人體模特的專業 "The profession of being an art/nude model." 黃麗蓉

人體模特的專業(Eng down below)

- "The profession of being an art/nude model."

文：黃麗蓉

「人體模特是在做什麼？只要敢裸體就可以了嗎？」

常常會聽到這樣的疑問。近年來，也經常收到許多想了解人體模特工作的私訊。

為了回答這些問題，以下是根據自己的人體模特經驗整理出來的，除了「敢於裸露」以外的一些專業能力：

1. 身體素質：

長時間保持特定姿勢需要一定的肌耐力，而為了能呈現多樣化的動作，還需要有好的柔軟度。這些都依賴日常的身體訓練。

2. 表演技能：

除了動作的多樣性，若能帶入情緒狀態或角色，並通過表演技巧向外輻射自己當下的能量，也能激發藝術家的靈感。

3. 即興能力：

在個人動態速寫經驗中，姿勢之間的轉換和動作線條的流暢度來自於舞蹈中的大量即興練習。如果藝術家有特定的主題或姿勢需求，模特需要能夠即興變化以滿足其要求。

4. 基本物理治療技能：

在工作中，有時會因為挑戰超出自己能力的動作而受傷。經過多次的物理治療後，學會了基本的舒緩和按摩手法，能夠自行處理一些小問題。如果動作真的超出自己能力，一定要及時表達出來，避免受傷。

5. 美感素養：

感謝大學美術系的培養，更能理解藝術家和畫者的視角，也能通過每次速寫活動拓展自己的藝術視野。非常推薦模特自己嘗試畫一次人體，從不同的角度觀察身體。

6. 姿勢編排：

每週都會想出新的動作，靈感可能來自形狀、情緒，甚至是角色設定，盡可能探索更多元的人體狀態。也會根據當週合作的藝術家和畫室的風格，設計符合其需求的動作或姿勢。

7. 溝通界線的能力：

雖然大家對裸體和藝術的看法更開放，但並不是每個人都對身體界線有足夠的認知。因此，信任自己的直覺和當下的感受，並能清楚地表達自己，是非常重要的。

每個人的感受及經驗都非常不同，我也還在學習的路上，以上是個人工作經驗所主觀歸納，和大家分享。

The Work of a Nude Model

"What does a nude model do? Isn't it just about being brave enough to be naked?" This is a common question. In recent years, I've often received many messages from people curious about the work of a nude model.

To answer these questions, here are some professional abilities beyond "daring to be naked," based on my experience as a nude model:

1. **Physical Condition**:

Holding specific poses for extended periods requires a certain level of muscular endurance. Additionally, to present a variety of poses, a high degree of flexibility is necessary. All of this relies on regular physical training.

2. **Performance**:

Beyond a variety of poses, incorporating emotional states or characters and projecting one's energy through highly focused techniques can also inspire artists.

3. **Improvisation**:

In dynamic sketching, the transition between poses and the fluidity of movement lines depend on extensive improvisational practice from dance training. If an artist has specific themes or poses in mind, the model needs to be able to improvise to meet these requirements.

4. **Basic Physical Therapy**:

During work, sometimes attempting poses beyond one's ability can result in injuries. After numerous physical therapy sessions, I've learned basic techniques for relieving tension and self-massage to handle minor issues. Of course, if a pose truly exceeds one's capacity, it's crucial to communicate this and avoid injuries.

5. **Aesthetic Literacy**:

Thanks to training in university art programs, there's a better understanding of the perspectives of artists and illustrators. Each sketching session helps expand one's artistic vision. It's highly recommended to try drawing the human body from different angles to gain a deeper appreciation.

6. **Pose Planning**:

New poses are devised each week, drawing inspiration from shapes, emotions, or character settings, exploring diverse states of the human body. Poses are also designed to meet the needs of the artists and studios collaborating that week.

7. **Boundary Communication**:

Although there is a more open attitude towards nudity and art, not everyone has a clear understanding of bodily boundaries. Therefore, trusting one's intuition and current feelings, and being able to clearly express them, is extremely important.

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