Focus on Nikki de Moura

The first Models Boot Camp was always meant to be a landmark project, but its momentum shifted the moment Nikki de Moura walked into the studio. As our special guest, she brought with her a presence that elevated the experience for everyone in the room

For the Skin Rev and LA Dental Studio campaign, Nikki was effortless to shoot. Styled by Zoe Botwin, whose eye for balance and detail shaped every look, and with makeup by Regine Nailga Gerloff, who refined her features with luminous precision, the collaboration came together seamlessly. Nikki carried each frame with a kind of grace that cannot be manufactured—it radiated naturally, anchored in her presence.

For the Skin Rev and LA Dental Studio campaign, Nikki was effortless to shoot. Styled by Zoe Botwin, whose eye for balance and detail shaped every look, and with makeup by Regine Nailga Gerloff, who refined her features with luminous precision, the collaboration came together seamlessly. Nikki carried each frame with a kind of grace that cannot be manufactured—it radiated naturally, anchored in her presence.

Born in Brazil and raised in the Philippines, Nikki has quickly become one of the most compelling figures in today’s modeling and pageant landscape. Crowned Miss Teen Philippines 2019 and later Miss Grand Philippines 2023, she has stood on both national and international stages. Her career also extends beyond pageantry, having placed as runner-up in Supermodel Me, a competition that tested not just beauty but versatility and resilience.

What makes photographing Nikki memorable is not only her beauty but her professionalism. She understands collaboration, listening intently, adjusting with instinct, and giving every frame a touch of intention.

To have Nikki at our first Models Boot Camp was affirming. It showed the next generation of talent what it means to step into this industry with grace, discipline, and ambition. And for us at The Factory Studio, it was a reminder of why we do this work: to create images that don’t just capture beauty, but capture presence.