She said she'd never taken any photos like this. She wouldn't even model for her boyfriend in such a manner. My trip to Venice Beach with Basil Navas was a mixture of bravery, laughter, and shyness. Men want to stare at these wonderful creatures. Sometimes, you turn the camera towards an unwanted onlooker and they run away. Sometimes, they themselves strike a pose. Either way, my friends, I feel your pain. In fact, I may have the worst case of this obsession.