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I have been a worshipper of Mother Nature since I can remember. My deep fascination with the natural world, plants in particular, started when I was a child. I’ve always been in awe of Nature’s utter perfection and how we, as humans, are provided for by our beautiful Earth.

I choose my naked body as my way of expressing myself and telling visual stories because it feels like the most natural thing to do. We live in a disconnected world and have forgotten how to live in and with nature, and how to respect her. Through my images, I aim to draw attention to the deep connection between humans and Mother Nature—a connection we so easily ignore in this day and age.

For nearly twenty years, I have worked as a professional model, photographer, and self-portrait artist, guided by a lifelong devotion to the natural world. My artistic process is an immersion into the elements: lying on mossy rocks, listening with my whole body, feeling the textures of forest and stone, and embracing all weather conditions, from icy winds to winter seas. These experiences become a form of mindfulness, grounding me in the beauty, power, and presence of the Earth.

Nature is my teacher and sanctuary, and my art reflects this sacred bond. Since beginning my Shamanic Studies training in early 2023, I have been integrating these teachings into my creative work.