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"At first there was excitement in front of the camera, a feeling of embarrassment, I did not know how to behave, where to stand, where to put my hands, where to look. But it passed after about 10 minutes. I felt comfortable with the images I took. I liked myself, emphasized my "I". I put on music that gave me drive and energy to open up. The shots increased my self-confidence and adds a desire to pose and create even more stunning shots. With the project I behaved the same way as in real life, I was open, relaxed, cheerful, maybe a little shy, but happy."

"It's been so long since I've done one of these. My goodness it feels good. The almond blossoms were out in my backyard and the breeze was warm despite it being winter. Being outside and naked, exploring my body and relaxing in the sunshine just felt so good. There truly is nothing like watching the bees buzz around with the grass between your toes and the wind in your hair. I hope you enjoy this shoot as much as I enjoyed creating it."

"This is my second time doing this project and I felt so comfortable taking the pictures. I felt really good about my body and being able to express myself in my own space made me feel really alive. This project has helped me understand and appreciate myself in ways I never thought I would, taking pictures of angles of my body I wouldn't normally see gave me a different perspective of my body image in a really positive way. My cat did try and get into some of the pictures during the shoot, I think she felt left out lol. I really enjoyed the opportunity to zone in and really see my body for what it is."

"I really liked the idea of the everyday look and not the typical model look. I decided to take these photos with little to no makeup, around my house, car and in the desert area. I tried to be creative in my locations/poses and ways I took photos of myself and found that because I have short arms that this was actually rather difficult. However I love the idea of this alternative to the mainstream. Always swim upriver. I am proud to be a part of something like this. I feel a bit self conscious without the makeup or general editing of the photos but overall I hope they turned out well! I think more people should refrain from editing on social media to help others see what they really look like too!"

"I shot ISM in my living room and on a shared balcony over the hottest 100 weekend. I used yoga poses and exercise props to get a variety of angles. I was thinking about lighting and mirror positioning while holding the camera to photograph my whole body. The process was fun, but more challenging than I expected. I even queefed at one point as I was doing a backwards roll into an inversion. Being on the second floor, I moved into the view of neighbours at a few points which added an extra thrill to the project. Close to the end I could smell myself sweating from various body parts. Afterwards I was ready to have a eat, drink and rest."

"It was a beautiful sultry afternoon when I took photos of myself. Even with the air conditioner on, my bedroom got very hot (and so did I haha). I was determined to take some stunning pictures. But at the same time I was not sure that I would be able to shoot so many at once! To keep up the mood, I turned on the Arctic Monkeys because they sound incredibly sexy and I also took my favorite green tea out of fridge. I dressed exactly the same as I usually dress for a walk. At home, I prefer to be naked, so I was eager to take it all off as soon as possible. I like my body and feel completely comfortable to show it. I hope you'll be able to feel it through my shots. I was so immersed in the shooting process that the time flew by unnoticed and more than a thousand new photos appeared on my phone. I felt a sense of peace when I finished because I was able to complete the task."

"I shot myself in my home, I had the whole place to myself so I had the time and space to really explore my home in a new way. I did my shoot in the morning so the sun was in full swing. I loved interacting with my personal possessions and surroundings in a new and fun way! I did some photos outside which was a fun feeling because I felt vulnerable being fully naked but in such a freeing way, I was pretty well hidden which helped me to relax in to it. I have never liked taking selfies before so doing I shot myself again has helped me to feel more comfortable in my skin which is a great feeling! I enjoyed grabbing different things around the house to use as props and seeing it as my creative space and afterwards I felt great for doing it and free!"

"I really love seeing the difference in my body each time I submit a portfolio to this site. I celebrate parts of myself I once rejected each time. My rolls, curves, pieces that make me uniquely me and sexy. It is winter today but I pretended it was summer and got naked in the garden and felt really silly and free. I felt a shedding of wanting to always do the generic poses that I know make me sexy and enjoying seeing all angles and poses. I feel turned on after this shoot. Energised and more in love with my flaws and quirks."

"When I found out about this project, I immediately realized that this is what I need. I have always loved looking at my nude photos and sharing them with someone. For me, this project is a new step towards self-knowledge and liberation of inner beauty. I felt proud that I was doing this, and with each photo I opened up more and more. I believe that we are the creation of the creator and we are created in order to be admired. I liked taking photos, they inspire me to live and improve myself every day more and more."

"I was putting some music on to pump myself to shoot these photos but accidentally connected to the wrong media. Blasting 'Sexy Bedroom Jams' through my family homes speakers (on Good Friday I might add) was not exactly the way I wanted to start but it did get my adrenaline running, that's for sure! I shot this in my tiny apartment, which felt limiting but really challenged me to find interesting ways to present myself. It was also a lot of fun to run around the apartment naked without my housemate present, I highly recommend. When I was done all I could think was - 'I want to do it again'."

"At first I must say, I felt nervous - and I can't really explain how or why, because I have always felt comfortable surrounding myself with nudity (both mine and others). I think it's maybe because there was a camera involved, and knowing I was going to view photos of myself fully undressed, every curve and crease exposed felt like a vulnerable thing to do to myself. I decided to shoot the photos in the place I felt safe in most; in my bedroom surrounded by flowers which are always something that bring deep security to me. And flowers are such an emblem for representing beauty, grace and delicateness. As well as strength, for flowers survive rain storms and wind. It felt appropriate to include them in the shoot revolving around having the naked female body as a main subject, for women and flowers have always been connected to one another through the ages. I thought about the woman herself as a work of art, her scars and imperfections merely treasures, adding value to the whole. Upon looking back at the photographs, I was surprised to find deep appreciation and admiration for my body, and felt so appreciative to inhabit this vessel!

"I've been wanting to do another I Shot Myself shoot since I did my first one last year, but I've just been so busy. Finally on a quiet Monday afternoon I had some time on my hands and the house to myself, so I decided to take a few pics and see if inspiration hit. Even though it's getting chilly in Melbourne as we get into winter, my bedroom is really cosy, and I wanted to show that in the photos so I took lots of these pics on my soft, warm bed. There's really no better way to spend an afternoon than rolling around naked in bed ;)."

"I had a lot of fun on this particular shoot! I started off at my friend's place, showing my love for music and the outdoors. I then ventured out to the coast... I wore my jacket with nothing underneath! The second area was more risque. There were people who wanted to do more than relax, in the nude! One person had a camera and was "taking photos of his dog" (pointing it indirectly at people). Another was coming up to me and asking if I'd lost a pair of glasses, whilst having a good gawk! After I'd shooed them away, I got on with my project in peace!"

"I really enjoyed making this ISM folio. I have always been comfortable with nudity but have never thought about the "art" that can be created with a naked female body and a camera. I loved the different angles that mirrors can create - and truly appreciate my own beauty now. I had wanted to do life modelling as a way to get out of my comfort zone but then I saw this opportunity. It seemed like a perfect way to try being naked for others without being face to face or holding a position for a long period of time."

"I took photos in my house, in particular, my bedroom and living room where there are big windows and good lighting. Before the shoot, I was feeling a bit funny and awkward, as I wasn't sure where to start, and what poses to do. After a couple of photos, I started to feel more comfortable and I eventually was able to take photos from different angles. It got to a point where I started trying random and funky poses that I lost my balance and almost fell, which was kind of funny since it was just me and I laughed at myself. After the shoot, I felt pretty drained and tired, though I also felt quite happy, I felt empowered."