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Let's talk about the humble beginning. The regular person who bit and
tore and fought to get where they are - and never lost sight of the end
goal. This issue is about those people. Individuals who decided to take
their art and make a living of of it. NUDE Magazine grew from one
simple notion - there's more than meets the eye. I want to see all of it,
and I want to show it to you. So be inspired and never give up. Ater all,
who doesn't love reading NUDE?

Photographer Kevin Roldan
Assistant Jon Wong
Model Daniel Bamdad @ LA models
Tank -Top: H&M
Black Chinos: H&M
Cover photo Lil Debbie
Photographer Hennessy Vandheur
Stylist Janna Rae
MUAH Bridget O'Donnell
Clothing Janna Rae/Rae4fashion
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Photographer Logan Cole
Stylist Benjamin Holtrop
Stylist Assistant Steven Arellanes
Model Makayla London
Clothing Vivian Chan
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Sounds
Hannah
Caprara
Mathew Rojas
Makayla
London
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Sotest Hard
Kevin Roldan
Lil Debbie
Brandon
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Rye Decker
Michael Willett
Luke Raymond
Cara Harman
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Motion // Medasin
Bubble bath dreams // IAMNOBODI
Days Daze t. DoDeKa // Herzeloyde
Ocean loor kisses // Galimatias
Easy yoke // Favela
Tangle // The Hics
Where we from // Gravez
Honey (medasin redo) // Ku-ka
Lay-by // Tennyson
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Cheeba // Iman Omari
Wavez change // SCNTST
Child's play // SZA
Darkest (dim) // Tokimonsta
Listen on Soundcloud // nudemagmusic
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NUDE: What’s the one thing you can’t live without?
Hannah: Coconut oil and Pink Lady apples.
NUDE: Tell us something not everyone knows about you.
Hannah: Up until I was about 10, I was a figure skater who
got competitive enough to start training so I could
eventually go to the Olympics. My dad laid out a plan to
move to California from Tacoma, Washington, get a
personal trainer, a professional coach, a choreographer,
and a tutor so I could focus on skating. It was a huge
decision at 10, and I ended up deciding I just wanted to
quit and be a kid. It's probably the only thing in my life that
I regret.
NUDE: What three words best describe your photography?
Hannah: Bewitching, engaging, energizing.
NUDE: What’s your dream photography job?
Hannah: Either to shoot for Vogue, or to shoot for Iris van
Herpen. She’s one of my favorite fashion designers.
NUDE: If you could work with one photographer (living or
dead), who would it be?
Hannah: I’m a big fan of Harley Weir’s work - she has such
a strong voice throughout her photos.
NUDE: If you wanted people to know you by only one thing,
what would it be?
Hannah: My photography.
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Stylist Ava Jones
MUAH Damaris Santana
Model Alina Aliluykina
Vest: Ecote
Jumpsuit: Stylist’s own
Shirt: Stylist’s own
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Black Button Up: Equipment
Studded Pants: J Brand
Belt: Stylist’s own
Turquoise Jewelry: Stylist’s own
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Grey Coat: Anthropologie
Top: Topshop
Plaid Skirt: Forever 21
Shoes: Céline
Jewelry: Stylist’s own
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Earrings: Stylist’s own
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Photographer Jon Wong
Assistant/Grooming Kevin Roldan
All clothing Topman/Topman Denim
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NUDE: How would you describe the world of modeling to someone who
didn’t know what it was?
Mathew: Modeling isn't all glamorous like it is made out to be. Yes, there are
moments of excitement when you book a big job or work with someone
you've always wanted to work with, but there is a lot that goes on behind the
scenes that goes unnoticed. To be in the industry, you have to be very
grateful because not a lot of people get to do what you do.
NUDE: Is modeling something you always wanted to pursue?
Mathew: I never considered pursuing modeling until a model I knew in
college purchased her own car and I thought "Man, I need a car too! Let me
see if I can do this."
NUDE: Describe your dream modeling job.
Mathew: A Givenchy campaign would be my dream job! I respect Ricardo
Tisci and his vision so much.
NUDE: Are you pursuing other things besides modeling?
Mathew: Actually I have a full plate; besides modeling I am pursuing acting
and also trying to start my own swimwear brand for women. Work, work,
work, work!!
NUDE: What’s the most important thing in your life?
Mathew: God and my family.
NUDE: When was the last time you felt nervous?
Mathew: The other day I was told by my agents at Soul that I needed to send
them photos and videos of myself in underwear for a Givenchy casting - as
soon as possible. I just moved to California (mind you), so making a family
member take these photos and videos made me a little nervous and on edge,
but it all worked out for the best.
NUDE: What’s the best thing about you?
Mathew: I'm very loving, I want the best for people and I never want to hurt
or step on anyone's toes the wrong way. I truly am grateful for everything in
life!
NUDE: What is worth fighting for?
Mathew: Your identity in this world. I'm definitely not trying to be another
model clone. Fight for your identity and leave your mark.
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NUDE: Explain yourself in three words.
Makayla: Imaginative. Animated. Ethereal.
NUDE: Is modeling something you've always wanted to pursue?
Makayla: It has always been in the back of my head, on the radar, but I
never fully allowed myself to go for it until March of this year.
NUDE: What’s something not everyone knows about you?
Makayla: I can actually impersonate a Boston accent very well. I
nicknamed her “Sheryl.”
NUDE: What do you feel are the downsides of the modeling industry?
Makayla: I notice a lot of girls feel like they need to have sexy attributes
to be taken seriously as a model, and that’s not true at all. Body image
standards are so played.
NUDE: Who do you look to for style advice?
Makayla: I find myself replicating looks from Aaliyah, Rihanna, Let Eye,
Lil Kim, and Gwen Stefani.
NUDE: Who's someone you would like to work with in the industry, and
why?
Makayla: Puma, definitely. I feel like they’re making huge, remarkable
strides in their women-based campaigns.
NUDE: Who has been the biggest inspiration in your life?
Makayla: My parents, of course, inspire me the most. Also, my boyfriend
is one of my biggest supporters - he pushes me to go out of my comfort
zone.
NUDE: What's worth fighting for?
Makayla: Your dreams. Sounds so cliche, but fighting for your dreams is
worth every ounce of blood, sweat and tears.
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Photographer Logan Cole
Stylist Benjamin Holtrop
Stylist Assistant Steven Arellanes
All Clothing Vivian Chan

