From Model to Studio Manager: Victoria’s Journey in the Studio
When you step into our studio, you’ll likely meet Victoria — someone who began as a curious model and has grown into one of the hearts of our creative space. In this interview, she shares her story, from her first hesitant steps into the studio to becoming a studio manager, and the impact this journey has had on her life.
A Sketchy Instagram DM That Changed Everything
“My first experience was through Instagram. You contacted me and asked if I wanted to model. Honestly, it looked a bit sketchy — some strange account with weird photos of naked women. I wasn’t sure what I was getting into.”
Victoria laughs as she remembers how it all began. To feel safer, she invited her best friend along:
“I told her, ‘Do you want to come with me? If we’re two, we’ll be fine.’ It sounded sketchy but also okay, so we decided to go.”
When they arrived, the atmosphere was different than expected. The process was explained, the space felt welcoming, and the art itself caught their attention. The very first piece they made was a mold of Victoria’s face.
“You said you liked my smile, so we decided to do that. That was my younger face — two and a half years ago. It’s still here.”
Seeing Herself as Art
At the time, Victoria was going through her own journey of self-acceptance.
“I’ve always had insecurities, but the studio experience helped me see myself differently. Some parts of my body I didn’t like before — now I see them through art. It changed my relationship with beauty and even with nudity. Nudity isn’t wrong; it’s just our body, our natural form.”
From Assistant to Studio Manager
Her role quickly evolved from modeling to assisting with the artistic process, and eventually to managing the studio.
“At first, I loved making the molds. It’s fun, messy, and creative. But what I love the most is seeing the models’ journey. They come in shy or unsure, then make their first piece and return for something bolder. The moment they see themselves as art — that’s powerful. It changes the way they see themselves.”
A Collection of Herself
Victoria has left her mark in more ways than one.
“I don’t even know how many pieces of me exist now — my face, my back, my feet, my chest, even my ass (twice). Some worked, some failed, like when we tried my arms. I even almost passed out once because a mold was too tight. But every piece has a story.”
The Personal Impact
More than the art itself, the studio became a place of freedom.
“Here, there’s no censorship. No right or wrong. Just freedom to express, to experiment, to be. My opinion matters here, and that’s rare. It’s a space where you can grow and see yourself differently.”
Looking Ahead
Victoria hopes the studio continues to grow and reach more people.
“I wish more people knew about this art — not just the models, but the viewers, the collectors, the public. Our work has the power to impact lives. I’d love to see our pieces in big galleries, or in the hands of collectors who truly value them. And I’d love for people to follow our shows, to see where we go next.”
Final Words
When asked what advice she would give to someone curious but hesitant, Victoria smiles:
“Get out of your comfort zone. Dive into it. Things may seem weird at first, but that’s just judgment. Once you experience it, you’ll see there’s nothing weird at all — just art, freedom, and expression.”
Victoria’s journey shows that the studio is more than a space for creating art — it’s a place where people discover new ways of seeing themselves. From the initial doubts to becoming part of the team, her story reminds us that stepping into the unknown can open doors to transformation, freedom, and self-acceptance.
Art, at its core, is not just about what is created, but about how it changes us. And in this studio, every piece tells both a personal and a universal story.
