FRÉDÉRIQUE
Agencies
Mother Agency (MA): Next (Montreal)
NYC: Next worldwide
Answers to Q&A
What INSPIRED you to become a model?
Strangely, my inspiration for becoming a model mostly came after I was signed. I got scouted when I was 18 and to me it just seemed obvious to take that leap of faith and see where this opportunity could take me. However, I soon started to see modelling as a way to develop and learn new skills. For example, I was never good at dancing or moving my body around, I always looked rigid and tense, but this is the one thing you can’t be looking like in your picture. So, through practice, and test shoots, and then real jobs, I learned to be super at ease moving around and having it look natural as well. With modelling it seems like the learning never ends, every day that I step foot on a job or a test I know I will end my day having learned something new to implement for next time. Having a job that allows me to grow and continuously learn and improve has been, from the start, my inspiration :)
What are you most excited about when it comes to modeling?
A lot of things! The first aspect that comes to mind is the energy on set. This is something that I’ve particularly noticed while shooting editorials. There’s this collective energy of everyone coming together to create something beautiful. From the photographer to the stylist, makeup artist, and model, everyone contributes a piece of themselves to the final image, and that creative collaboration is something I find truly special.
I also find a lot of joy in how versatile this job is. No two days are ever the same, whether I’m on set, traveling, or even just preparing for the next project. That constant change keeps me inspired and reminds me how dynamic this career can be.
Lastly, the clothes always make me excited! I’ve always loved thrifting and finding unique pieces, so getting to wear and shoot in such diverse outfits is like an extension of that passion. Fashion, for me, is another form of self-expression and modeling allows me to explore it in so many different ways.
Can you share with us some advice you have for models wanting to get into the industry?
I would say, first and foremost, have a good head on your shoulders. And if you don’t yet, take the time to build that inner strength before stepping into this industry. Modeling can open incredible doors, but it also exposes you to situations that can test your confidence, your limits, and your sense of self.
You need to know who you are beyond the photos and the castings. Develop resilience, self-awareness, and the ability to say no when something doesn’t align with your values. Boundaries are not barriers, they’re protection. And if you ever lose a job because your boundaries were crossed, see it as a blessing in disguise. It simply means that opportunity wasn’t meant for the version of you who knows her worth.
As far as getting into the industry, my biggest advice is to just take that first step and reach out to agencies in your city. You truly have nothing to lose by doing so sometimes it’s as simple as sending a few photos and seeing where it leads. It’s the quickest and most direct way to get started, and you never know who might see something special in you.
At the end of the day, true longevity in modeling comes from authenticity and self- respect. When you stand firm in who you are, you attract the right people, the right clients, and the right energy. That’s where the real magic happens.
share a fun fact about yourself!
A fun fact about me is that I’m a total math head! I’ve always loved anything that involves logic, numbers, or problem-solving. There’s something so satisfying about finding structure and patterns.
I actually love to unwind by doing math problems or crosswords before bed. It keeps my brain active and grounded at the same time. My mind always needs to be working on something, whether it’s numbers, puzzles, or just figuring out how things connect. I think that logical side of me really helps balance out the artistic side of modeling.