An Interview with Alternative Model Lady Noctis

What interests you about alternative fashion in particular?

My particular interests within alternative fashion can be found within Steampunk and Victorian-esque clothing. I swear I should have been born within the Victorian or Edwardian era; I am just in love with corsetry, elaborate laced skirts, petticoats and stockings! I am more comfortable within myself when I am corseted up, it makes me feel confident and beautiful. There is a wonderful elegance to that era of clothing and I love the alternative twists to them.

What's the best piece of modelling advice you've ever been given?
Stay true to yourself, and never do anything you are not comfortable with. Do not be afraid to have fun, if you are not enjoying your shoot this will reflect in your eyes; so make sure you always enjoy what you do.

You told us that you love expressing yourself with your art, whether on the page or in front of the camera. What do you feel is your personal story that you are expressing?
For me it’s self development: this time two years ago I lacked a lot of belief and confidence within myself; especially within all forms of creativity. I can see how I have progressed as a person and can see a new light to my work as a model and an artist. I can see a belief in what I create and see other people support me in these choices. In addition to this a lot of passion and heart now goes within it, and I am now certain this is reflected.

The media is often under criticism for portraying air-brushed images of perfection that real girls can never truly achieve. What are your thoughts on this?
I think the media should start portraying the true aesthetics of the female form, and stop giving girls this false interpretation. Young girls will end up idolizing these false aesthetics, and strive to achieve something that’s impossible. I think it’s time the media starts to be honest with the female form; it’s beautiful in its true and natural way. I can understand an image being edited due to a conceptual art piece, but I have never understood the concept of taking away all the little details that makes a person real. We want to see real people, not this false aesthetic that seems to be presented in today’s media.

What place do you believe modelling has in the world of art?
I believe it has a lot to offer and I can say this as a model and an artist. I have worked with two artists (Angel Illustrations and Fran Williams) as a reference model, the images they take from the shoots I have done with them progress into breathtaking art pieces. It’s amazing to see the evolution of a photograph to a painting. As well as this, I have taken photographs myself to use as reference material of the human form for poses, or even the folds of clothing on my friends; sadly as an artist I haven’t had the pleasure of working with fellow models, but I hope to one day.
Modelling most certainly has a place within the art world, the reason being for this is because artists can use their imagery as stock/reference of course with the photographers permission. In addition to this, the photographer and model create art within themselves; as I like to view a photograph as a photographic illustration.

What are your hopes for your future career?
I hope to continue with my modelling and progress within the industry, working with designers and fellow artists. As well as all of this I hope to launch my own illustrations, and even my own graphic novel; so keep a look out. I hope to continue with my creativity and inspire others.