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Lee Tattar | VIP Member | Verified Credits (29)

Where are you from? Where are you based now and do you travel for shoots?

I’m from Ukraine and live in Kiev. I mostly travel to Europe for photoshoots.

Who or what inspired you to become a model?

I am inspired by my own fantasies, movies, and books.

How and when did you start modeling?

Since 2006 when I attended two modeling schools in my native town. At that time I had my first shoots and I’m a very experienced model now.

What type of modeling do you enjoy the most?

I really enjoy fashion and conceptual genres, but as I’m not tall enough for the runway, I mostly shoot nudes.

What do you look for when deciding to work with a photographer?

First of all, I look at his portfolio. Eloquently about the author say his works only.

Which models or other artists currently inspire you?

Marc Lagrange, David LaChapelle, Liliann Bassmann, Annie Leibovitz, Helmut Newton, Gregory Crewdson, Irving Penn, Elliott Erwitt… I can make this list infinite because I’m sure that visualization plays a huge role in the formation of taste.

What would be your dream shoot?

To shoot with one of the photographers listed above would be great!

How important is social media in your success?

It’s very important for your own promotion. I use all the platforms possible – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Patreon and VK. And for two years I worked as an official SuicideGirls model, which also gave me some publicity.

What else do you like to do outside of modeling?

I’m doing a lot of different things: I’m co-owner of a modeling agency, “L&M Models,” working in leather manufacturing, “re:strict,” teaching a posing class for new models, doing photoshoots as a photographer too, and also sporting activities. Just recently I made a parachute jump from a height of 4200 meters!

What’s the best career advice you can give to new models?

Aim towards your goal no matter what, we are building our own destiny and we’re responsible for our future!

Check out Lee Tattar’s Model Mayhem portfolio to see more of her work. You can also follow Lee on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Patreon.