Layers Of Natalia

I've heard about & have known "territorial" photographers -- you know, guys who keep their locations & models secret. Fortunately, we don't have that much around here -- we try to build a little artistic community here, and this is a case in point. Natalia was in town visiting family & was acquainted with a local photographer. She mentioned that she was interested in picking up a little modeling while in town, and he suggested me. A few quick e-mail exchanges, and we set up this sitting.

It never hurts to be generous -- that's my credo.

The mid-November weather was somewhat cool, and Natalia is from a warmer part of the country. I am considerate of my models; I turn up the heat before each sitting, and I have a little space heater standing by. Still, for Natalia, I couldn't make the house warm enough. This was a recurring theme.

This is about 10 minutes after we met face to face, and this is how she showed up at my door. I have to giggle -- I think she showed up prepared for a game of strip poker. She was wearing boots, socks, leg warmers, jeans, belt, jacket, scarf, gloves, hat, shirt, undershirt, and underwear.

Yet, this wasn't a random collection of clothing -- it all worked together & showed a sophisticated sense of style.

Something I love doing, especially with new-to-me models, is to start photographing them as they appeared at my door and ask them to remove their clothing. I've turned up the heat, and Natalia shows me her lovely figure.

I love these "getting started" setups partially because it builds my anticipation.

An early impression of Natalia -- she moves with great grace, and she is unconscious about her terrific gestures. I particularly like the shape of her left hand.

Also impressive is her quiet confidence.

Natalia is young & looks even younger, yet she has that quiet confidence that is rare even for more experienced models.

I am immediately very impressed with Natalia. She arrived clothed in a casual & funky & artistic style. She moves with grace & confidence, and she never stops moving. She is easy to be around, and with the exception of not being warm enough, she is quite comfortable posing. Bonus: she looks great. I am having a wonderful time already.

With her clothing removed, she has revealed her smooth, clear, and glowing skin. We make some figure studies.

This sitting continues with Glowing Skin