Luka was photographed exclusively for MODELS.com by Ferry van der Nat (assisted by Wout Vloeberghs), with styling by Vincent Van Laeken (assisted by Anano Gogeshvili and Zinno Dekker) & hair by Joffrey Conings using Keune Hair Cosmetics. Thanks to Clement.

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Name:
Luka Hoogedeure (@lukahoogedeure)

Pronouns:
he/him

Agency:
New Madison (Paris)

Age:
23

Height:
6’3

Place of Origin:
Domburg, the Netherlands

Ethnic Origin:
Dutch

Birthsign:
Libra


Did you always want to be a model? Tell us about how you were discovered.
I never really thought about it. I was on my way to the cinema with my girlfriend when my now mother agent approached us. I thought it was for my girlfriend at first, but then he asked me. I went to the agency a couple of weeks later and got signed.

Most memorable modeling experience so far?
My exclusive runway debut for Prada. Everything that has now become a bit more normal, for as far as it can be, was new and big. My interest in fashion also started with Raf Simons, so walking a show for his and Miuccia Prada’s collection was surreal for me.

One song you have on repeat, and why?
Wunderhorse – Leader of the Pack. The band is amazing and their records sound raw and pure, which I like. Every song is brilliant, but this song got me into the band.

What other passions do you have aside from modeling?
My main passion is design and architecture, which I practice part-time at an architecture office. Besides that, I enjoy playing drums and guitar, and I also produce music.

What is something you’ve always wanted to do/try?
I’d love to get into acting, it’s something I’ve always wanted to do.

What’s one thing people may be surprised to find out about you?
I was playing drums in a band when I was 13.

What change would you like to see in the world?
I wish people were kinder to pigeons, they’re lovely creatures.