Modelling, it's not easy!

I just have to give a round of applause to the models that participate in photo shoots for Oxygen. It's not easy, and I can tell you that from experience. Just the other day I had the painful task of getting a new batch of editor's photos done. This is something I always procrastinate, because although I'm always happy with the final product, getting there can be painful.

Don't get me wrong, I love having my picture taken. But there's a huge difference between fun shots taken with family and friends, compared to in a photographer studio, standing on a stage, with hot lights and just feeling completely exposed. But luckily with the hair and makeup magic of Valeria Nova, and the talent of photographer Paul Buceta, I always walk away with shots I'm proud of. Val knows how to do my hair and makeup just so to make me look natural, with an added bit of glam. Paul knows how to make me relax and coax that natural smile out of me.

At the risk of repeating myself, modelling is not easy. And it's not just about a friendly smile and stellar physique. There's much more that goes into it. Thanks to the fitness gals that appear in our magazine and do it with grace and ease. It's definitely an art form.

Paul Buceta captures a shot of me goofing around on set.