2 - 8 - 20  Photographed Ossie in midtown studio who is 32 years of age and originally from Trinidad.  He was an all-star hockey player in Trinidad and has traveled to England to play, until he had a leg injury, then retired.  Ossie has lived in Boulder, Colorado said he liked a lot where he had his job, but everyone looks alike.  Has moved here to Queens, loves NYC and everyone is an individual.  I met him when he was walking on West 42nd Street, after he had just went to a job interview for a retail job and that is when I asked if I could do these photos.  He is open to new experiences and being photographed by a female, never done, so he was game to do and all went very well.  His long dreads added to the photographs, along with his many tatoos that he had on his arms and back.  Super nice guy.  Perhaps I'll be photographing him outdoors, once it is spring time and he is open to doing.  Very cool!

1 - 20 - 20  Photographed Craig, 25 years of age who lives in New Jersey.  Since he wanted to connect with friends in NYC, he rented a hotel room in midtown, The Moxy on West 28th St.  The room was bath in beautiful natural light with sun shining thru the floor to ceiling windows.  Craig is a tall, slim guy who said to me that he doesn't eat fast food and it shows, too.  Photographed him dressed with a Supreme cap on, then he had a white-do rag that held down his natural curly hair, when he removed it, very natural looking.  He took my directions very well and has a wonderful smile, quiet guy, respectful guy and very, very nice.  Enjoyed photographing him, easy to do with a wonderful guy.

1 - 15 - 20  Sergio was perfect today to photograph in available light in midtown studio.  He's 21 years of age, smart and creative.  He's originally from Florida and came to the Big Apple to join other
creatives in the fashion industry.  He has worked in upscale, well-known retail stores, as an intern with well-known designers and is into branding his leather underwear line for men.  His agile body and cut-abs reflected and highlighted his body, easy to photograph and very easy on the eyes.  A joy to know and photograph. 

11 - 9 - 19  Photographed Jahmal today in midtown studio, in available light which was perfect and highlighted Jahmal's well-toned body and skin.  Is a professional dancer, actor and male/female performer, very skilled and highly professional.  Easy to photograph and moved perfectly while my camera focused on all the positions.  It was great to hear suggestions that resulted in stunning photographs, as you can see. 

11 - 6 - 19  Photographed Shaun today in midtown.  He's 22 years of ago, mature for his age and
 lives in Brooklyn.  He's comfortable and cool with his body and is in super shape, looking handsome. This was the first time being photographed by a female in the nude and is game for another photo shoot.  Respectful guy, asked me questions about myself, interested in hearing about me and how long I've been photographed.  He's into the arts, so was very understanding of my lifetime mission of photographing in my specialization of erotica, sexuality and gender, all positively.  He was pleased to be part of this series and was very accommodating.

5 - 3 - 19  Photographed Andre, he's 24 yrs. of age, today in his Bronx apartment.  Took the subway to Burnside Avenue, then walked a few blocks to his place.  He's into music and his community, helps a lot of people in the neighborhood.  A hip, creative guy. cool dude.

5 - 1 - 19  Photographed Jay today in his Bronx apartment, who is 41 yrs. of age. Took the subway to 149th St. & Third Avenue, then a bus, a long ways away, but well worth the trip to photograph him, since he is heavier than other guys I have been photographing.  I like to see the difference in body types and show that we are all beautiful and special, the inside is more important that our other shells.  He is very comfortable in his skin and has done nude hot yoga with lots of other people around.  He has been heavier and now is a vegan, has completely cut out meat and lost lots of weight.
Saw workout equipment in his place that shows he is on the road to losing more.  Positive outlook in life and looked forward to having this as an experience that he wanted to check off.  Wonderful guy, enjoyed meeting him, talking to him on the phone and of course, photographing him.