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Yesterday when I went out for dinner I met a couple with a black dog that reminded me of Hercules, my last dog, but it had a narrower body and a longer snout. Since I like dogs, I asked if it was a Lhasa Apso, knowing it wasn't, but I couldn't mentally identify the dog's breed, if it had one. She said it was a "big yorkshire" . I explained that I found him similar to mine, which was a Lhasa, and also to the skye terrier breed, which is from the same group as the Yorkshire (Terrier), but bigger, and is a breed that I always wanted to have and in Brazil I never found a breeder. When she said yorkshire luckily she couldn't see my face as I was playing with the dog, because there is no such thing as an all black yorkshire and it was too big to be that breed (my facial expression would give away what I thought). Maybe she bought it like a yorkshire, without researching the breed standard (there are breeders who only care about the money, not respecting the breed s...

Art is my preferred way of expressing my opinions and world views these days. No words, using unrealistic images to say what I want about the real world. By using words, anyone who understands the language thinks they understand what I say or write, and they don't always do. By using images, people can choose between just appreciating the art, or using it as a tool to initiate dialogues and reflections. In art, I have a certain contempt for realism, as I have a contempt for fast fashion in fashion. Those who have a deep vision of the world and of themselves appreciate conceptual art, just as those with healthy self-esteem, emotional maturity and self-awareness prefer clothes and accessories with original design. I recommend that you follow my social media profiles (links in the sidebar) as I am updating, particularly Tiktok, regularly with new works and other primarily artwork posts, while my interest in creating written content is on vacation. I'm currently prioritising non...

Does wearing black make you look thinner? I'm Nycka, an expert in colours, shapes and textures as non verbal communication tools, I work as a stylist, photographer and visual artist and in this text I'm going to talk about this popular belief about the colour black. If you wear black from head to toe, you won't look any thinner for it. Maybe so, in some environments, compared to wearing head-to-toe white, but there are smarter choices. In an environment surrounded by light colours, wearing black from head to toe will only make you look fatter. Since you have little or no control over the colours in your environment and you have complete control over the colours you wear, it's smarter to choose colours, shapes, and textures that flatter you in any environment. How? Hiring my stylist service. There are ways to include black in the look that cause the illusion that you are thinner, and other colours can usually be used when black does not flatter the person. Another im...

What is a portrait in fine art photography? I'm Nycka, a specialist in colours, shapes and textures as non-verbal communication tools, and I work as a stylist, photographer and visual artist. In my work, a portrait is not just any photograph, a simple image of the subject. The portrait is a work of art, the result of a creative design that takes into account the personality of the portrait, but is not limited to this and can also show something very different from that personality. A shy young woman, who doesn't even wear makeup on a daily basis, can be portrayed as a sensual, decisive and powerful woman, for example. Or as a fictional character. And many other options. According to her preferences. My portraits and photo shoots are invitations to the imagination, and to look for something in the subject that is not obvious, a different version of what everyone sees every day. There are no limits to the possibilities of a portrait. My benchmark for what makes a good portrait...

Someone asked me what my favourite piece of clothing is. I like different and exclusive clothes, a good part of my wardrobe is my creations, and I've always paid a lot of attention to lingerie too. And this text is about that and about the relationship between my attention to lingerie and boudoir photography and, in some cases, my work as a stylist. I'm Nycka, a stylist specialised in colours, shapes and textures as non-verbal communication tools, and I also use this knowledge working as a photographer and visual artist. In this text I will talk about the power of the right lingerie for women . When I moved to the south of Brazil it was difficult to find colourful clothes, because people in the region prefer neutral colours. Although the image of Brazil abroad is of a tropical, sunny country, the south is south of the Tropic of Capricorn and the climate in the region has colder winters than in the rest of the country. In high regions such as the Serra Gaúcha or the city of Cu...

In a world where everyone has a camera, even a cell phone camera, what is the value of professional photography? I could have followed paths like event photography, which I experimented with for a while, and it was an interesting challenge, but I opted for fine art photography, because it requires different preparation and preparation that I had in college. Currently, an effect (many people call it a filter) called “Bold Glamor” is viral on tiktok. So far, everyone I've seen using it could look very similar to what the effect shows just by using makeup and the proper lighting. I am a person who rarely wears full makeup. I usually wear lipstick and eyeliner, and nothing else. I have never used false eyelashes. And what attracts me most about photography is this possibility of transforming ordinary people into people with an impressive appearance, which many celebrities do not have. I look for ways to value the unique beauty of each client. My aim is always the extraordinary. Those...

Allowing yourself to be photographed naked is an act of self-love. And also intimacy with you and self-acceptance. You don't need to have a perfect body, because the perfect body is different in everyone's mind. What you consider imperfection can be very attractive to some people. And your vision of perfection may seem like an aberration to someone else. When you observe real people, of different physical types and perceive the beauty in each one of them, you are able to see yours. When you don't see your beauty, maybe the photographer's point of view is able to reveal it. But to know the photographer's point of view you need to accept yourself and allow yourself to live the experience of discovering your beauty through the lenses of a professional. When you are intimate with your body, you appreciate it and respect it. Some cultures and some people sexualise nudity. They have a moral code that nudity is only accepted in a sexual context, or while bathing. But e...

