NIKOLINA LITTWIN TALKS MODELING

Behind the Coastline

You are reading an independently published interview-series published and carefully curated by Swedish pop-culture journalist Daniel John. Ever since its start in 2015, the core curiosity remains the same, surfing the creative currents of music, film, fashion and everything else on the pop-radar, catching the waves of culture as creative

Culture Coast TalksDaniel John

Thinking back to your start modeling, what led you to take your 177 centimeters in front of cameras?

Modeling wasn’t something I planned in a very calculated way at first. It came quite naturally, through curiosity, and an awareness of my body and presence. Standing in front of the camera quickly felt intuitive, like a space where I could express something that words couldn’t always capture, that first shoot confirmed it for me. It felt less like trying something new and more like recognizing something that already belonged to me.

What is it about life as a professional model that you love so?

What I love most is the creative freedom and constant movement. Modeling is not only about appearance, it’s about emotion, collaboration, and storytelling. I see myself as an artistic soul and every shoot becomes a small narrative I create through my gaze, posture and the way my body moves with emotion. Modeling motivates me deeply and is something I genuinely feel connected to.

From working in Europe to the wider world, is there a favorite location for you, be it for the opportunities and the people you got to collaborate with there or for any other reason?

Europe has a special place for me, especially because of its diversity and strong creative environments. Each city has its own rhythm and visual language which constantly challenges me in a positive way. Rather than one specific place, I value locations where collaboration feels respectful, focused, and creatively open.

You're here in Sweden working now. Is this your first time or have you been before?

This is my first time in Sweden. Whenever I travel to a country that I haven’t visited before, I feel a strong sense of excitement, and curiosity. I hope this stay will be successful, inspiring, and bring meaningful professional experiences that support my growth.

As a model, what do you always bring to a shoot, that you value in the energy of the people you work with on the other side of the camera also?

I always bring good energy, commitment and openness to a shoot. When it comes to the people on the other side of the camera, I don't have fixed expectations. Every person is different and brings something unique. I see their dedication and creative involvement, because for them it is also a story told through their vision and ideas. That shared process is what makes the collaboration special.

How do you stay fit, whether physically or for getting back some of your mental energy between camera clicks?

Staying fit for me is mainly about balance and listening to my body. Mental recovery is just as important as physical well-being. Music plays a big role in this, listening to it helps me relax, reset, and has a very positive influence on my mood and focus between shoots.

You're the official face of PFC, the Pillow Fight Championship. Do you like actually compete in it?

I am the face of pillow fighting, but I do not take part in competitions. It’s an interesting and unconventional collab, that allows me to present a different side of my work and personality in front of the camera.

Are there other sides of modeling you’d like to do that we perhaps haven’t seen you do much of yet?

I do enjoy new experiences and challenges, and one of my small goals is to walk the runway. I feel that I could find myself in this form of expression, and it genuinely interests me. It is a personal challenge where I would like to test myself and continue growing professionally.