The Muse Project Shoot 1

muse project 1137, originally uploaded by DVJ Photo.

What is a muse?

The dictionary calls a muse: a goddess that inspires a creative artist, esp. a poet.

While I may not be a poet, I am a photographer. I wanted to get a core group of models to inspire and push me to do better in my photography, and in turn, help the models build their port.

My last muse was a model named Juu-Sama. This is her gallery: http://www.flickr.com/photos/dvjphoto/c … 680485090/

For three months, I looked for female models that I felt were versatile, interesting, and willing to try different and edgy shoots.
My wife and I will looked at not only the physical aspects, but personality, versatility, and availability.

The First Muse Project shoot took place on 29 Jan 2011, and boy was it amazing. 9 models, 6 hours (we went way overtime), and 1261 photos in all.

This first photo is of R3dh3ad. The top is actually a dress brought by Esstelle, one of the Muse Project models. You will see Veroxy, another Muse Project model wear the same dress. Both rocked it equaly.

I hope you will enjoy this journey over the next year!