I believe that everyone has their beauty, and when I photographed events I always said that no one appeared ugly in my photos. Precisely because I seek the beauty of people. When deciding to work with fine art photography, including portraits and commissioned photo essays, I seek to offer clients the chance to record the best of their beauty. A natural best, with a minimum of cosmetic edits, seeking a sustainable result, if the person wants to maintain the Diva effect on a daily basis, but at the same time a fascinating result, which impresses those who see the photos, which makes the client remember daily how much it is a beautiful person. Your best gift awaits you on the available services page. Exalt your beauty. There are many ways to do this and I know the best ones. Nycka the Nomad

Contrary to what some people think, a photographer is not someone who captures the moment . Amateur photographers capture the moment. I create images designed to make a certain impact. There is a whole production behind each photo shoot and each portrait produced by me nowadays. Amateur photographers also don't have much idea of ​​their costs, and before definitely deciding to go down this path I carefully analyzed mine. Fine art photography relies on the photographer's repertoire to construct unique and meaningful images. I look for beauty in all people and also in things and places that are not always appreciated by the majority. And if I worked for many years with style consultancy, it was to contribute, with my experience, for more people to reveal and value the beauty they have. And I also learned a lot about low self-esteem, and how people with this trait sabotage themselves. So I'm not shy about making clear things like my choice not to edit skin and hair to make the...

Those who follow my work know that I differentiate between fashion and clothing. In short, fashion is what innovators and early adopters wear. The rest is apparel. And fine art photography goes perfectly with fashion. It might work well for apparel brands too, but I would recommend apparel brands interested in my work to have a PR and social media team that knows how to deal with conflict and criticism in a mature and intelligent way. I don't like obvious photography, I don't like obvious things in general. And precisely for this reason, even in commercial photography, my identity as a fine art photographer is part of the job. And eventually this can shock groups used to lukewarm publicity, on the fence, trying not to bother people. I believe in strong brands that have strong positioning. Fashion, the most innovative, already flirts with art naturally, so the natural path is to opt for artistic photographs. As a consumer, I am innovative, especially in fashion. And that helps ...

After sharing my suggestions for preparing for a boudoir shoot or fine art nude photo shoot I now share my suggestions on how to prepare for a fine art wedding photography shoot . This text concerns my way of working at the time of its publication. As I am always evolving, learning and improving, the most important guidelines are those given to each client in the interview prior to the photo shoot. There are different ways to register a marriage. I usually work with artistic photography of the couple outside the ceremony environment. This can be negotiated to include documentary recording of the ceremony. I avoid a common documentary record because in every wedding ceremony nowadays there are hundreds of people with their cell phones doing this. This interferes with the photographer's work, as these people are more concerned with photographing than with experiencing the emotion of the moment. What makes wedding photographs and other events beautiful are emotions. And often guest...

Nobody likes to look ugly in photos, and with little or no clothes the challenge can be great for some people, but it is possible to have good results, even without having a model body. It is also possible to have bad results even with a perfect body, if you neglect some precautions. See my suggestions for preparing for a boudoir or fine art nude photo shoot by me. Recommendations aimed at the result you are looking for and your profile are offered in the online meeting I have with clients before photoshoots to plan how to do each one. I warn that I work to value the beauty of each client, but I do not invent beauty where the client sabotages himself/herself, such as poorly cared skin or very damaged hair. I don't do skin and hair editing to correct what the client doesn't want to seek a definitive solution to solve. Unlike commercial photographers who sometimes make models unrecognisable through editing, I look for the real beauty of each person, and I mainly explore makeup a...

This text has precious tips for brides. My frame of reference is essentially Western. My knowledge of dress and grooming traditions relating to oriental weddings is very shallow, so I won't go into them here. In principle, I do not recommend wearing a white dress, although this is a strong Catholic tradition. Not even a black dress, also traditional in some regions. The first big moment of the wedding ceremony is the bride's entrance. She's the centre of attention, and obviously her makeup, how she's styled her hair, and everything she's wearing, especially her dress. When the bride chooses her own dress, if she has healthy self-esteem and emotional maturity, desirable qualities in someone who is going to start a family, the only reason that justifies getting married choosing the colour and model of the dress just because it is what everyone else wears, or because she thinks the colour is beautiful, is ignorance. A wedding is usually a time when the investment fo...

This is a text to talk about some benefits of hiring my services as a photographer. The big difference is the photographer's point of view. It is my cultural background, my life experience, my professional experience, my way of enhancing beauty, and other characteristics that, together, define my working identity and you will not find it in any other professional. It is worth remembering that the exaltation of beauty and individuality have been characteristic of my work since the beginning of my career. Art photography can enhance home, work or office environments. For people who want to celebrate a special moment and do a different photo shoot, it's a great option to get away from the obvious and have a memorable and meaningful memory. A full photo shoot is a great gift for the one you love and doesn't feel too pretty. And you don't even need a special date for it! Creatively capturing the beauty of your dog or cat is priceless! For luxury brands, the image of su...

Hey! I was here thinking about photography, while making contacts to put some ideas I have for November in practice, and I’d like to share a few thoughts about that and the ridiculous idea about “beauty standards” many people have. I studied advertising and photography was part of the curriculum. More than that I spent some years working as volunteer photographer for an ONG. I usually don’t edit the pictures I take. I prefer to do the best I can with proper light and makeup. Obviously for many people this is not enough. For models, it usually is. If you compare a picture on a magazine to your face in the mirror you should know some things about what makes most models and public persons have those looks: They take care of what they eat. They eat healthy; They drink enough water. To have a good appearance is important for most of them; They take care of their skin when proper eating and enough water is not enough. A good dermatologist and good products are part of their routine; For...