MM URL: http://www.modelmayhem.com/studionoirphotos
About me
I am a female photographer, fine artist and film-maker looking to meet mature, unique and interesting models who want to create some incredible, pure art.
I am becoming increasingly disturbed by the exploitation of women through photography in New Zealand. We are making images of women who appear uncomfortable, victimized and awkward. This is perhaps because, some people approach the female form with disrespect and intentions that are void of Art. I believe strongly in approaching life from the perspective of the Artist; see without judgment, but with empathy. Understand your subjects, learn their secrets, show the world their beauty no matter how unique it might be.
No one is ugly to me. I will consider working with anyone who has the right attitude and is willing to create Art to further themselves, not just to get tags and comments. Art is not for the vapid, the shy, or the weak.
I create images to glorify the female form, but also to draw out and illuminate the personality and hidden identity of the model.
I am interested in aesthetics of darkness, surrealism, beauty and ugliness, sickness and disfigurement.
I began working as a photographer in 2005 dealing largely with issues of violence, self-mutilation, torture and abuse. I then gradually progressed to creating images of the human condition; scars, bones, blood, bodily fluids and deformities, always trying to retain an element of beauty through the grotesque.
For the last year and a half my work has evolved and transcended vapid, tangible things. The stereotype and cliche is no longer necessary and I am not interested in re-creating past images. I no longer want to work in fashion, glamour or alternative light-hearted themes. I am in this for the Art. For spirituality, for femininity, for the Journey.
I am interested in drawing out hidden Archetypes from the models I work with; as an artist is it my role to withdraw the Image, and your role to project it into my lens.
I have worked with many models in NZ before, and am looking for some new models for upcoming film, book and exhibition projects.
Your work is idiosyncratic and very creative. I love the distressed treatment you'd used. You have a fine feeling for the human (female) form, but never lose sight of it's erotic element. :-)
StaciMae
Model
2009-10-14 23:30:03
thanks :) i love his artwork
Jessica Savage-Stone
Photographer
2009-10-14 22:04:34
Hi. Thank you so much for your comment. Such a big complement!
That photo is of me and my girlfriend.
Your work is really beautiful and I like what you wrote about female empowerment in photography.
It would be nice to work together sometime.
xx
StaciMae
Model
2009-10-09 17:37:37
stunning work!
Jessicka Viscera
Photographer
2009-08-31 19:51:45
Hey how is everything going?
I hope your film is going well - I can't wait to see the finished product.
I really agree with your intro on this site; "We are making images of women who appear uncomfortable, victimized and awkward." -It is a sickening trend I am noticing also, particularly with a photographer in NZ... I think it is sad that models - for whatever reason, be it inexperience, self confidence etc, unwittingly let photographers exploit their images. I think those photographers should be stripped of their titles and cameras and photographed when they feel uncomfortable and vulnerable.
Anyway, rant over!
I just wanted to check in and see how you're doing.
Take care xx
Ken Nash
Photographer
2009-08-27 14:45:05
Love your portfolio, beautifully done!
_Nix_
Photographer
2009-08-24 02:34:32
looove your aesthetic :)
spazzamastic
Model
2009-08-23 18:45:19
hey man,awesome to hear your back
love the photo's of cc,i hadnt seen them yet till now.
your work is inspiring,but im not sure what its inspiring me to do yet.
anyway hope the world is treating you well and hope we'll catch up when i get back in kiwi land
ciao
RubyLouise
Model
2009-08-23 00:49:27
Hi, my name is Ruby.
i happened to stumble across your profile and i veiwed some of your art. However i could only view two pictures becasue my mum put some work safe block on the computer and for somereason it wont let me see your pictures .:( WOW! i love the picture that you have set on your profile.
I would like to be your friend please accept my friend request XD
regards,
Ruby
Frustrated Expression
Model
2009-08-15 17:50:24
Your work is amazing.
Sandra Ng
Model
2009-08-14 04:23:38
Hi hun,
Thanks so much.
Yeah, its sng.model@gmail.com
Thanks
Sandra
Ivy Asphyxia
Model
2009-08-01 05:46:01
Yayyyyy you're back!!! Hey I'm heading up north soon, we should meet up! <3 your work gal xx Ivy xx
