'I can still remember the moment the photographer asked me to pull down my underwear. I don't think I'd ever felt so vulnerable before as my full body was in view of the camera.'
If you're a regular reader of FH, you know my posts usually follow the seasons. Lots of hot models on the beach in the summer, lots of models freezing their asses off, out in the snow in the winter. With model Max Nelson, the season I decided to focus on, was his. Since in Melbourne, Australia, where Max lives and works, summer just began, the images on the next two pages, feature Max's beautiful body, both inside and out, naturally lit by the sun.
I saw an image of Max on Model Mayhem earlier this year, and instantly clicked and headed to his page. When I contacted the hot Aussie, he shared that he'd dropped by FH a few times himself, and asked me to choose some favorites from his portfolio. I was really drawn to this series from Max's work with photographer Kerry for a couple of reasons. First off, I loved the elevated level of eroticism seen though Max's sensual poses and his visual connection with the camera.
I also really loved the locations. There were shots both inside Kerry's home, and outside on is back patio. This room to me, looked almost like a studio, with Max surrounded by various pieces of art. Max shares that it was just a sitting/sun room, but the decor makes perfect sense given it was part of the photographer's space and home.
Max has been modeling for a few years now, and this series with Kerry was one of his early nude shots. Although Max expressed being nervous at first, he quickly relaxed and as you can see, embraced the erotic elements he and Kerry had discussed. Max's comfort level was important, but as the shoot went on, he felt himself motivated to push even further beyond the perceived erotic boundaries he thought he'd established.
What first motivated you start modeling?
I guess I wanted to enjoy, and not be so scared of, my body. I'd always been a bit of a nudist but this was about challenging myself more.
Did you always intend to shoot nudes or did that come later?
I did right from the beginning as it was part of me embracing my body and the aim of me modelling. The photos were just for me at first.
Did you have to consider any factors, (family/work) before deciding to shoot nudes?
I did. I was so secretive about it at first. Didn't tell anyone and didn't post them. Over time I've dropped a lot of that body and sex negativity.
Tell me about your first nude shoot, who was it with and how did it go? Were you nervous?
I was both excited and nervous. I can still remember the moment the photographer (think his name was Peter?) asked me to pull down my underwear. I don't think I'd ever felt so vulnerable before as my full body was in view of the camera. Pretty quickly I realized I loved the feeling of freedom and the nerves melted away!
How did you connect with Kerry?
We connected over Craigslist. I connected with lots of photographers that way back in the day.
Any comments on the shoot, and the resulting images?
It was a great shoot. I was a bit nervous which you can see in some shots. The more time goes by, the more I love these photos.
Where was the shoot, great art room?
Just a room at Kerry's house. It was a lovely studio/sunroom.
What was your favorite part of working with Kerry?
He was great to chat with and we got some great shots, especially outside. He's an experienced photographer so had lots of ideas and suggestions.
Check out more of my interview with Max, and his work with Kerry outside on the porch, on the NEXT PAGE HERE:
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