Reactions from the models

 I first made contact with Johan 1½ years ago. After an exchange of e-mails, I became really interested in posing for him. It promised to be a really exciting and stimulating new experience but I found it so nerve-wracking that it took me 1½ years to finally pluck up the courage to pose. I was really nervous but after a good chat, Johan put me completely at ease and after that I took it step for step until I could reveal all. In my opinion the experience resulted in enormously interesting, erotic and artistic photos. Because the contact between us was so good, we arranged a follow-up session for the following week. This was a really ‘different’ experience: body paint. I found the whole experience really exciting and am now waiting for the photos. I’d really like to work with Johan again in the future; he is really professional and can work so well with the sexual tension that you as model, inevitably create and experience during the shoot. 

Thomas sept 2007

I was on the internet looking for an artist who wanted to work with nude models. After visiting a number of sites, I came across the site of Johan van Breukelen and I was impressed by the creative and well-thought out lay out of the site. The photos intrigued me a lot and some were definitely arousing.

I decided to contact Johan and after an exchange of mails, an appointment was made. I'd arranged for a photo shoot on a Friday afternoon. There was a certain amount of 'healthy' tension that afternoon but I'd made up my mind to enjoy myself. I enjoy attention and have slight exhibitionist tendencies anyway and as a model, you get that sort of attention.

After a short chat to get to know each other a bit we got to work. The studio was small and full of stuff...an artist's space as it's meant to be, slightly chaotic. The shoot took place in a sort of 'cave' hung with mirrors which weren't hung straight and orderly but intruding on each other's space. In this way effects were created which contributed greatly to the end product.

After a number of clothed shots, I began to take my clothes off for the nude session. During the undressing, Johan took photos which also turned out to be good shots. The nude photography was very spontaneous and i didn't feel any embarrassment at all.  On the contrary, it was all very natural and Johan knew exactly how to put me at my ease.  Various accessories were added to the set and I'm really curious about how they will all turn out.

The whole shoot was very professionally handled and you definitely feel that  as a model. Johan is an expert in his field and he astonished me with his insight and creativity during the shoot.

I've done other sessions with other photographers which ended in an explosive sex session but because of Johan's professionalism, this would never happen at jvb-male art.

Johan; classy! I hope we can have a follow-up some day.

Gerard – Dordrecht  

I first posed for Johan in 1999. His studio was in those days in an old house in the centre of Utrecht. I was very nervous because I'm not a professional model and I was about to get naked in front of a strange man. A friendly guy opened the door and we climbed to the second floor. Here was his studio; a large space full of framed work on the walls and the ground.

I was a little nervous because I'm not that good-looking. We had a pleasant chat and I enjoyed the coffee and the great photo work around me. I felt at ease straight away. This man was a real artist and took the time to listen to my story.  After about 30 minutes, we began the getting to know you session and that was quite exciting to do.  But here also, Johan made me relax by inviting me just to take it as it comes and be myself. and not force things.

I found it fine to let myself be seen by this man, who was so attentive and careful. After about an hour, during which I'd improvised all sorts of positions in front of various back cloths, mirrors and light that Johan had arranged, the session came to an end. I wanted to go on and was also comfortably turned on and in the mood but Johan advised me that he had enough material and I got dressed. We chatted a bit further and after a total of two hours, I stood outside once more and felt great. Mainly because I'd dared to do it and it had been such a special experience.

I'd asked if I could see the results and after about a month I received a sheet with a few photos of myself on it. I was both surprised and astonished! What a wonderful result and that after just one session. After that, i've been a few times. Johan has since moved to his new studio and I've worked on two body paint sessions - that was a really special experience!.

I was once painted completely black; from top to toe. I did half and Johan did half. It was crazy and also hilarious but also a turn-on that Johan, with a sponge, brush and fingers decorated my body in such a way. Actually, I was very turned on but Johan said that was no problem and it could be channeled into the photo session. It’s really something by the way, that Johan can be so professional in such a situation. I’m not sure I could!

I felt much more liberated this time than the first time. It’s actually bizarre to walk around with an erection and not do anything about it. We worked for about two hours and after that I could take a shower. I asked Johan to help me clean up because I didn’t want my girlfriend to see me so ‘black’; I looked like a miner! It was a bit strange but also very exciting to be soaped up and cleaned off by a, (49 years old but really nice!) man. Johan was really careful here too and cleaning up was all it was, which was a pity really because all in all, it was very erotic. In retrospect, it was probably wise because I’m not sure if I would have dared to do anything more. After that, I’ve been back twice and although each time, I relax my boundaries a bit more, nothing has happened that I would regret and that comes from the fact that Johan is so open about what’s going to happen and so considerate and professional with me as a model. I hope I get another invitation because it’s really special to explore what Johan calls, ‘sexual energy’ and the fact that great photos can emerge from such a pleasurable experience, really gives me a kick.

