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Unique Nudes

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Riverside/Colton, California
UniqueNudes.com - The Art of Richard Rasner

Mayhem #120679
Photographer


MM URL: http://www.modelmayhem.com/UniqueNudes

About me
http://pics.livejournal.com/uniqueblog/pic/00095gts

My name is Richard Rasner and I have been a fine art nude photographer for just about a solid decade now.  My ideal goal is to make fine art nudes a respected art form once again, by creating unique and tasteful works of art to be shared with the world.  My work has been displayed in museums and art galleries worldwide, and my first book "Whispers of the Mind" was published in early 2006 to great reviews and rapidly became a best-seller on Amazon.com. 

I am an actual functioning professional photographer; this is my only job.  As such, I treat it very seriously.  I never want to have a "day job" ever again.  If you are contacting me about work, please make sure you are both serious and reliable.  Other than that, I can't wait to hear from all of you.  It's been a few years since I have been on any of these sites (having long ago dropped OMP, Musecube and the like) but enough pressure from my models and an upcoming world travel schedule has made me cave in and change my mind.

ALL MY WORK IS PAID OR TRADE, but if you think that you are worth $300 an hour/3 hour minimum you better have the credits to back it up.  98% of all my work through here will be TFCD, but I offer 50% profit sharing on prints sold at my shows *plus* shared copyrights and lots of positive exposure (such as nationally published books.)  Also, when I do have high paid commercial shoots, I only use models that have shot with me TFP before.  It's only fair.

If you want to contact me for a shoot (or even if you have any questions about upcoming shows, book signings, etc) you can e-mail me or even call my cell.

Contact e-mail: nakayama.studios@gmail.com or info@uniquenudes.com

Contact Cell: 909-519-4456 (Noon-Midnight PST)

Please Tag or Note first before Friend requests.  I'm trying to limit my friends page to people I actually have some form of meaningful contact with.

**Upcoming work/open calls:**
Currently I am looking for models with a true vintage look (not Rockabilly) for my ongoing series about the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Am I also looking for heavily-tattooed models for the ongoing "Beauty of Ink" series.

"Belles of the Sky" is currently on hiatus indefinitely, as is the Alice Project.

"Abandoned: The Relentless Passage of Time" Part 1 is being published October 2009.

**Travel:**
I am currently splitting time pretty evenly between Las Vegas & Southern CA.

I will be in Dallas TX Oct 23-26
I will be in Las Vegas NV Nov 4-6 and Nov 8-10
I will be in Beijing, China November 18-Dec 1

**News**
The documentary about my 2007 record breaking "Diversity" shoot is due for a 2010 release date.

**Upcoming Shows**
"Unique Nudes: The Fine Art Photography of Richard Rasner" - AMP Outdoor Gallery in Rancho Cucamonga (opens Sept 8th, 2009)
"The New Nude" - Abnormals Gallery in Berlin Germany (opens Oct 10, 2009)

Best Regards,
Richard Rasner
Nakayama Studios

Credits
Past Clients and Projects include:
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Motion Pictures & TV:
Dark Reel
Angels in the Dark
Lethal Orbit
Incrimination
Conquest (History Channel)

Charity work:
The Los Angeles Midnight Mission
RatzenMauzers (rat rescue) RMCA of Las Vegas
Hollywood Hoopsters Celebrity Basketball Team
NSPCA
The Erotic Heritage Museum, Las Vegas
Zombie Squad Chapter 009
Harmony Kids
Susan G. Komen Foundation
Heroes Against Hunger
Three Square
FreeRice.com

Corporate Work:
Burnlounge
Arabian Breeder's World Cup 2007
Associated Press
ARME (A Rich Man Entertainment)
Millionaire Marketing Group
Mojo Republik (Lead Staff Photographer)
CatHouse at the Luxor Casino
Burner Bros. Productions/Odds On Records
Harry Mahoney's Erotic Heritage Museum
Zombie Squad Chapter 009
The Midnight Mission, Los Angeles

