Alexander Enkelund is in no hurry to figure everything out. Fresh from graduation and currently embracing a gap year, the model, skier and self-described adventurer is choosing curiosity over convention, travelling, working, teaching, and following whatever comes next. At home on a mountain or in a completely unfamiliar place, Alexander finds freedom in movement, challenge, and the feeling of not knowing exactly where the road will lead. For Yummy Twelve, photographed and captured on cover by Sasha Olsen, he brings that same natural energy in front of the camera: relaxed, curious, and increasingly comfortable with being seen. We talk about chasing adventure, finding confidence through the body, travelling alone, learning to let go, and discovering just how liberating it can be to follow your own pace.
The images are cropped/made safe for online purposes, full images available inside Yummy Issue Twelve
Photo story by sasha olsen, INterview by Adrian Gomis Exposito
An Interview with Alexander Enkelund
AGE. Before we talk about modelling, who is Alexander when no one expects anything from him? What kind of person do your friends and family know best?
AE. I’m simply Alexander. I’m optimistic, energetic, and endlessly curious. My friends and family know me as someone who loves exploring, laughing, and always accepting new experiences. I’m grounded, easygoing, and happiest around people I can be fully myself with.
AGE. You describe yourself as someone who's always searching for the next adventure. Where do you think that restlessness comes from?
AE. It comes from a deep desire to experience as much of life as possible. The world feels too big to stay still. New places, new people, new challenges; that’s what keeps me moving.
AGE. You graduated last summer but chose a gap year instead of following a more conventional path. What made you want to give yourself time to explore before deciding what comes next?
AE. I didn’t want to rush into something that didn’t feel right. I wanted time to explore, work, travel, and figure out who I am. I follow curiosity instead of a fixed plan.
AGE. You're currently working different jobs to finance your travels. Has earning every trip yourself changed the way you experience the world? How many countries and cities have you visited so far, and which ones are next?
AE. Absolutely. When you work for your adventures, you feel them more deeply. I’ve visited several countries, and even more cities, and the list keeps growing. Next up will definitely be somewhere with mountains or somewhere with a new culture that teaches me something new.
AGE. Skiing has become much more than a hobby for you; it's your profession and your passion. What does standing on top of a mountain give you that nowhere else can?
AE. It gives me the closest feeling I know to flying. When everything aligns - the skis, the snow, the mountain, and my body - I drop into a flow state where every movement becomes one continuous line. It’s like the mountain and I move together. That weightlessness, that sense of floating, is a kind of freedom I can’t find anywhere else. Everything becomes quiet, focused, and honest. It’s where I feel most connected to myself.
AGE. Teaching people to ski means guiding them through fear, excitement, and sometimes failure. What has being an instructor taught you about people and about yourself?
AE. That courage looks different for everyone. Some fight fear, some fight frustration, some fight self-doubt. It’s made me more patient, more empathetic, and more aware of how I react under pressure. I’ve learned I’m good at creating trust.
AGE. You seem drawn to experiences that push you outside your comfort zone. Is there a moment where taking a leap into the unknown completely changed your perspective?
AE. Travelling alone for the first time. It pushed me far outside my comfort zone, but it taught me I can handle the unknown and that I actually thrive in it.
AGE. Travelling often means constantly leaving people and places behind. How do you balance the excitement of moving forward with the desire to build something lasting?
AE. I’m still learning that balance. I love moving forward, but I also value relationships that last. Being fully present wherever I am helps, and accepting that some people stay in your life and others stay in your memories.
AGE. Every country leaves something behind in us. What's the most valuable lesson you've brought home from your travels so far?
AE. That people everywhere are more similar than we think. Kindness, curiosity, and familiar stories exist everywhere. It’s made me more open and less afraid of the unfamiliar.
AGE. You're at a stage in life where everything still feels open. Do you find that exciting or overwhelming?
AE. Definitely exciting. I don’t feel pressured to have all the answers yet; I just want to keep learning, exploring, and growing.
AGE. When you imagine the person you'll become in ten years, what qualities do you hope never change?
AE. My curiosity, my optimism, and my willingness to jump into things that scare me a little.
Quick-Fire Questions
Unveiling His Yummy Side
AGE. Without thinking too much about it, what does the word "yummy" mean to you?
AE. To me, “yummy” feels like a moment where something just hits the senses perfectly, a mix of excitement, curiosity, and a little mischief. It’s that spark you get when something feels alive, effortless, and full of energy, almost like a taste of freedom.
AGE. The shoot and cover you did with Sasha Olsen for the cover of Yummy Twelve feels effortless, adventurous, and incredibly natural. How did it feel stepping into that version of yourself in front of the camera?
AE. Natural and surprisingly easy. Sasha creates an atmosphere where you forget the camera and just exist. It felt honest, relaxed, and fun.
AGE. Every photoshoot has its unexpected moments. Was there anything funny, chaotic, or completely unplanned that happened during this shoot?
AE. The shoot was perfectly loose but still structured, but we did experience armed security arriving at one of the locations because we didn’t turn on the alarm correctly.
AGE. You're someone who spends a lot of time outdoors, and you are also very connected to your body through sport. How has that shaped the relationship you have with your own body?
AE. It’s made me comfortable in my own skin. I see my body as something strong that carries me through experiences, and something I should take care of.
AGE. Confidence can look very different depending on the situation. When do you feel most confident, not just physically, but mentally?
AE. When I’m skiing. The mix of technique, speed, and focus puts me in a state where everything feels aligned.
AGE. Being photographed almost naked requires a certain level of trust. Did the experience feel more empowering, vulnerable, or simply natural?
AE. It was definitely new for me, so I had to take a moment to feel grounded and understand how my body reacted in that setting. But I got comfortable surprisingly fast. The atmosphere between Sasha and me was both highly professional and genuinely friendly, which made it easy to relax and trust the process. Once I felt that, it all became completely natural.
AGE. What's your relationship with nudity? Does it feel like confidence, freedom, vulnerability, or simply another version of yourself? What place does it take in your daily life?
AE. It’s not dramatic for me. It’s a raw, honest, and free version of myself. I associate it with comfort and naturalness.
AGE. Everybody has a feature people seem drawn to first. Which part of yours gets the most attention?
AE. My eyes. People always mention them first.
AGE. Which is more intimate: someone undressing you with their hands, or with their eyes?
AE. It differs.
AGE. Is there a fantasy people tend to project onto you because of the way you look? What fantasies do you have?
AE. People often project a fantasy of freedom, adventure, and spontaneity onto me, and honestly, that’s not far from the truth. My own fantasies are mostly about living a life where I keep evolving, travelling, and meeting people who make me change.
AGE. What makes someone unforgettable after just one night, even if nothing happens?
AE. The way they make you feel. If someone makes you forget time, you never forget them.
A Final Note
AGE. You're still at the beginning of your journey, with so many paths open in front of you. What kind of life are you hoping to build, beyond any career?
AE. A life where I feel free, surrounded by people I love, and constantly learning. A life full of experiences, nature, travel, and meaningful connections.
AGE. If someone met you again ten years from now, what would you hope has changed, and what would you hope has stayed exactly the same?
AE. I hope I’ve grown, travelled even more, and built something stable, maybe a place that feels like mine. But I hope my curiosity and energy are exactly the same.
AGE. At the end of it all, what do you hope people remember when they hear your name?
AE. That I was brave enough to follow my own path and that I always met the world with a smile.