Andre de K. from Amsterdam

I'm now slowly beginning to look at my body differently and that's a liberating feeling. My thanks above all, for your integrity and motivation, which make posing so much easier. I really had the feeling that we were involved in more than just shooting nude pictures. Call it art, or call it a contribution to the world of male love. It was in any case, really special and I hope we can work together again in the future. My heartfelt thanks.

Kiompie , Antwerp

When I finally made the decision to react to your call for models, I found it really exciting. mainly because I'd never done modelling work before and straight away it was going to be nude! On the other hand, it seemed a real challenge. I arrived in Utrecht much too soon because I didn't know the city and wanted time to find my way.

Nervously I rang the bell and thought to myself, 'as long as he's a nice guy, who'll tell me what to do and how I'm supposed to do it I'll be fine'. The door opened and there stood a friendly photographer on the stairs. There was a connection straight away and after some chat we got to work. Firstly with just a bare chest and after that, completely naked. I just let it all happen.

Johan shot a full roll of film and when I saw the results later at home, I found them really beautiful. Even though it was just a test session, the posing went really well and took place in a really relaxed and supportive atmosphere. It surprised me that it all happened so 'naturally' and that a few hints were enough.  I found it a really enjoyable experience and would love to do it more often.

P uit Hilversum

Until then, I'd only dreamed of being a model for a professional photographer. But that didn't last much longer. I walked through the cosy centre of Utrecht that winters morning, on my way to the photographer. Upstairs in his studio, the blazing gas fire, the decor and the huge combination of colours ensured an atmosphere which quickly put me at ease.

The open and relaxed conversation that followed was enough to drive away the last nerves and fears. Time to begin with the session. So that I wouldn't have to strip off straight away, he chose to do some standard shots during which, I could get used to all the lamps that shone in my direction. An hour and a half later, the lamps went out and my naughtiest dreams had been made reality.

And that without the slightest trace of fear or doubt in front of the camera and despite my lack of experience with the world of eroticism and nude photography. What a shame that it took me so long to pluck up the courage to do this. And now, hopefully the photographer agrees and my dreams and daydreams can once more turn into reality.

Paul from Eindhoven

Hello Johan,
It was the first time that I took my clothes off for an artist and I have to say, it is somewhat addictive. it felt so normal to stand naked in front of your camera that the posing element happened without thinking about it. Relaxed. You give the model the idea that he's the observer while in fact he's the one standing there naked. Therefore, I'm letting you know that I'll always be available to pose, so you can create more inspiring and creative artworks.  I've never come across an artist who creates photos in such a way.
Lots of success and I hope to be able to  work with you more often


Frans, Rotterdam

I was really nervous when I rang the bell because I'd never met Johan before. The door opened to a friendly, laughing photographer and we went up two flights of stairs. At the top we came to a unique studio with a huge, round table at which we sat. The walls were decorated with the artist's work and at the other end of the studio was a large screen and lots of photography apparatus. I kept discovering new things and everything had its own story and purpose. Whilst enjoying fresh coffee, Johan explained the purpose of his work and a test session. I told him my own story and gradually felt more and more at ease. I was surprised when Johan produced a contract but it showed that he was really serious about his work and that in itself made me more relaxed. Johan had a unique way of working which allowed me to feel valued and was attentive to any needs or worries I had.

Jan, Amsterdam

I’ve often thought about being a model at an art school for instance. Nice and anonymous because nobody would recognize me in clay, or in a pen and ink drawing. Unfortunately the opportunity has never presented itself. And yet, last week I became a model for the first time in the world of the arts.

It began three weeks ago when I came across Johan van Breukelen’s site. I was immediately taken with the photos. When I read that he was looking for models and they could work anonymously, I applied straight away.

Pretty soon I was in his studio for a test session. It was really great to experience such a thing. Up to the moment that I rang the doorbell, I was fairly nervous but after I’d gone inside, everything completely fell away. Not my clothes straight away you understand but the tension!

After a half hour chat about this and that, we moved on to the taking of the photos. Because, I don’t have much experience of posing, I needed Johan’s expert advice. Through his patience and guidance I think we achieved a very satisfactory result. After it was over we talked over what had happened.

I look back on an enriching experience and wait to see if Johan can use me in further projects. I’m looking forward to seeing the ‘contact sheet’, with the results of our afternoon’s work which Johan promised to send me.