Nude is my favorite state of being.... working as a nude arts model has been a truly freeing experience!
Before entering this career, I lacked a lot of self confidence with my body. I was self critical about my athletic shape and was constantly fretting that I wasn't up to acceptable standards. If someone has asked me to do a nude shoot 2 years ago, I would have embarrassedly declined.
So how did I end up here?
Serendipity. (A happy accident)
I started being hired to shoot as a professional dancer , fully clothed.
Then a photographer introduced me to IGs of dancers that were also professional nude arts models. My interest was peaked but I was still very unsure and didn't think it was something I could do.
My eyes had been open to a world I had no idea existed and I couldn't stop thinking about the possibility of creating beautiful art like the dancers I had been shown. So I continued the dialogue and set up my first nude shoot.
There was absolutely no pressure... I was even told if I became uncomfortable, the shoot would end. Discomfort equaled bad photos lol
Something magical happened that day.
I challenged myself to do something that wasn't easy (due to my insecurities).
The reward was unimaginable... I had never felt so empowered and happy in my own skin.
I gained a whole new career and love for life!
I have been surrounded by a world that all shapes and sizes are beautiful!
Thankful is an understatement <3
Set taken by Al, Florida Photographer
Erik Johansson
2023-04-25 21:47:25 +0000 UTC