"For me, each image only exists in a coherent whole"
I am generous with pictures; I always work in series. For me, each image only exists in a coherent whole, with a form of narration (fictional or real).
What storytelling is about
My photography style is patience, listening and a lot of kindness. I always meet my models before the shootings, I like to create a bond with each one of them and learn more about them to better orient my glance.
I often tell the story of the models I photograph, at least what they chose to tell me and what I perceive from them. I always try to be as close to reality as possible and to highlight their singularity.
Nude photography as a body portrait
For me authentic personalities are important. The physique itself doesn't really count. I find beauty, inspiration, and a desire to photograph mainly in people I have a good feeling with. I prefer to highlight beautiful souls and touching personalities.
I see nude photography as a body portrait. It's a search for identity through posture, expressions and particularities of each model. But mainly I want to highlight the beauty of all bodies.
Equipment is a tool to achieve a result
The equipment I use is only a tool to achieve a result, it is not central. Because I want to be mobile, I need it to be space-saving and to adapt to all circumstances and lighting situations. There is nothing worse than being blocked in your creativity because of a problem with your equipment.
More diversity
My future pictures will be slightly more dressed because I also really like lingerie. And even more inclusive and diverse in the bodies.
Maud Levavasseur was born in Paris in 1994, where she still works and lives.