Sunrise Life - beyond skin deep conversations with freelance nude models

Riley Jade - Surprising Scuba Divers, Changing Tire in a Tutu at a Shoot, & more

In this episode of Sunrise Life, I interviewed freelance model Riley Jade, whose journey into modeling started in the most unexpected way—while searching for a bed online. We dive into how she went from a conservative upbringing to embracing art nude modeling, navigating the internal conflict between societal conditioning and personal empowerment. Riley shares how a respectful first experience shaped her entire career, and why trust and communication are everything in this industry. We also get into the realities of freelance modeling life—travel, community, and the shift from cutthroat competition to genuine connection among models today. From wild shoot stories (including an unexpected run-in with scuba divers) to changing a tire in a tutu, her experiences highlight both the absurdity and independence that come with the job. Riley also opens up about injury recovery, balancing modeling with a “normal” job, and redefining success on her own terms. This conversation is a raw and inspiring look at choosing authenticity, even when it challenges everything you were taught. Check out Riley Jade on jer IG https://www.instagram.com/rileyjademodel/ [https://www.instagram.com/rileyjademodel/]

Ophelia Bloom -Waitress turned Hustler/ Playboy model! Coco Rocha Inspired, art & more!

In this episode of Sunrise Life, freelance model Ophelia Bloom shares about her winding, unpredictable path that led her into the world of modeling and creative entrepreneurship. Ophelia shares how a chance encounter while waitressing eventually sparked a full-time career, and how she balanced pursuing art while raising her daughter as a single mom  . We dive into the realities of building credibility in the industry, including how publications like Playboy and Hustler impacted her career and opened new opportunities for travel and workshops. Ophelia also reflects on navigating different modeling genres, from fine art nude to glamour and fetish work, and how easily models can be pigeonholed if they’re not intentional about showing their range. Along the way, she shares some wild behind-the-scenes stories from shoots and travel that reveal the chaotic, unpredictable side of the industry. This conversation is honest, funny, and full of insight for anyone curious about the real life of a freelance model. follow her on IG!  https://www.instagram.com/ifollowthebloom [https://www.instagram.com/ifollowthebloom]  All her links are at http://www.hoo.be/followthebloom

Fanny Muller - Acrobatic Nude Model Traveling with her Dog!

In this episode of Sunrise Life, Hungarian freelance model and aerial acrobat Fanny Muller talks about building her international modeling career from the ground up. We dive into how she went from a teenage modeling scam to becoming a full-time traveling artist, performing aerial silks, hoop, and pole work across Europe and the U.S. Fanny shares powerful lessons about safety on set, advocating for yourself, and learning the hard way that no one will protect your body and career except you. We also talk about the emotional realities of constant travel, finding (or not finding) a supportive partner- and maybe that partner is a furry friend!!! This is a raw, honest conversation about independence, resilience, and choosing your own path in an industry most people only see through perfectly curated images. Check out Fanny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fannymuller_model [https://www.instagram.com/fannymuller_model] and on her website:https://mullerfanny.com/ and Fanny's dog! https://www.instagram.com/mrp_thetravelingdog [https://www.instagram.com/fannymuller_model]

Aim - Australian Traveling Nude Model, Remote Shoots, Music & more!

Aim is a full time freelance model from Australia! I had a fantastic time learning more about some of her intense methods: Her tours can be up to FIVE months long! Spending a week at a time in a country, state or province.  Aim is also very talented in other ways too: she is quite versed in secluded location remote shooting, requiring her to bring a camera, laptop, tripod and internet hot spot so that photographers can sit comfortably in their homes while capturing epic artistic nudes in nature places around the world. Her process is so fascinating!  Check out Aim here: Http://www.instagram.com/aim.model [http://www.instagram.com/aim.model] and all her links are at http://www.linktr.ee/aim.model [http://www.linktr.ee/aim.model]

Mandii Monarch - Ever-Evolving Ass-kicking Model Who is Not Afraid of Change!

I reached out to Mandii because her personality online seemed very relatable and even funny- after getting to know her through this podcast interview, I learned she is a badass! Her prior job was in security, and she was in the Marine Corp as well.  Modeling became her full time gig after a while! I was so surprised at all the shifts Mandii has made throughout her life, I can tell she has the drive to make things happen.  Check out Mandii on her IG: https://www.instagram.com/mandii_monarch/ Cover Image by SwipeRight Photo