FMM: Did you get nervous for
your first shoot and do you still
get nervous before every shoot?
MP: Yes. I was nervous
during my first photo shoot
and I still get nervous!
I worry about what the
photographer expects the
final results to look like. My
nerves kick in before and
during the shoot sometimes!
FMM: What advice would you
give to young models wanting
to get into the modeling/acting
scene?
MP: It is very important to
set a goal, to achieve what’s
desired. At the same time, be
aware of all the difficulties
along the way. Another useful
professional tip - don’t bring
your personal problems
to work. Your private life
should not interfere with the
photo shoot, but it is not
always easy.
FMM: What are some of the must
see places in St. Petersburg?
MP: Saint Petersburg is one
of the most beautiful cities
in the world! I recommend
planning enough vacation
time to see our entire city center. It is a
city of different moods. There are so many
different aspects to the city like our European
architecture, historical sights, Russian
cathedrals and statues, to name a few. You will
not regret visiting!
FMM: If you could live anywhere in the world,
where would you live?
MP: I love my city and its mentality. It is special.
I respect our traditions and history. But, like
everyone in the world, I like to travel. I have
been to most European countries but I always
look forward to going home, as it is my favorite
place in the world. I also dream of visiting Asia
and the United States.
FMM: What else can we expect from you in the
future?
MP: I am launching my own fashion and
lifestyle brand, Your Choice Your Fashion- by
Maria Popova (YCYF) set to debut in spring/
summer 2015 in St. Petersburg and later in
Moscow and other cities. You will also see
new publications and advertising campaigns,
which will reflect and showcase my continued
personal advancements.
FMM: If you could change one thing about the world,
regardless of guilt or politics, what would you do?
MP: I would change the attitude towards charity
and make sure that people do it out of sincerity
and not fame or fortune.
FMM: Secret yearnings/wants/must have’s?
MP: My secret weakness is beautiful things.
I can’t skip past beautiful clothes, dresses,
or watches.
FMM: Favorite food?
MP: I live in the northern city and even though
I play sports, live a healthy lifestyle, and eat
healthy food, I love Russian national cuisine
with its rich assortment and traditions. I
like Borscht (beetroot and cabbage soup),
pancakes, Okroshka (cold kvass soup with
vegetables and cooked meat), and other meats
and fish.
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