For those who do not know me, I have been organizing figure drawing sessions since 2017. As both a model and an artist, I have always been a strong advocate for figure models and the important role they play in the creative process. In fact, a few artists have openly criticized my "Model Bill of Rights" over the years—a response I wear as something of a badge of honor.

I did not create the Model Bill of Rights because models were facing some widespread crisis or extraordinary injustice. I created it because I believed there were simple, meaningful ways we could do better. Models deserve professionalism, respect, clear communication, and fair treatment. The document was never about creating rules for the sake of rules; it was about encouraging a culture of appreciation and accountability within figure drawing communities. As artists working from the human form, we have a responsibility to foster environments where everyone involved feels valued, respected, and supported.