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Due to frequent life drawing work, the holidays, and too many other things happening simultaneously, I am currently behind on MM related messages etc., so if you're waiting for a response, I promise it's not personal! I will get back with you when I am able, probably within a few weeks.

All photos not in albums are from 2009.

My profile is long-ish but organised, and you'll likely find everything you need to know here.

~Blog: An American Model in London
~Extensive portfolio on deviantART
~Facebook

Hair: I grew out my blunt fringe (bangs), so it's now side-swept again.



I also have a photography portfolio: e-stop, MM# 456279.

I love film. Especially squares.


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Thanks for viewing! My name is Erin. Creating art with wonderful artists and friends is my passion. I love fashion as well but am always happy to be nude. It's freeing, anywhere and everywhere.

I am a versatile, published professional with credits and references. If you're curious about shooting, ask! Preferably in a message, not a tag or comment.

I could write a flowery exposition on why and how I so dearly love our little corner of the world we call art... but I shouldn't have to. I hope that you see my sheer devotion, joy, and bare soul in the photographs. I hope you are moved. I'm not happy if I can't evoke an emotion (any emotion) in those who view my work, and I'll keep striving to create something meaningful. I have at times been called 'muse' by a special few, and I do not use that term lightly.

I do not have the most beautiful face, nor a perfect body. However, I do know how to pose, and work with my assets. Freely or with direction, simple or contorted. I still practice and am always learning. I'm relatively flexible, creative, willing to make a fool of myself in pursuit of a good shot, and can hold still for periods of time.

~I show up on time, prepared, and wearing a great big genuine smile. (I laugh. A lot!) If you have a concept that entails difficult conditions of any sort, I'm your girl. I love the challenge and will work hard to make sure you get what you envisioned... or better. I seek beauty, conventional and otherwise. I seek to inspire.

~I am available for paid assignments with photographers of any level. My rates are a great deal. If you're a newer photographer, I bring my experience to the table and enjoy sharing what I've learned.
~Also available for very select TFwhatever (P, CD, sushi, shoes, etc). I don't put a price on art, and I'm always willing to discuss things!
~If makeup, hair, and/or styling is needed, our results will usually be far better if it is not done by me. I love collaboration with all members of a team.

~My skin is clear and smooth, with a few minor imperfections. I avoid lines from the sun and tight clothing before a shoot.
~My stats are current and accurate.
~I look good in my glasses. I also have contacts. My eyes change colour.
~I have piercings - 1 in each ear, 1 in my navel. All are removable. No tattoos.

~Interested in: Mainly art, of any kind. Some beauty, editorial, fashion (including runway), commercial, lifestyle.

~I absolutely love to travel and will do so anywhere in the world if expenses are covered, which can be the sole form of compensation. I just want to get to work with as many artists as possible!

I live in London now but will be back to visit in the U.S. Most often it'll be eastern Iowa, a touch of Minneapolis/St. Paul, and probably NYC and L.A. And anywhere else you want me!


No makeup, hairstyling, or retouching:

(Photo by Sanders McNew.)

The whole shebang:

(Brooks.)


I also love to pose for other types of art.

(Copyright Todd Riddle. Not the best photo, but other than the glare, you get the idea. 48 x 72 inches, oil on canvas.)


I can wear clothes. Sometimes I even enjoy it.





I've been a roller derby fan for a few years and have finally joined a league... not the most brilliant idea for a nude model and violinist, but too bad, I'm hooked. On the bright side, it is starting to provide physical benefits such as strength.
I have a music degree and a media studies concentration from St. Olaf College, and a post-baccalaureate paralegal certificate. I play violin (25 years experience) and a few other instruments, and I sing a little. More things I love: nature and animals, The Beatles, Tolkien, Kubrick, David Lynch, and Bill Hicks.. to name a mere few. Oh, and zombies.

My favourite pastimes do not happen to include scrolling through long lists of every gallery that has displayed your work, every little online feature, and especially every single person with whom you've ever collaborated.
So I assume you don't want that either, especially if you've already made it this far in my profile.

I have many international credits in galleries, print, awards/contests, runway, and more. Here are some highlights.
(* denotes multiple shoots)

Spencer Tunick
*Gary Breckheimer
*James M. Graham
*Brooks Ayola
*ravens laughter
*T H Taylor
*Sanders McNew
fotorat (Roberto Aguilar)
Tito Trelles-MADE IN NY
Marko Cecic-Karuzic (La Seine by the Hudson)
Simon Gerzina
Constantine Gedal (cx image)
Lucinda Wedge
Sita Mae Edwards
Will Springfield
Corwin Prescott
Steve Kraitt
*Michael Sloane
*Ian Leake
*Lee Gillies
Dave Rudin
Renée Jacobs
D. Brian Nelson
Christopher Bush
Athen Grey
Michael Rosen
Wayne Sclesky
Thom Rouse
*Christopher Grey
*Danny Bourne
*David Swanson (Shadowscape Studio)
*Stephen Melvin
*Dean Lavery
*Stephen Haynes
*Matthew Scherfenberg
Dave Levingston
Pat Thielen

Of course, feel free to contact anyone who has worked with me if you'd like a reference. It's easy, as I always provide credits on photos, and just below here is a list of my work in others' portfolios. Or ask me, and I'll give you names to contact.