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NUDE: Let’s get this out of the way...explain the name “sotest hard."
Sotest: Sotest Hard explains my personality and music. I'm sweet and have a sot side but
I'm all around not to be messed with. As for music, I incorporate synthesizing chill melodies
and I always have a hard bass to make your speakers bleed.
NUDE: Tell us three things not everyone knows about you.
Sotest: I was born in a little city called Burlington in Vermont, I have an OCD where I need
all doors to be closed, and I played lacrosse throughout high school.
NUDE: What’s the vibe you want people to feel when they hear your music?
Sotest: I make feel-good music. I want people to listen to a song or a mix and feel the same
emotions I felt while making them. I like knowing people can relate and I could possibly
help make them happier just through music.
NUDE: Did you always want to pursue a career in music?
Sotest: Pursuing a career in music happened naturally. I wanted to become a veterinarian,
or work with animals, but music has always been my outlet - something I did and worked on
every minute that I had free. I am glad I put all that time and work in, because being a fulltime
DJ and making music for a living is everything I ever wanted.
NUDE: What’s the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you while on stage?
Sotest: I accidentally pushed the wrong thing, it stopped and restarted the song
completely...I had to play it of like I meant to do it. Lesson learned - BE MORE CAREFUL.
NUDE: You get to tour with anyone in the world (living or dead), who would it be?
Sotest: I would love to do a tour with my buddy Skrillex. I love the people who come out to
the OWSLA shows. The vibes are exactly what I aim for. People love to dance and they are
carefree, not just standing around trying to look cool. Plus, I've had my share of hanging
with Skrillex before and ater shows and it's all just an amazing movie. Maybe one day.
NUDE: If you wanted your fans to know you by only one thing, what would it be?
Sotest: I call myself Panda already and it kind of stuck with me. I've received many Panda
gits from fans too - it's sweet.
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Photographer Hennessy Vandheur
Stylist Mario Marquez
MUAH Bridget O'Donnell
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"Ich heisse Daniel"
NUDE: What three words best describe your photography?
Kevin: Pure. Honest. Beautiful.
NUDE: What's your dream photography job?
Kevin: I want to shoot the Zara campaign, pure and simple.
NUDE: If you wanted people to know you by only one thing,
what would it be?
Kevin: Love. The way I love people. I always want to operate
out of the present. People will forget the campaigns you
book, they'll eventually forget the editorials you shot, but
they'll never forget how you made them feel. I want people to
know me by my love.
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Photographer, Stylist, Creative Director Kevin Roldan
Assistant Jon Wong
Model Daniel Bamdad @ LA Models

Underwear: Calvin Klein
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Shirt: Zara
Jeans: Model’s own

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Floral button-up: CPO
Trousers: H&M

