Art models are often the unsung heroes of the gallery walls. They must possess incredible physical discipline, often holding a single, sometimes strenuous, position for an hour or more to allow artists to capture the intricate contours of the human form.
In the digital age, the term has also found relevance in online art communities. With the rise of stock photography and pose reference websites (such as AdorkaStock or SenshiStock), models who provide these resources become "cherished" by the internet art community.
: Providing a physical subject for sculptors working in clay or wax. Conceptual Photography
Without cherishing, the figure drawing is merely a anatomical chart—cold, correct, but dead. With cherishing, that same drawing becomes a love letter to mortality. It captures the fleeting beauty of a specific body in a specific light on a specific Tuesday afternoon.
So, what sets Cherish Model apart from other art models? Here are just a few ways in which she's making a impact on the industry: