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info on the event. We asked them to stress that it was a fundraiser for the AIDS Lifecycle and that six of us would be posing naked for anyone who want- ed to a end and do some drawing or take photos. We asked both publica ons to include that there would be free wine and food and indicate that no one would be required to draw or take photos; they were welcome to simply come, grab a seat, and watch each of us undress for their viewing plea- sure. We all agreed to personally invite our non-ar st friends. This turned out to be the more valuable adver sing. Asking guys we knew piqued our inter- est. Responses from my friends ranged from, "I'd see you naked? No thanks." to "OMG I will be there, save me a front-row seat." (And many of my friends did a end.) The reserva ons came rolling in! Some from the two publica ons and many via the invites we ex- tended to our non-ar st friends to come and see us posing naked. And of course to help with the fund- raising! We suggested a $20 dona on but it turned out that just about all of our fi y-six a endees do- nated more. I was the oldest model so the group decided that I'd be the host/MC. I got things started by welcom- ing everyone and invi ng them to come inside and take a seat. The group was fairly quiet as I got up on the posing stand and gave everyone informa on on what to expect. Each of us would pose for about ten minutes before a break. I made sure to thank everyone for coming and I added special thanks to those who donated the wine and goodies. I also ac- knowledged the theatre for allowing us to use their space. As I was talking I rotated so I could be seen by the en re circle and I slowly took off my shirt and then my jeans. That got everyone's a en on and the lowering of my zipper drew some applause. I re- minded the group to feel free to do some drawing (I saw three who brought drawing pads) and to take photos (several men brought high-end cameras but most had their cell phones already in posi on). There were twenty-three men in the audience who I knew socially but who had never seen me naked. I made sure to give them either a wink or a sly smile as I removed my white Calvin briefs. During the next ten minutes, I made sure to give everyone a good front and then back view in my one-minute poses. Never one to be nervous in situa ons like this I au- toma cally provided an erec on for the group's viewing pleasure. Most cameras quickly focused on my crotch so the men could capture me working 'hard' for the evening. The other models then took turns for their moments in the spotlight. They were all seasoned models who enjoyed showing off. The cameras were click- ing away for all of them. And a couple were also delighted to rise for the occasion. (Even the straight one!) A er our wine and nibble intermission, I invited ev- eryone to take their seats for part two which would include each of us posing for fi een minutes. In- stead of remaining on the posing stand, I walked slowly around the circle to offer very close-up views. I paused o en, especially in front of the guys who I knew, and offered various posi ons, front and back, that showed them everything. Their cameras were going crazy. The other models did the same thing as we didn't want anyone to leave without having had the op- portunity to see and capture the details of all of our bodies. While thanking everyone for a ending and for their generous dona ons I announced how much was raised; that brought a good round of applause. I also announced that if anyone wanted to stay a bit longer each of us would be happy to pose for photos for them or with them; several of the guests took us up on that offer. One private thing. I hope that photos from the fundraiser have been widely shared. I get a thrill when pics of me are shared, displayed, or posted online. And I love when my husband and I are out for the evening and bump into men who a ended. All of their comments have been posi ve and they enjoyed showing us photos they had taken. This was a fun and fabulous fundraising event. Con- sider replica ng the idea in your hometown. Help a charity but be sure they approve of your idea in advance as sadly some organiza ons may not want the money raised by a group of naked guys. If you want to brainstorm and get sugges ons regarding what worked and didn't work for us contact me. When you do an event please let me know! And in- vite me as I'd love to drop my Calvins on your pos- ing stand. I hope you enjoy my monthly column. If nudity, exhibi onism, or voyeurism are issues you'd like to chat about here's my email: stuauthor@gmail. com. If you would like some photos from sessions I've posed for just ask me (and indicate your age). There's no fee for subscribers. Thanks. Stu Diversity Rules Magazine | May 2023 | 7

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