Interview by: [Holly Hoover](https://instagram.com/HOLLYHOOVER_)

Every once in a while a rare individual crosses your path which shines as bright from within, as the glitter of their skin. Two years ago, we were blessed to cross paths and work with a bright young woman named, Sabey. A model, (and soon to be legend), making her mark in the fashion and beauty industry. The moment I met her—I knew there was something special. It was like I was watching a young Naomi in the making.

Shortly after our meeting, Sabey signed with [Wilhemina in the US](https://www.instagram.com/wilhelminamodels/), [Women360](https://www.instagram.com/women360paris/) in Paris and [Milk Model Management in London](https://www.instagram.com/milkmodelmanagement/). In just a few months she was appearing in campaigns for Kim Kardashian’s Skims and KKW Beauty, Rihana’s Fenty’s for their epic Valentine’s Day Campaign, and Baby Phat x Forever 21. She then set up shop in London where she was working with major international talent, editorials and being shot by the best photographers in the world. Then COVID-19 crept in, and Sabey headed back home to Portland, Oregon, where it all began.

Lucky for us, I had the the opportunity to chat with Sabey, as she waits out COVID-19, and catch up on her beautiful career thus far, and future plans.

**EYES & EDGE:** First of all, introduce yourself. Where are you from?

**SABEY:** Hello, my name is Sabey I am originally from Uganda. I moved to Salt Lake City and now I currently live in Oregon.

**EYES & EDGE:** How did you begin modeling? Tell us your story! How did it your career?

**SABEY:** I have always loved being in front of the camera . In 2014 I competed for Miss Africa Utah and got signed to a small agency in Salt Lake City.  I didn’t get lot of work , so started reaching out to photographers to shoot with, joined couple groups of models and photographers.  I still wasn’t getting anywhere , so I kind of quiet and just focused on work and school.

In 2018, I decided to move to Oregon for better opportunity  when I got to Oregon the first few months were hard. I didn’t know anyone here I started working 9-5. I didn’t have any friends so one day I decided to got on IG and followed a few photographers I shot with @Zair.jpg for the first time.  I forgot how much I loved being in front of the camera and creating. From the day I started working with other photographers, went to couple events which is where I meet the amazing Holly & Whitney of EYES & EDGE. I love how supportive Portland community is! You gals gave me hope again when I had stopped believing in myself!

**EYES & EDGE:** What agency are you signed with? Do you enjoy working with your agent?

**SABEY:** I am signed with Williahima LA, NYC , Milk management and Women 360 Paris. Yes! I absolutely love working with my agents!

**EYES & EDGE:** What has been your favorite campaign to work on?

**SABEY:** Oh man, I have a lot , but my favorite one would have to be with this brand called [Selkie](https://selkiecollection.com/), because the was my first campaign to work on before I got signed. When I first got signed to Wilhelmina I booked [Saveage X Fenty](https://www.savagex.com/dmg/5EF930?aid=%7BAdId%7D&ccode=DSKWID_p50437444962&ds_rl=1268959&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrqaO_7KE6gIVRCCtBh3FCAscEAAYASAAEgLYtPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&keyword=savage%20x%20fenty&pcode=DSCID_71700000036261320&plabel=US_SXF_Branded_Savage%20x%20Fenty&scode=DSAGID_58700005519357242&slabel=fenty-savage-x&subchannel=GOOGLE&utm_campaign=US_SXF_Branded_Savage%20x%20Fenty&utm_content=none&utm_medium=search_branded&utm_source=google) — Literally dream come true!!

**EYES & EDGE:** Before COVID what were you working on & where were you living?

**SABEY:** Before COVID, I was working and living in London currently shooting on magazine editorial campaigns for [Chanel Jewellery for Hunger Magazine issue 18.](https://www.instagram.com/p/B_MfXCEJljL/)

**EYES & EDGE:** Who is your dream brand to work with?

**SABEY:** My Dream Brand to work with would have to be brands that are Diverse & Inclusive.

**EYES & EDGE:** Tell us some story from on set. Anything wild happen that the camera didn’t catch?

**SABEY:** I have only been working professionally for 8 months so I don’t have any crazy stories that happened on set.

**EYES & EDGE:** Give us some advice. What would you tell yourself as a young girl?

**SABEY:** My advice is don’t give up even when it seems like what your doing is not enough , because trust me it is. I would tell my younger self to love her skin and her body and to never stop believing in herself.

> “EYES & EDGE: Give us some advice. What would you tell yourself as a young girl?
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> SABEY: My advice is don’t give up even when it seems like what your doing is not enough , because trust me it is. I would tell my younger self to love her skin and her body and to never stop believing in herself”

[Keep up with Sabey](https://www.instagram.com/sabey__/) as she continues to grow & land major campaigns. It’s truly inspiring to watch this gorgeous girl work!

Holly Hoover