The SINS Angel post for today is a slightly different spin on the series. It’s still about a strong woman, but with a twist – this strong woman is also professional photographer who has a cool project in the works. Nikki Rinaldi is not only passionate about being strong, she’s passionate about photographing strong women.
I’ve actually “known” Nikki for quite a while since she’s usually at the local CrossFit events taking pictures. I never knew she was a CrossFitter AND that she had a passion for photographing strong women. When I found all that out, I knew I had my next SINS Angel!
Here’s Nikki and what she has to say about her project followed by two of the strong women she’s done work with…
Nikki Rinaldi – Beautifully Strong…
Nikki’s Vision…
“Crossfit has been a part of my life for about 3 years now. It has shown me to see that any type of transformation is possible. I have had the experience to compete and train with all ages – from college students to retired adults. From all these different people from different walks of life I have seen many get stronger mentally and physically. As I have observed these transformations I have learned that being “strong” comes in many ages, shapes, sizes and looks. It comes in all different levels and even activities.
Strong can be a CrossFitter, a yoga instructor, a powerlifter and beyond. With this said, I have a vision to capture photographs of women in ALL activities and ALL walks of life being strong!
What is your definition of strong and how do you show it? It is a ripped body from training and dieting … it is climbing a wall of rocks or holding that impossible yoga pose? Whatever it may be let’s capture it!
This project started out with two ladies of Crossfit – Janeil Stehr and Jen Bolduc … It started out capturing them at the time they were at the height of their of fitness …. So, I am asking women of all ages, stage and walks of life … BE MY MODEL .. Show me what YOUR strong is and collaborate with me in my effort to show the world what strong really is!
I’m in Connecticut so if you’re a strong woman in the area - or are willing to travel to work with me – I would LOVE to photograph you!”
Nikki’s Work…
Contacting Nikki…
If you want to get a hold of Nikki, you can visit her website: www.nikkinicolephoto.com
Strong REALLY IS the New Skinny…
When I wrote the original post “Is Strong the New Skinny?” this is EXACTLY what I was talking about. Images of strong women belong in the mainstream consciousness and in mainstream media. I have the feeling work like Nikki’s is going to have a lot to do with that becoming a reality!
That’s it for now!
ttys
Adam
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