Published Works:
Whispers of the Mind (Top 1,000 Sales Rank on Amazon - 2006)
Borders Pet Project (2007)
MojoRepublik Magazine (2007-2009)
Ultrafeel.TV (Dec 2007)
Univers d'Artistes (2008)
RevolutionART Magazine (Issue 12 - 05/08)
US Weekly (Nov 10, 2008)
The Naked & The Lens (2009)
The DEATHbook Project (2009)
Abandoned I & II (2009)
Demons & Fallen Angels (2010)

Celebrity Clients:
Mr. T, Billy Idol, Kevin Bacon... there are now far too many to list.  Check out the Nakayama Studios MySpace 'Celebrity' folder to see all the photos my team and I have done:
http://tinyurl.com/myspace-celebs

Recent Showings:
The Palms - Long Beach (solo)
L.A. Center for Digital Art group show (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
Apparatus Gallery (solo) - Las Vegas
Inter-Expo - Lodz, Poland
Personality Exhibition at thebeatfarm - Las Vegas
Horror @ The Box Office - Las Vegas
AVN Featured Art Show (Solo) - The EHM Fine Art Gallery
"LOVE" (Group Show) @ The Box Office - Las Vegas
Mini Mini at Push Gallery (Group Show) - Phoenix

Permanent Installations:
The Midnight Mission (1 image)
Austrian Arts Museum (4 images)
Erotic Heritage Museum (1 image + Video installation)

Awards:
The Parisian for Fine Art Nudes
OMP Showcase (2004)
#1 on TheNudeInsider.com (11/06)
Artist of the month: Atmosphotography.com
deviantART featured artist (07/06, 12/07, 10/08 & 12/08)
deviantART featured print artist (multiple)

Documentaries:
All of the films currently made about my work (from full-length documentaries to short makeup timelapse vids) can be found on Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/nakayamastudios
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Sponsorships:
Canon, USA
MojoRepublik Magazine
RiskReactor.com UV
UberHappy Hosting
ZizZazz Energy Powder
The Las Vegas Erotic Heritage Museum
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Professional Member of the National Press Photographer's Association

*If you would like references, I can provide a list of literally hundreds of models that I have worked with, without a single complaint so far in my entire career.  You may also check the section below for Model Mayhem models I have worked with and contact them through this site.  In addition, I was a member of TheBlackBookProject.com (promoting model safety and awareness) when it was still active.

NOTE: I have included all the models and artists on Mayhem that I have ever worked with in the spirit of full disclosure.  However, I CANNOT in good conscious recommend all of them.  Please note me for specific references.

Model Mayhem!
#370 Victoria Lane
#2864 Meet Maria
#3802 Joe Gatt
#4601 Divinora Darling
#6300 Kara Kay
#15852 Kristinoir
#16635 ForeverRain
#16883 Rebeckah
#18211 Brandelyn
#24391 LaRue
#25964 Ariel Hope
#35171 MonkeyToez
#51982 Xochitl
#61165 NyxValentine
#63913 Stacey
#70324 Heather Garvey
#72665 Tricia Q
#73864 Joy Fields
#94418 Eve Elle
#101440 Syrinx Beauty
#112398 Leslie Meyers
#113119 Miss Pinky Sui
#122588 Unicorn Rose
#131398 Nikki Jaden
#133256 Conundra
#133262 Leopardess Kat
#155349 Cataclysm
#162904 Spikey Clover
#172700 Kissy
#196589 Jennifer Purcell
#205534 Gigi La Bouche
#221950 Whitney Olsen
#234947 Cindi Khongwiset
#238614 ShanaJ
#242825 AngelinArizona
#258309 Jenn O. Cide
#275829 Summer Loraine
#282453 Jessie Geneva
#286521 Sybil Hawthorne
#305482 JewellSan
#312055 Sarah Sugars
#326805 NevaehLleh
#336790 Amanda
#356557 Austin23
#336013 Erika
#373569 Corinne of Las Vegas
#375031 Lil Miss Mayhem
#377771 Lucy Rider
#381075 Undermedicated
#383247 Groundling Kaylee
#423338 Rozaline
#489271 Staysha
#497452 SweetPea Suicide
#505719 CaliAly
#510021 Jessi 44
#515001 AciD_RaIN
#521352 Musketeer
#526411 GreenBirdGirl
#594061 Christina Desiere
#605189 Delilah Rae
#614674 S a r a b e t h
#618305 Cindy Stamps
#626508 Lydia Love
#627366 Irulan-Amy
#656074 Kaylynn Hills
#682702 -Christ-
#693982 Lisa Cash
#736148 Model Jade
#749497 E r z s e b e t
#773942 Persephone Willows
#810167 Joykinz
#812939 Jenna Gatt
#822959 Mitdasein Model
#826439 Kittie M
#879943 Raye Pasag
#1050216 Sin City Aerialist
#1056242 Demonika Devour
#1060619 Billy Jefferson
#1070822 Passion Rayne
#1086034 JunZhi
#1163275 Xavier Muscle
#1181269 Sasha La-T
#1273506 Skydiver Renee
#1274787 LilyStarr
#1385429 Stradivarius
#1403661 Jade Alysse Berry
#1406542 Hanah Lewis

