Figures Alberton dominates Global Student Model of the Year
Seven models from Figures Alberton scooped impressive haul of awards at the Global Student Model of the Year in Roodepoort.
The Global Student Model of the Year competition, held at the Roodepoort Youth Theatre, saw Figures Alberton take centre stage with an impressive array of winners.
The competition, which drew over 500 contestants from various age categories, featured participants from Figures branches across Gauteng, Kwa-Zulu Natal, the Western Cape, and Namibia.
Figures Alberton, operating since 1986 as the head office branch of the Figures Franchise, boasts an impressive track record of nurturing talent.
The franchise focuses on etiquette, self-esteem, poise, appearance, and self-confidence, all contributing to stage personality and performance.
The recent competition saw Figures Alberton take home an impressive haul of awards, including:
• Carla de Beer: Girls 13-15 first runner-up commercial division
• Madison Waldeck: Girls 16 and older first runner-up fashion division
• Octavia Kleynhans: Couture Model winner, taking home R10 000 in cash
• Chanelle Smit: Girls 10-12 first runner-up skills division
• Amber Olivier: Girls 10-12 winner skills division
• Skyler Beukes: Girls 10-12 second runner-up skills division
• Micah Kearns: Girls 10-12 winner commercial division
Notably, Figures Alberton made history by sweeping all three places in the Girls 10-12 skills division, a first in the Model of the Year history.
Melanie Van den Heever, a representative from Figures Alberton, expressed pride in the achievements of their students.
“For Figures Alberton, this just affirms that Alberton has a lot of raw talent, and with some persistence, hard work, and consistency, one can be a role model in all aspects of life.
“At Figures, we pride ourselves on discovering, developing and nurturing raw talent. Whether for the catwalk of the modelling world, or the international entertainment arena, Figures will prepare and promote your talents for inevitable stardom.”
Figures Alberton also acknowledged the support of their local sponsors, without whom their students’ participation in the competition would not have been possible.
Sponsors
The sponsors include: Joxisat Sheet Metal, PPPR Logistics, Reimax All Stars Alberton, Bumper to Bumper, Sandelani Restaurant, BSG Safety Glass, Beautiful Creation Co, A&J Everything Under One Roof, L&M Auto Repairs, ADS for Africa, Cell Chem, Sonkisizwe Business Advisory, We Café, Cosmo, net, Cape Labs, Stravaler, Energyavenue 7, Auto elegance, Ice cream co., Pick n Pay Brackenhurst, Pick n Pay Mulbarton & Lemon Tree, JZ Creative, Hollow Bar Distributors, Emergency Gate Motors, Commercial Repairs and Components.
