Wow! I cannot believe it has already been six weeks since, I have left Zoefest. I had such a great time. It is seriously, the best experience I have had since becoming a nude model. I mean I worked with the most amazing photographers. The most amazing art had been created that weekend. Not only was the weekend about art, but also friendship. I formed amazing new friendships with the wonderful models and photographers to attended. I am already excited for Zoefest 11!
I want to thank Zoe for putting on such an amazing event. I mean without her this would not happen. Zoe, really has talent for mixing super creative people together. I mean the energy at this event is amazing. What is funny, my cohort Rifferus is threatening to attend next year. He was amazed and wants to create amazing art with the amazing models there!
I’ve been insanely business since Zoe. I had a friend come out and visit. My mom came out, as well. I also, had shots and Thanksgiving! So, much has been going on. I’ve been to San Diego, Palm Springs, and New Mexico since the fest. I am traveling to Portland next Tuesday. I’ve had a shoot everyday the last seven days! I know crazy right! Today was my first “day off”. But it wasn’t really a day off, because I had to clean my house and do laundry. The amount of clothing and suit cases half packed and unpacked, were spread all over my bedroom. It was disrupting because I like keeping my house neat. But I haven’t been around enough to notice! I’ve been coming and leaving the last few weeks.
After Portland, I am home for a bit. But shooting everyday until Xmas Eve. I am planning to fly out to Toronto on either Xmas or Boxing Day. I will be going on my winter holiday. I am thinking about taking out my snowboard at some point and talking Riff into hitting the sloops. I really miss doing that.
Anyways, here are some amazing photo’s taken at Zoefest!
LikeI’m so excited! In 24 hours, I will be boarding a plane to Baja! I cannot wait to get down there. So, many pretty pictures to be taken. So, many fun things to do. I’m ready to leave the USA for a bit. It’s been a couple of month’s since, I had my passport stamped and my passport is begging for another stamping.
I’ve also had a friend invite me to Costa Rica in December. I may just take him up on it! But for now… Baja calls my name. It’s been three years since, I have been back to Mexico. Last time I was in Mexico, I will totally admit it was during a rather dangerous time for people. I was also, spending time in one of the more dangerous cities in Mexico. It was really strange since, most of the city was a ghost town and the Mexican military was out with machine guns. I remember, asking one of the machine gun military guns a question. I was kind of nervous. But he was super nice and sweet. I think mostly because he wanted to keep everything happy. My choice was really, ask the military guy with a big gun, a crazy looking homeless man, or a guy who looked like a gang banger. I felt my risk was, best with the military guy. I picked the right choice in that matter and was just fine.
Which has me thinking, when I have been telling my friends that are American that I am going to Mexico, they all freak out. Which is funny to me. It reminds me when I was going to Jamaica or just about any time I leave the country. Most Americans are afraid of leaving the USA. Which is so strange to me. I will here a list of reason’s from the terrorist, to drug lords, you name it. It kind of reminds me of chicken little. Millions of people travel to Baja every year. Baja, is a very laid back part of Mexico. No, one really bothers with it. Yes, in other countries you may have to be more alert. However, you biggest danger is pick pockets and hanging around places at night. Go back to the hotel or resort at night and do not carry much cash. If anyone tries to rob you, give them your $5 or $20. They will be happy because in a lot of 3rd world countries $20 would go as far as $100 in the USA.
It’s strange to me how, Americans are just afraid to live life and enjoy life. My friends who grew up in other countries even Canada, do no have this same fear. I know so many American friends here in LA who have never left the country. Which is so strange to me. I mean, I grew up with the Canadian boarder a boat ride away. Growing up, so much time was spent around Peele Island and Peele Point on the boats. We spent almost every Columbus Day or Canadian Thanksgiving in Niagara Falls. So, I guess my fear of leaving the country is different? Maybe the fact my other half is Canadian and we leave the USA together many times during the year, it’s not a big deal to me? I do not know where this fear comes from? It’s just so odd to me. I am guessing for most, it started after 9/11? But I think the 9/11 era is over!
Anyways, I’m going to Baja…. I will have an amazing time. I cannot wait to meet my friends down there.
Here are some photo’s….
I’ve been really busy guys. I mean super busy. It’s enough to make my head spin. I think, the reason I am so busy is, the fact I am leaving at the end of the month. I notice right before a trip, my schedule gets insane. I also, get a little excited because I want to make sure everything is done before I leave. I know I still have about three weeks before I go. But it seems everyone wants to book with me around the time I am leaving. I can never understand that. Haha… I guess it is just the way of life.
Here are some photo’s. Which I know is what you are really here for.
These were shot by my other half, Rifferus. He is fairly skilled behind the camera. But go figure since, he is a professional artist. He loves the natural lighting we have here in Southern California. So, we decided to play with the light and see what happens.
We posted the full set up on zivity.
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- Samantha In the Light
This is my first post and I felt as, my first post I should let you know a little about me. First of all, I am a Los Angeles based Nude model. My life has been an endless adventure. I have lived on both the east and west coast. I find the west coast more suited for my personality. I am a beach bum at heart. I am happiest wearing, short shorts, sandals, no make up and basking in the sun. I’m very laid back and have a very free approach to my life. I live in the moment as much as I possibility can. Sometimes I have a hard time living in the moment. Like everyone else. It is a tough concept, though my work as a nude model, it does make it easier. Modeling forces the mind to be completely present for the best shot.
I’ve traveled to almost every state in the USA and I’ve been to most of the Canadian Providences. Like most nude models, travel has been a big part of my life. I’ve actually slowed down the travel in recent years because I felt I was moving to much and missing out on the simple pleasures. Like spending time in my neighborhood enough to learn the names of cashiers in the local stores. I actually, managed to find that feel in Culver City, California. It is such a neat place. It feels like more of a small town, then the small towns I had lived in, in Ohio. Everyone is just so happy here. I think it is all the sun shine!
I am sure you are wondering what a typical day is like for a nude model. I typically, work out three times a week. I find pilates are a must. I eat a health conscious diet, as a fit figure is a must for a nude model. The camera will find every flaw. You learned to accept some flaws and change the ones you can. I find everyday is never the same. I often wake up to check email. I find checking email fulfills a huge part of my day. Even on the days I shoot, I check my email as much as possible. If I miss a job, that means money missed. This is a tough job for most people, because it is far from consistent. You are either in feast or famine. I find I’m either shooting everyday for two weeks straight or not shooting at all for two weeks. Most girls who are nude models also do other things. I am included in this. I also, work as a professional domme, cam girl, and sell silly nude fetish videos. What I do when I am not doing art nude modeling seems very common for the Los Angeles, nude model/ actor type. Oh, yes. I also do acting. However, find I am often type cast as the pretty, naked stripper in the background. It’s funny, I am just bound to be nude.
However, art nudes fill a kind of void in my soul. It is the type of work I always come back to. It is always the work that makes my soul sing. I actually feel the same way emotional nude modeling as, acting (when given the chance to actually act). Both nude modeling and acting are one in the same. You are not only baring your skin when nude modeling, but baring what’s in the side. That thing that is soul deep. I use the word soul, because it is the best term I can come up with. I think the true emotional state glows in fine art nudes. You can’t hide who you are, the camera always knows.
Here are some favorite images….
Samantha