Behind Lina's successful career as a model with Toronto Modeling Agency Sutherland Models lies a passion for art and design, which has developed into two exciting ventures.
Featured in Sports Illustrated Swim this month is Lina's sustainable swimwear line
Navy Ray
"With a deep “appreciation for the water and that sense of escape that you get from it,” it was important for Navy Ray to also have a big sustainability component. “My brand’s goal is to help women feel beautiful and confident, while maintaining the commitment to a positive impact on our environment,” says Shek, an avid painter. “All of our fabric is made of pre- and post-consumer waste such as fishing nets and fabric scraps. By using these fabrics, we slow down the production of new plastic.” Read more about Navy Ray featured in Sports Illustrated Swim
HEREWhen not working on her swimwear line or traveling as a model, Lina can be found in the studio creating some spectacular artwork.
"Everything I see, feel and experience contributes to the depth of my work. I reference colors, textures, symbols, and simplified forms from what I see around me, using travel and nature as my main source of inspiration. I am constantly on the move, meeting new people, learning and reinventing myself through my art. I work in few different fields: I'm a fashion model and a swimwear designer. However, the art has always been my passion, and now I have turned my inspirations into my business, to which I am truly dedicated. I work in acrylic, large and small format, on canvas. It’s my goal to create original pieces that many can enjoy. "
