los angeles men's fashion and beauty photographer ronald n. tan

I finally decided to share my exploratory results. I hope you’ll find them in good taste and class. I want to thank all the male models for permitting me to capture them in the complete truth and honesty exuding the elusive beauty of the male form I find truly beautiful.

http://ronaldntan.com/site.html#/nudes

I’ve been enjoying an interesting journey this year in 2009. I entered year 2009 with hope and optimism. It is a year of changes and challenges for me. One of the areas I want to further explore is the male nudes–all in the class and elegance. I made a post about my first nudes experience with Armando.

I now want to introduce Gabriel, my second nude male model. I was very appreciative of Gabriel’s help. The photograph is cropped for blog purposes, but the actual photo to be uploaded to my website soon will not be cropped.

Gabriel was from Brazil and he LOVES cars! His car was in the shop and so he had to borrow his girlfriend’s and stopped by at my place. At first Gabe was a little too self-critical and shy. But as we progressed from head shots and to the actual nudes, he came more and more trusting and confident. He’s an interesting person and I was glad to have met him and explore male nudes with him.

Gabe’s MM profile: http://www.modelmayhem.com/member.php?id=75928.

Photographing nudes is a liberating experience. Year 2009 is a time for change and challenges in both my personal and professional life. I am facing new experiences recently that has been affecting me personally. Growing up in a culture where anything discussing or relating to sex was considered taboo, I had an interesting experience growing up. Particularly for me, not everyone in my family knows that I play for an “alternative sports team.” Get it? =) I always felt embarrassed or shameful to admire the elusive beauty in men.

Long story short, I came out at age 25 in 2006. I made a decision that I will not be afraid and decided to love myself. I came out to Kirsty Hawkshaw’s “Just Be Me”. This initial liberating experience gave me the courage and confidence to chase after my dreams and living my life. At 28, I feel my journey just started.

A few blog posts before, I introduced Armando whom I met on ModelMayhem.com. I’ve earnt the trust and confidence from Armando and he helped me explored the sensitive and intricate side of photography.

I treated Armando with respect making sure he was comfortable at all times. I asked Armando to undress and to start when he’s ready and comfortable.

I was very appreciative of Armando’s help. I have always respected and admired my male models. I’ll update my website with the rest of the photographs.