describe your favorite local hang-out?

Erik: It would be in a trendy pub-like setting with a pint and some close friends.

SM: What is the last song you played on your iPod?

Erik: I was just at the gym and Hallowed Be Thy Name came on by Iron Maiden… that gave me an extra boost!

SM: Describe yourself in one word.

Erik: Perceptive.  Or Quiet.

SM: What advice would you give to someone who is aspiring to model?

Erik: Always be early, be professional, be respectful and say thank you.