My childhood gave me resilience - and there's little that can surprise me in life.

I learnt early to have little expectation so I protected myself from ever feeling greatly disappointed.

My appearance gave me access to a particular kind of world and I'm really grateful for it.

Sometimes I just need to switch off.

Moscow is a huge inspiration for me. I love what I find here, I love being here.

I missed quite a lot of school because I was working from the age of 11.

When I remember my life in Russia it is in totally dark colours.