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Top photo - Shirt: Zara
Jeans: Model’s own
Bottom photo - Shirt and jeans:
Model's own
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Let photo - Shirt: Model's own
Right photo - Copper Bomber: CPO
Black Chinos: H&M
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NUDE: First of, when did your love for music begin?
LD: I am an Aquarius, so music has ALWAYS helped/altered my
mood and what's going on with my day. It's a blessing and a
curse!!
NUDE: How’d you come up with the name Lil Debbie?
LD: Lil Debbie was established when Kreayshawn first came out
with "Gucci Gucci." I was DJing and we tried every nickname
and stage name under the sun. This was also during the time
Waka Flocka came out with "Salute Me or Shoot Me 3" and he
dropped the song "Lil Debbie" for his mama. WE WERE
OBSESSED with Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka, so it kind of
worked out perfectly - it just stuck with me. It was super
natural, it was like it fit my whole life, I just hadn't found it yet.
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Photographer Hennessy Vandheur
Stylist Janna Rae
MUAH Bridget O'Donnell
Clothing Janna Rae/Rae4fashion
Jewelry Liz Law Jewelry
NUDE: What was your first project as a solo artist?
LD: "Ratchets," I believe. It was a pivotal point in my career
because I could've stopped what I was doing and fell of or I
could've gone harder. So I did, I went hard. I did shit that female
rappers hadn't done and hadn't seen. To this day I'm still
creating and paving the way for other artists - style wise and
sound wise. I'm forever progressing. Every project I drop I get
better and better - I'm like a fine aged wine.
NUDE: Where do your inspirations for your music come from?
LD: My music inspiration is mostly from the Bay, but I am very

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show on "Breals" YouTube channel. I've
been doing brand takeovers on my
Snapchat and Periscope, which I think
is super cool because I haven't seen a lot
of artists do this. I basically interview,
go look at other strong females'
businesses and how they operate, then
I let my fans watch and ask questions
about owning, starting and keeping a
business. I'm forever creating new
things.
NUDE: Has being in the hip hop
industry inluenced your style?
LD: Being in the hip hop industry has
inluenced a lot of things. I think it has
shown me that you can make hip hop
music but not take part in every rapper
thing that goes on. I'm very much to
myself and being exclusive. I don't
think people realize how important it is
to not be in everyone's face.
inluenced by the sounds around me. I'm not one of those
stuck-up artists that's like "I ONLY LISTEN TO MY OWN
MUSIC, I DON'T WANT ANY OUTSIDE INFLUENCES." I
think that's bullshit. People are constantly creating and
being inluenced by their peers.
NUDE: We’ve heard you do fashion
designing as well as music and
modeling. How do you manage to
balance the three?
LD: It's easy; you have to be good at
time management, and everything I do
I truly want and believe in. When you
believe in it, you don't care what time
or how long it takes to do it, you just get
it done.
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NUDE: How do you keep so true to your style and
yourself throughout this business?
LD: The only way to keep true to your own style is to be an
asshole. You have to force your style onto other people
(Haha). No, but really, I'm in my early 20's and my style is
forever progressing. I'm very into the grunge/chic/
homeless look - as long as I'm comfy and sexy it's all
good.
NUDE: What are some special projects you're working on
that you can give us a little sneak peek about?
LD: I'm working on two new books. I just finished my
album. I've been shooting a lot. I'm working on creating a
NUDE: If you wanted your fans to
know you by only one thing, what
would it be?
LD: Without you there is no me, so for
you I am forever thankful. I am
thankful for people watching my
growth and truly believing in me
because it's not easy being a female
underdog in this industry or being able
to make it and have a true inluence. I
just love all my fans so much because
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NUDE: What’s the one thing you can’t live without?
Brandon: One thing I can't live without is my friends and family. My
friends and family are my support group. They are the people that
keep me in check when I'm acting like a little shit, but they're also the
people that pull the gold out in me and make the impossible feel not
so impossible.
NUDE: Tell us something not everyone knows about you.
Brandon: Hmmm, probably that I am a musician as well as a
photographer. I play bass, drums and guitar. Bass is my strongest
instrument, drums next and guitar last.
NUDE: What three words best describe your photography?
Brandon: Raw, minimal, moody.
NUDE: What’s your dream photography job?
Brandon: Hmmm...my dream photography job would be working for
Levi's or Nike.
NUDE: If you could work with one photographer (living or dead),
who would it be?
Brandon: I'm not really sure how to answer because I never was
inspired to shoot by photographers from the past or present - it just
fell into my lap. But there are a few photographers I see on
Instagram that I'm blown away with, one of them being Brydie Mack
(australis @wolfcubwolfcub), so probably her.
NUDE: If you wanted people to know you by only one thing, what
would it be?
Brandon: That I always strived to be better than I was the day before,
in all aspects; photography, relationships and being a better human.
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Let photo: Alison Kent
Top right photo: Mads
Bottom right photo: Minxie
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Let photo: Nicholas Czapinski
Right photo: Danielle Kean

