Courage
The model in this pic was experiencing her first fully nude shoot. Whilst she admired the shots she had seen in my portfolio and really wanted to do it she was very scared. Her boyfriend had pressured her not to do it and she felt that society may judge and brand her.
So it took enormous courage for her to go through with the shoot. On the day she commented on feeling so free and so beautiful within. I think this particular shot depicts the joy that can come from choosing our heart over our fears.
I am really passionate about running workshops pertaining to images such as these. I have set up a group to promote and feature these workshops.
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The Artistic Nude
wellman
well done on making her feel so comfortable – i like the element of shyness you have kept in this image
Sam Frysteen
very cute – love the pose
~ Ademac
Really like the candid unposed quality here…..........great image TR
michaelfromoz
Yes indeed. You have captured her inner feelings which bubbled to the surface in that moment. I think that she will cherish this ‘first’ shot.
Rasendyll
Wonderful image- trhat sense of being free really comes out in it. Well done to her and to you!
roybarry
Well done to both of you, this is a captivating and charming image.
ltruskett
Beautiful image. Gorgeous model
Jason Adams
Congratulations to your model for having the courage to take the leap into nude shoots, and congratulations to yourself for capturing the moment so well.
P.S. What an awesome smile.
deliriousgirl
Simply beautiful model! Ahhhhhhhh, to be so young again and have the whole world at your feet!!!! Great capture of emotions there!
LOVE AND PEACE, jen
Karl Schlemmer
Fabulous Tony. Well executed and posed.
Gerard Rotse
She is beautiful and the timing of the shot well executed.
Scott Ruhs
She is a beautiful girl. This is very tasteful. She is nude, but still leaving it to the imagination at the same time. She has a beautiful smile too.
Jennie Rosenbaum
stunning! I love it, she has such a beautiful energy you’ve captured as well – so aptly named!
Samuel Durkin
You really have captured the roller coaster of feelings she must have been having. Joy, excitement. a little shyness and freedom. You can see it all in her pose, eyes and smile. Great work from both of you.
Judith Oppenhe...
agree with all the comments above – her wakening spirit really shows on her face, and her natural pose is charming. beautiful model, beautiful shot, like how her skin tones work so well with the background too (or is it all a bit desaturated?)
Kym Breeze
stunning shot, and good for her to be really free of all restrictions….she will now be able to admire her own wonderful image…...nicely done….cheers
Tony Ryan replied
Thanks Kym. I am pretty sure Bec has taken some pretty big steps in her life since this shoot.
Kym Breeze
Good to hear…..and good for you to be able to bring this out in her….she looks stunning….cheers
pauldrobertson
great work my friend she looks so happy
Palika
Looks like a fun shot
David Harris
She sure does look happy! Great capture!
DeirdreH
Such a beautiful image of a beautiful girl. I applaud her for doing it, and you for making her feel comfortable enough to do so.
miro
nice moment ,very natural…
Lim-Lim Andonovic
well done
Mark Peterson
Very beautiful shot!
Matt Halls
Magnificent…it certainly captured what you explained Tony.
Peter Zentjens
Afraid or not, she has the most lovely smile here. Excellent capture.
Nigel Donald
gorgeous
Persimmon
freedom shows
Peter Evans
Nice choose of shot for her first as well, you are sensitive and a gentleman to boot.
Excellent work!
Tony Ryan replied
Thanks Peter, much appreciated.
Michael Lane
Nice work Tony, you really work well with your models.
Tony Ryan replied
Thanks Michael, appreciate your support.
tarsel
Very natural….well captured
Nightvenjer
Wow great pic…and I really love the story behind it…
Belinda "Billy...
well, what can I say, you are so right, she is so lovely, and you can see she is so shy…I love it as she is struggling and yet looking like she is about to take flight! You certainly know a lot of gorgeous woman. Billy
jlancer
this shot does perfectly depict her joy from that day! great job!
Steph Granshaw
this shot is so very REAL to me. if that makes sense
Tony Ryan replied
Yes Steph, I so value people being open and honest and look for this reality in all my shots. Thanks for contributing your comments.
misskris
this is a beautiful image!! as already said it is very natural
absolutely stunning
TheKittyGirl
Even without the explanation, I could tell what was going on in the shot — which I think is perhaps the hallmark of a good photo. Bravo to the model for her courage and to you for your excellent capture of her priceless innocence!
Tony Ryan replied
Thanks again for taking the time to go deep within my pictures. I truly love doing what I do and so want to help restore some innocence to society in this area of life.
Glennis Siverson
Wonderful photo and story. I experienced the same type of fear when a trusted photographer friend asked me to pose for him. Doing so (on the Great Wall of China!) ended up being a transformative experience. I’m glad you are able to help others experience the same….. part of the joy of being a photographer. :-) Your work is lovely.
Tony Ryan replied
Hi Glennis,
Thanks for your feedback on my work. Your experience in China sounds amazing.
Best Wishes Tony.
Christian Hartung
top shot mate, well done
Tony Ryan replied
Thanks Christian, appreciate it.
Richelle
She looks beautiful and full of life in the shot…
Tony Ryan replied
Thanks Richelle. I think it was a special day for Bec. A day where she faced some fears and realised there was nothing to fear after all.
observer11
I have even more courageous girl
http://www.redbubble.com/people/observer11/art/1605443-1-courage
sharra
how did u get into this line of photography?
Tony Ryan replied
Have always adored aesthetics. Used to love the lines of footballers when I was little then became facinated with women and also car lines. Also have felt emotions very deeply and about 20 years ago the two passions combined for me in photography.
Ken Thomas
beautiful photo, she has a natural smile.
StuartR
The image would have been just as good just on the eyes. Real sparkle and humour.
Tony Ryan replied
Agree Stuart, she was very free during this shoot.