“Our individuality comes naturally. We don’t pretend to be anyone.” We had the pleasure of chatting with the two Polish twins Dominika and Patrycja, photographed by Miron Chomacki.
What’s your earliest memory of realizing that being a twin was something special or unique?
There is no specific memory. We have just always known that we have this power (laughs).
And seriously – it’s not a bond like brother to sister or older sister to younger sister. There is some real magic to it. We have known since childhood that we are special. There are a few pairs of twins we’ve met so far but none of them shares the same bond as we do. It’s probably our experiences that led us here- especially after our mom died. We knew we had to rely on each other which brought us even closer and that’s what’s special.
In what ways do you work to maintain your individual identity while also embracing your bond as twins?
The truth is that we do not focus on this at all (laughs). Our individuality comes naturally. We don’t pretend to be anyone. Everyone appreciates us for who we are. People say that we are a true reflection of sincerity and naturalness and this cannot be faked. We really identify with that.
What led you both to pursue a career in modeling? Was it a decision you made together? (smiles)
Frankly, we actually find it hard to consider ourselves models. Our photos always come out spontaneously and they are not posed. In these photos you can see what we really are, we are not faking it. So yea, it’s just us laughing hard most of the time (laughs).
Due to the fact that we are twins we’ve been receiving offers from photographers – we gave it a shot and here we are. (Smile)
“We are so bonded that we are surprised that other people handle things on their own and don’t need any support. Doing something solo feels unnatural for us, whereas for others it is completely normal.”
What are some common misconceptions people have about twins?
One of the most common questions we get is: do you feel pain at the same time? (Smile) It’s hard to believe that people seriously ask such a question.
The second question we often get is whether we have the same type. The answer is also – no, which is surprising to many people. Well, that’s the way it is – we don’t always have to like the same things.
How do you handle disagreements or conflicts, considering your close relationship?
We don’t argue too often even though we live together now. However, if there is an argument, it probably looks like a typical argument between siblings. On the other hand, there are big emotions inside us that cause a lot of discomfort and it doesn’t dissipate quickly because it sits somewhere deep inside us but we always try to talk it through until there is an agreement.
What is the most valuable life lesson you’ve learned from each other?
P: D. taught me to have more patience. I am emotional and would like to act right away and not wait. For that, D. teaches me to be patient with certain issues and not to get ahead of things.
D: P. has taught me the real meaning of discipline and motivation to act. We are a bit like water and fire. P. teaches me to stand firm and I teach her how to meet compromises and be more patient.
“We have known since childhood that we are special…especially after our mom died. We knew we had to rely on each other which brought us even closer and that’s what’s special.”
How has being a twin influenced your perspective on relationships and connection?
Because of the fact that we are together all the time it is hard for us to live separately and lead separate lives, for example, with our partners. Our partners know that we put ourselves first and when we are separate then video calls are a must.
We are so bonded that we are surprised that other people handle things on their own and don’t need any support . Doing something solo feels unnatural for us, whereas for others it is completely normal.
Outside of modeling, do you have any passions or hobbies that you don’t share?
Well, honestly we do most of the things together, so there’s really no passion or hobby that we don’t share. That’s why we not only enjoy working together but also just spending time together when we’re less busy.
Where do you see yourselves in the next 10 years?
Well, certainly together! In 10 years we will definitely have our own families, which of course will be close to each other, because it simply has to be like this.
Businesswise we would like to start our own clothing brand and keep our personal brands growing. Modeling will always have its special place in our lives, however, as we said before, we do not feel like real models to strongly plan our future with this business.
What would you say is the greatest benefit of having a twin?
It’s genuinely the fact of having each other and just having our kind of bond.
photographer Miron Chomacki @miron_chomacki
Twins: @twinsszmidt
Dominika: @szmidt_d and Patrycja @p_szmidt
