Alex Kolodziejinterview
An interview with the stunning Los Angeles based model, Alex Kolodziej and this fantastic series captured by talented photographers based in Paris, Remi Kozdra & Kasia Baczulis, enjoy!
Know more about Alex at instagram.com/alex_karolina_ko
How would you describe yourself in a few words?
Sarcastic. I like the unusual and the little details in life.
How long have you been a model?
It’s been 8 years.
How did you get into modelling?
I was discovered at a car racing competition. I used to work as a help to make some extra money. A friend I had made there knew some people in the modelling industry and asked if I was interested. He thought I had a chance and I guess he was right.
How was your first shooting? Tell us a bit about that first experience.
It was so incredibly awkward it makes me laugh. I had no idea what to do, I was just standing like a piece of wood waiting to be given directions. I was lucky to shoot with Hubert whose ridiculous sense of humor put me at ease. I knew immediately that we would become and remain friends.
What does modelling mean to you?
I know that modelling seems to be a very shallow world, but it’s actually not… at least to me and the people I keep close. I guess it depends on your attitude towards it and how you choose to approach the opportunities that come with it.
I have learned a lot through work. I can speak pretty good english now, I’ve overcome my shyness, seen a lot of beautiful places, gained friends all over the world and generally it’s an experience that helps in a lot of real life situations. I come from a small city in Poland and the life that people live there is quite the opposite to what I am used to now. I am very thankful for the chance that was given to me and can not imagine what it would be like if I did not take the risk.
A model you particularly admire?
I am not familiar with many names in the fashion industry, to be honest. I have a very basic knowledge of the field and I am not very interested in the private life or career of the other girls but my friends.
If you could choose, where would you like to shoot?
Somewhere sunny with beautiful beaches and a clear sea. I would like an excuse to travel to a far off place with very few people. I like being around people living simply and away from the busy and crazy routine of a big city. I would love to spend a few days in a place like that.
What is your dressing style in everyday life?
I like the elegant but comfortable. Anything that does not come with the common name on a tag. I appreciate the one of a kind pieces from a local designer or vintage store. I don’t mind a touch of personal alterations.
If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
All I know is that I love Europe and I miss it a lot. Where I end up, I don’t know but I would love to finally find the place where I would be ready to settle down for good.
What is happiness?
Happiness is when we are surrounded by people that we care about and by doing simple little things we make each other feel special. It also comes with success after putting a great effort into something important to us.
Where can we find you on a Friday night?
Friday night is a tradition. It started of as a girl’s night, a lovely dinner at our favourite Italian restaurant following with a little bit of dancing to 60’s music. It’s not a crazy night, finishes just after midnight. Now we go out as a bigger group of friends. Not only girls though, and not always the same spot.
What’s your next goal?
Run a successful little business that would allow me to live a comfortable life but also to create something I could be proud of. Would like to have a family at some point.
Photography: by Remi Kozdra & Kasia Baczulis instagram.com/remi_n_kasia– www.kozdra-baczulis.com