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NUDE: What’s the one thing you can’t live without?
Rye: Alone time. I need at least two hours a day where I can relax or work on my line without
anyone around. That's a minimum. If I don't get that I get really short-tempered and cranky.
Other than that I'd say cofee, white wine, and my phone.
NUDE: Tell us something not everyone knows about you.
Rye: I work on EBM - Every Blue Moon - Wale's creative team. I love everything about it. Wale
is super passionate about us and gives me such a powerful platform to express myself with.
He is a huge inspiration of mine. I have never met someone so accepting and motivated. I
don't want to give too much away because we all have big plans for this year, but EBM as a
whole is going to change the creative industry on all fronts. I know it will. It's already an
active movement but there is so much more in store. I'm super thankful to be a part of the
team.
NUDE: What three words best describe your designs?
Rye: Not for everyone.
NUDE: What’s your dream for your clothing company?
Rye: My answer to this question is constantly changing because I am at such an early stage in
my career, but I am super proud of what I have already accomplished. I need to keep
following the same path I've started. Hopefully it will lead me to greatness. Being a designer
is the only thing I'll ever want to be. My dream is for that to be possible.
NUDE: If you could work with one designer (living or dead), who would it be?
Rye: This is a really hard question. I'd say Eames or Coco Chanel. They're both dead though,
so that will forever be a fantasy. Out of every designer that's still alive, I'd most like to work
with Yuichi Kuroda from Number (N)ine. It would be a graphically inspired womenswear
line. I'd create the silhouette for each piece, and he would do the graphics. I love his work. I
think we could do something amazing together.
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NUDE: If you wanted people to know you by only one thing, what would it be?
Rye: I want to be known as the kid who made his crazy dreams into a reality, and stopped at
nothing to get what he wanted. I also want to be known for loving and caring about everyone
who supports me. Without you guys I would be nowhere.

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Photographed and directed by Tyler Mitchell
Models Miranda Cerney and Skylar Romo

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I want to be known as
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NUDE: Is acting something you always wanted to pursue?
Michael: I've always been inclined to create and perform. I started with singing, and
acting presented itself later as a way to tell stories. I now look at them as symbiotic and I
can't separate them.
NUDE: What’s something not everyone knows about you?
Michael: They might not know that I come from an artistic family and I prefer not to limit
myself to one creative medium. I have always used art as a way to speak my mind and
express my inner world.
NUDE: We heard you also have an EP out and there is more to come. Can you tell us about
that?
Michael: I've created a concept album that will be released in three "phases" as a way to
experience the journey of my personal evolution through music. It begins with
rambunctious youth and potentially dangerous behavior in Regeneration: Phase I (available
now). It ends with complete enlightenment and "Clarity" in Regeneration: Phase III. Each
track has a diferent vibe, sound and narrative to document the changes in the continuum
of the human experience.
NUDE: Do you ever watch shows or movies that you’re in?
Michael: I do, but only in the beginning, when the project is first released. I don't find
myself re-watching past projects very oten. This industry is constantly reminding us to
think about "what's next?" I can't help but be focused on that.
NUDE: How do you prepare for the role of a character?
Michael: While learning and memorizing lines is essential to playing any character, I have
found it most efective to convince the viewer by embodying certain authentic qualities
the character would possess and working within that mindset. I used to get upset about
saying a line incorrectly, but then realized no casting agent is looking for a "memorizer" or
a “reciter." They want to believe you are the person you're pretending to be. I'd like to
believe I've done that.
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NUDE: If you wanted people to know you by only one thing, what would it be?
Michael: That I was an artist, that I existed and my compulsion to create changed the
world in some way.

Photographer Will Navarro
Stylists Alexa Coyne and Danyel Jade
MUAH Fabiola Rodriguez
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Bottom photo: Alex Lange &
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Top let:Kyra Rooney
Top right: Julia Scherek
Bottom let: Grifin Reed
Bottom right: Geneva Natalia
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NUDE: What's one thing you can't live without?
Cara: The sky...and my family and friends of course. Dogs
included.
NUDE: Tell us something not everyone knows about you.
Cara: Fear keeps me from doing things I should have
accomplished already. I feel stuck.
NUDE: What three words best describe your photography?
Cara: Haunting, peaceful, and moody. Sometimes dark.
NUDE: What's your dream photography job?
Cara: To have certain bodies of work at well-known galleries
around the world or in printed magazines - I like things that
are tangible.
NUDE: If you could work with one photographer (living or
dead), who would it be?
Cara: Todd Hido or Francesca Woodman. Both of their
bodies of work give me the chills, in a good way!
NUDE: If you wanted people to know you by only one thing,
what would it be?
Cara: As a person, that I have a big heart. As for my work, as
long as it evokes some kind of feeling, then I'm doing
something right.
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Photographers Cara & Nicholas Tatone
Model Jeanette Pacheco
Clothing American Apparel & models own

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Owner. Printed in California.
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