Makeup Mayhem!
#145610 Jessi Pagel
#362662 MDM Artistry
#366900 SandMstyling
#529442 Changeling Colors
#1337561 Von Razor Creations

Photographer Mayhem!
#5419 Maria Rosaria
#5812 Matt Schneider
#9546 D.M. Gremlin
#145090 Wynnesome
#163765 Etheral Images
#166811 Jen Moore Photography
#240212 ORiain Photography
#300916 Rauðskegg Photography
#321108 VistaVisuals
#357937 Neisus
#376430 Savage Arts
#373322 Jewell in the sand
#497937 Jenna Black
#566394 SlamedSilver
#799463 Mitdasein Photography

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Casting Call
Nov 30, 2009 Two hour window! Who is feeling adventurous? (YVR)
Nov 20, 2009 Looking for female and male nude models in Beijing, China
Travel Notice
Nov 20, 2009 Unique Nudes (International Gallery Artist) in Beijing China

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Kymberly Jane
Model
2009-11-11 02:26:59
SOoooOooo...its YOU!
Billy Jefferson
Model
2009-11-07 21:40:39
nice working with u too ! can't wait to see the pictures
Demonika Devour
Model
2009-11-07 18:11:49
Today = awesomeness! Your an excellent photographer and funny as hell, Cant wait for our next shoot!
Passion Rayne
Model
2009-11-04 21:06:19
It was awesome meeting you as well... Can't wait to shoot again... SOON!!!!!! :D
XXX's & O's
Passion
Halena Mai
Model
2009-11-04 05:32:08
Your port looks amazingly. I would like to have the opportunity to work with you. Please, let me know if you ever need an Asian model like me.
Jade Alysse Berry
Model
2009-11-04 01:12:46
Thanks Richard!
I loved working with you too!
I'm going on tour and will be back on the 29. Let me know when you have those dates so I can put you on my calendar because this might turn into a reg gig along with my modeling:) Have fun in Shanghai!!!! I bet you'll have tons of fun!
xoxo
Jade
Jade Alysse Berry
Model
2009-10-26 13:19:46
Hey Richard,
It was great meeting you let me know when you're ready to shoot!
Hanah_Lewis
Model
2009-10-26 09:59:13
You were awesome to work with, thank you so much for the opportunity.

Hugs

Hanah
EMENDOZA PHOTOGRAPHY
Photographer
2009-10-26 01:06:17
Your freindship is greatly treasured and valued.
ddcupcakeHOUSTON
Model
2009-10-16 17:30:17
Wow, love your portfolio! You have some gorgeous photos! :)
Sasha La-T
Model
2009-10-05 15:13:43
Thanks again for everything! I had a blast at the shoot and I look forward to working with you again. FUUUUN TIMES!!!

Blade Rocks!
xoxox
SinCityMUA Leila
Makeup Artist
2009-09-19 16:29:17
hey sweetie, so when you going to be out here in Vegas again?? So Charles says that there goingto be filming the shoot again ehh?? ru going to be there
Demonika Devour
Model
2009-09-19 16:14:50
It was so nice to meet you cant wait to set up a shoot! and I love your avi!
Yuri au Strawberry
Model
2009-09-07 16:23:42
I adore your work, bravo!

