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Dignity at the heart of modeling

At Shining Light Modeling, dignity is not just a value — it is our foundation.

We are committed to transforming the fashion and talent industry by putting dignity, purpose and inner beauty first.

We believe we are called to be a light in the world, leaving a lasting mark through fashion, model training, talent development and beauty.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced model, we offer a platform that nurtures confidence, character and vocation.

Our mission goes far beyond the runway. Shining Light Modeling actively supports humanitarian causes, including fundraising for developing countries and raising awareness about healing childhood trauma.

“Dignity begins when you understand your values.”
— Claire Simada Aeschimann
What we offer
  • Professional modeling classes (walk, posture, photo)
  • Castings and runway preparation
  • “One Day as a Model” experiences
  • Shining Light Fashion Shows (Dakar, Saint-Louis, Kinshasa, Ottawa)
  • Career guidance and connections with designers
Our story

Events & milestones

2025
One Day as a Model, Dakar (September) · Shining Light Fashion Show casting, Dakar (September) · Shining Light Fashion Show Saint-Louis, Jazz Festival (May) · Shining Light Fashion Show, Dakar (November)
2023
Professional modeling classes, Kinshasa (February) · One Day as a Model, Dakar (December)
2022
Shining Light Fashion Show, Kinshasa (August) · One Day as a Model, Ottawa (December)
2021
One Day as a Model, Ottawa (August)
2019
“She is All That and More” Fashion Show, powered by Shining Light Modeling (May)
In pictures

Runways, castings, backstage

Certificate ceremony after the Dakar castingCertificates, Dakar
Shining Light Fashion Show casting in DakarDakar Casting
Models in designer outfits in the streetSaint-Louis
Fashion Show Dakar — models in traditional outfitsFashion Show Dakar
Runway walk rehearsal in studioTraining
Fashion Show KinshasaFashion Show Kinshasa
Special Advisor to the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for youth, gender and the fight against violence towards women, at the Shining Light Fashion ShowSpecial Advisor to the President of the DRC
Participants of the One Day as a Model workshopOne Day as a Model
Makeup session during the One Day as a Model workshopBackstage makeup
Getting ready in front of the mirrorGetting ready
Castings · Training · Runway

I want to become a model.

Beginner or experienced, tell us about yourself: our team will guide you to the next casting, class or show.

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