“When first asked by a good friend if I’d be interested in doing a shoot. I immediately said no. I was asked several times after and my answer remained the same. He never gave up until I finally said “yes”. My responses were always no because I didn’t think I’d be good at it or good enough. After my interview and test shoot with Joy, I was shocked by what was captured. All I could do was smile. From then on, I continued to shoot for BAWDY Season 1 and 2. It was amazing! I say all of that to say this: if you're doubting yourself, stop.
Shooting with BAWDY has given me a boost of confidence, allowed me to see the beauty and art within myself, and reminded me that I can do anything that I set my mind and heart on. I stepped completely out of my comfort zone. I put makeup on, jumped off a ladder a thousand times, had my body painted, and as shy as I am sometimes, I had an audience on the sidewalks and streets of Philly.
I wouldn’t have gotten through any of these things without the BAWDY team. Joy was very patient with me. She allowed me to voice my opinions, freestyle, have fun, and most of all, just be myself. Joy is such a phenomenal human, creative director, and friend with the most beautiful soul. I thank her whole heartedly for her hard work, dedication, and for all the love that she pours into her company, her work, and the community.”
— Robert P.