Rosa Brighid

Bullied Nude Model Speaks Out – How Being a Model Changed Her Life

I had a difficult childhood. Through school, I endured long years of relentless physical bullying and mental torment. I felt damaged and never believed I was good enough.

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Just over a year ago, something changed. I realized that I didn’t want to be afraid of living. Instead, I felt inspired, renewed and determined to succeed. I was ready to live my life and be free of all of the negativity that had been weighing me down for so long. It was time to challenge myself and move beyond my comfort zones.

I was nervous the first few times I tried modeling. I felt awkward, and my poses were tense. I had a feeling though, that I could push through my fears and pose well. I was surprised how much my confidence grew over the first few months. Soon, I was travelling and meeting lots of new people. Being independant and building myself up in this exciting new world was an amazing adventure. I had stumbled upon a life that seemed surreal, but it also just felt right.

My nervousness, insecurity and fear was just a natural part of the journey. Revealing myself in front of the camera has helped me overcome confidence and anxiety issues that I developed from those early years of being bullied. By being exposed and allowing myself to be seen, I have healed many old wounds. Modelling has been like exposure therapy.

It’s incredibly rewarding to put 100% into a shoot, and then see beautiful works of art as a result. When doing a shoot, I’m either all in or I’m not doing my job. You have to put your heart and soul into modeling. It’s physically and emotionally taxing, but in the best possible way. I feel incredibly proud that others are inspired by my efforts. When I’m modeling, I try to reflect my strengths and my own personal style as a way of showing that we have control over our lives, no matter what hardships we’ve been through. Each day is an opportunity for happiness.

 

When people see my art, I want them to experience strong, feminine energy and a sense of confidence. I believe the female form is beautiful and without it, life simply wouldn’t be the same. I hope to inspire others to not be ashamed of their bodies. I want people to believe in themselves, so they can achieve their dreams.

My modeling is genuine, but it’s only part of who I am.  I’m an introvert at heart, and I love to quietly reflect on things in my own space. In some ways, I am the woman in those pictures, but they don’t tell the whole story. I’m not always confident. Like anyone, I suffer days of feeling down and insecure. Support and positive feedback really lifts me up. I’m happy when my work brightens someone’s day. It reminds me of how far I’ve come in my own healing. My sadness and painful struggles have become my strength.

There is a spiritual aspect to my work that is very meaningful to me. I have survived years of serious abuse from bullies, that left me with no identity and crippling anxiety, only to find a new strength that has enlightened my soul. I’m wounded like anyone else, but when I pose, I turn my pain into power.

These days, I’m confident that anything is achievable with the right attitude and drive. I’ve learned to keep moving forward, embracing life and enjoying the journey. Faith and belief in myself is like a fire in my soul that fuels me to create art that is unique and spontaneous.

As a model, I have control over who I work with and how I network. Through my own voice, I choose the message I share with the world. I want people to know there is no happiness without pain. You have to go through difficulties in order to learn appreciation. With modeling, I have seen there is so much to experience, and the possibilities are endless. I’ve learned to embrace life: It has so much beauty once your eyes are open to see.

I really appreciate all the lovely, inspiring people whom I’ve met on this amazing adventure. I will look back at this phase in my life as one of empowerment and determination. I’m following this path and … not looking back. It’s a strong positive feeling.

I have found my calling.

See More of Rosa's Publication

More than 80 pages celebrating the art and career of renowned nude art model, Rosa Brighid

Rosa has inspired an ever-growing audience of photographers and fans from around the world. She's introducing fine art photography to a whole new audience.
See More of Rosa's Publication

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