Celbridge model to compete as a finalist in Top Model Ireland competition this weekend

By Kim O'Leary Photos by Des O'Neill A promising young model living in Celbridge is hoping to scoop the ultimate prize of travelling to the U.K. to represent Ireland in the Top Model Worldwide grand final as she is set to compete in the final of Top Model Ireland this Saturday, 20 January. Monica Tyburczy, 22, is currently living in Celbridge and she is also a qualified Make-up Artist having studied at Vanity X Make-up Academy in Dublin. Speaking to KildareNow, Monica said that she is very excited for the upcoming final. She said: “I have always wanted to model, since having play fashion shows with my friends while I was still a little girl to actually doing real fashion shows now. I have been a freelance model since I was 15 or 16, and after all those years I have decided to enter Top Model Ireland as it is my dream to be working with big brands all over the world and also to be able to travel.” Monica has also undergone training and model boot camps with Top Model with the most recent boot camp earlier this week lasting two days from Saturday 13 to Sunday 14 January. She has already modelled for Claire Garvey, Cherrie Styling Studio, Irish Hairdresser federation for Foundation salon, Dublin Institute of Design fashion show 3 years in a row, Irish clothing brand B.LU Clothing owned by Sarah Cribbon, as well as modelling for MC2 Mon Amour which is a wedding planner in Paris.   [caption id="attachment_203263" align="alignnone" width="240"] Top Model Competitor: Celbridge model Monica Tyburczy strikes a pose[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_203429" align="alignnone" width="200"] Monica will compete against 29 other competitors to win the crown of Top Model and a trip to the U.K. to represent Ireland on the global modelling stage[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_203266" align="alignnone" width="169"] Selfie Time: Monica Tybcurzy takes a selfie[/caption] Monica will face strong competition with a total of 30 finalists including five male models competing on the night. However, Monica has said that there’s a good atmosphere with the other models with all of them becoming friends thanks to Top Model organiser Audrey O’Neill.   Established since 2006, Top Model is the original No.1 leading professional model search competition in Ireland with a proven track record of discovering new model talent and creating dreams.   In addition to the fabulous opportunities that competition selection could bring for applicants, the chance to win a host of top awards and fabulous prizes also awaits those fortunate enough to make it through to the national Grand Finals.   Top Model Ireland’s team of industry professionals have an unrivalled and proven track record, providing top level coaching, genuine guidance and professional support for finalists. The competition also focuses on healthy living and operates a ‘No size zero’ recruitment, actively encouraging a wide-ranging mix of competitors.   Monica has said that she is looking forward to the final. She said: “Top Model has always helped me chase my dream even more than before and helped me with my self- esteem. I’m hoping Top Model Ireland will open up doors for me, and I am aiming to win.”   The finalists of Top Model will take to the stage at The Citywest Hotel, Saggart, Co Dublin from 7.30pm to 11pm this Saturday, 20 January with tickets costing €51.83 per person and it’s set to be an exhilarating night. For more information visit www.topmodelireland.ie