We get more acquainted with former MAXIM Cover Girl Australia winner TANAYA PECK…
NICE SHOOT! THE BEST THING ABOUT IT IS…
Spending time with photographer Brian B Hayes and my hair and make-up artist Zee Clemente. Over the last several months they have both grown to be part of my little work family.
SINCE LAST APPEARING IN MAXIM MAGAZINE I’VE BEEN…
Working hard to establish my real estate career and always trying to learn new things.
SOMETHING PEOPLE WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ABOUT ME IS…
I’m very shy and introverted.
THE FUNNIEST THING THAT HAS HAPPENED TO ME ON A MODELLING JOB IS…
Wardrobe malfunctions!
MY BEST ASSET IS…
Physically, most people tell me that it’s my beautiful blue eyes, but it’s my passion to be kind to others that really matters the most.
I FEEL SEXY WHEN…
I eat healthy, workout and do yoga.
I CAN BEAT ANYONE AT…
Twister! “I’m so competitive!
THE BEST JUNK FOOD IS…
Pizza – it’s definitely my guilty pleasure.
MY GO-TO DRINK IS…
Gin and Sprite.
MY HANGOVER CURE IS…
Lots of water before bed and eggs and toast for breakfast.
THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME LOL WAS…
Trying to help my best friend decorate a cake at 4 a.m.
A GUY IS MORE LIKELY TO GET LUCKY WITH ME IF…
He is sweet, contentious and plans ahead.
WHAT I FIND SEXY ABOUT MEN IS…
When they are confident, willing to work and go after something they want.
ONE THING A GUY SHOULD ALWAYS KNOW ABOUT WOMEN IS THAT…
We are very sensitive and love to feel wanted and included.
MY PERFECT DATE WOULD INVOLVE…
Standup paddleboarding around the lake and stop for lunch on the beach.
MY FAVORITE MOVIE IS…
Step Brothers, because my best friend and I have watched it over 100 times and we just laugh at it every line.
MY FAVOURITE SONG IS…
“Ramble On” by Led Zeppelin because who doesn’t love Zeppelin?
MY GIRL CRUSH IS…
Paris Hilton. I love hardworking women who build their empire. She stands out and really is an amazing role model.
MY BEST HIDDEN TALENT IS…
I’m unusually flexible.
MY BIGGEST PHOBIA IS…
Snakes! I hate them! I can’t even do the baby ones – I will just pass out.
MY SUPERPOWER WOULD BE…
Being able to fly. I enjoy travelling the world, so I would love to be able to go anywhere whenever I wanted.
PUBLIC NUDITY IS…
Only fun in the summer – nude beach!
AT BEDTIME I WEAR…
An oversized T-shirt and short shorts.
THE BEST PERSON TO FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM OTHER THAN ME IS…
@parishilton.
I FIND SOCIAL MEDIA TO BE…
Very much a part of my everyday life. I couldn’t imagine living without it.
ONE THING I’D CHANGE ABOUT THE WORLD IS…
Kindness. I believe everyone should be kind and thoughtful to one another.
THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE ANYONE HAS EVER GIVEN ME IS…
“Follow up and follow through” from Carmen Carr.
IN FIVE YEARS I’D LIKE TO BE…
Retired and a lady of leisure. ■
Status Update
FULL NAME: Tanaya Peck
BORN: June 3
HOMETOWN: SLC, Utah USA
CURRENTLY LIVES: Lake Tahoe, California USA
FIVE WORD SELF-DESCRIPTION: Hardworking, loyal, contentious, problem-solver, productive.
LIFE MOTTO: “‘Respect is how to treat everyone, not just those you want to impress.’ – Richard Branson.”
INSTAGRAM: @tanayapeck
Photographed by BRIAN B HAYES (IG @BRIANBHAYES_PHOTO)
Interview by SANTI PINTADO (IG: @SPINTADO)
Hair & Make-Up ZEE CLEMENTE (IG: @ZEE.CLEMENTE.MAU)
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