Much Love,
Yuri au Strawberry
No Go1
Model
2009-08-26 04:12:40
Enjoyed our shoot today, Thanks Richard! Looking forward to coming up to the studio again in September!
T L Sellers
Model
2009-08-24 18:34:40
very good work :)
LilyStarr
Model
2009-08-21 18:05:48
lol thanks! It was an honor for me as well to shoot with THE Richard Rasner of Unique Nudes XD I always have a blast at the shoots ^^
Shell Foto
Photographer
2009-08-19 18:43:40
It was so nice meeting you! :)
No Go1
Model
2009-07-02 00:11:06
Thanks so much for a great shoot Richard. It was a pleasure working with you. Your studio is going to be off the chain when everything is all in place. Can't wait to shoot again!

Xavier
www.Xaviermuscle.com
Life Model Steve
Model
2009-05-26 10:14:06
Still looking for that opportunity!
Photos by Frank
Photographer
2009-05-11 12:32:47
Awesome stuff.
Cindy Stamps
Model
2009-04-30 03:01:54
Hope you guys have some awesome Spring weather :)
Belly Donsah
Model
2009-04-23 01:19:46
Aloha! Awesome, awesome work! You are now listed! Super-cool acrobatic poses!

~ Belly Donsah

Danny Danger
Photographer
2009-04-22 22:55:13
love your creativity.
Persephone Willows
Model
2009-04-07 16:44:34
It was awesome working with you again Richard, can't wait to see my pics =P
Sin City Aerialist
Model
2009-04-01 21:26:03
Thank you! I had a great time, thank you for making me feel comfortable, looking forward to working with you again!
I AM WHO I AM
Model
2009-03-21 16:45:42
you doing anything near 29 palms
Kittie M
Model
2009-03-09 13:58:21
:) thank you! it was pretty damn awesome finally getting to work with you!
Cindy Stamps
Model
2009-02-23 23:52:42
:) Hope all is well!
Cindy Stamps
Model
2009-01-14 21:56:14
Likewise! Thanks for the opportunity!
Mitdasein Photography
Photographer
2009-01-14 17:55:54
The pleasure was mine! I look forward to showing you more of our local beauty (human and otherwise).
Angel Alabaster
Model
2009-01-12 20:33:53
Very unique and beautiful work! I would love to work with you some time! Too bad I just missed you coming to Seattle!
Cindy Stamps
Model
2009-01-12 02:04:44
I enjoy your portfolio, if you ever need a model up in Portland, give me a shout. :)
Raye Rachelle
Model
2008-12-13 23:09:46
Thanks so much! It was a blast working with you. I wish I got to meet Jenna, too, though. Should I message her about possibly shooting tuesday?
selizabeth
Photographer
2008-11-30 07:35:31
hey Richard! Glad to see you here. I swear someday I'll make it out the west coast :)
Model Jade
Model
2008-11-26 16:16:43
Thanks again for another great shoot.

Riverside 'Norms' rocks! :)
Model Jade
Model
2008-11-05 18:09:52
Richard, it was great to get to see you and Jenna again, and of course I greatly enjoyed working with you today. Nothing like wandering around in the wilderness naked. :)

You are great fun to be around, and I love the creative energy that you exude. Love to work together again some time, including that other hush-hush project we discussed today. :)

Can't wait to see the photos!

Take care, and hopefully I'll see you tomorrow.

Jade
Bella Blue
Model
2008-10-21 22:27:28
I saw that you are coming to town. Did you get some models for your project?
kayla christine
Model
2008-09-24 14:02:24
Your pictures are amazing!! I love your work! I will be in Vegas Sept 30th and Oct 1st so I was wondering if you would like to shoot with me. I just recently shot for Hustler Magazine and will be having a few dvds come out within the next few months! So I do all type of work, just not boy/girl! Anything from solo work to girl girl to bondage..high fashion, swimsuit, lingerie etc! I am only doing paid gigs at the time but I am definitely willing to discuss pay and all that so it is fair for the both of us! I could shoot wednesday night, thursday or friday! I am reachable on my cell at any time! Just trying to get a few more jobs while I am in that area! Take care and i look forward to talking with you!
<3, Kendra Banx
(858) 442*8834
MDM Artistry
Makeup Artist
2008-08-14 04:23:46
Hey there! Let me know when the pics are ready from the 2 shoots! I can't wait to see them.... :) ttys! megs
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