Breast cancer is a terrible thing. And it affects women and men.

Michelle had shot with us many years ago and in the mean time had suffered from breast cancer and had a double mastectomy. Her personal journey did not include implants and breast reconstruction surgery. In fact she wanted to highlight that to other women that they would not feel pressure to have reconstructive surgery but make it a choice. After she came to us for some shot ideas i suggested a body paint shoot and including my friend Russell who had also had breast cancer and a single mastectomy.

The date was set, and we had two amazing body painters into the studio for a dual paint and shoot. The theme was geometric shapes with a softer look for Michelle and a more angular look for Russell. Charmaine and Bonita did an amazing job. It was a hilarious process for all in the studio with the two models comparing their scars with each other.

Here is a sample of the shots we put together for them individually and together.