Kara Neko by David Jay

Kara Neko, the New York based muse, model and guardian angel of the neighborhood felines, captured by David Jay in all her bedazzling beauty.

Photography: David Jay for Stalker Magazine

Kara Neko by Kristen Wrzesniewski

Kara Neko by Kristen Wrzesniewski

Kara on the carpet

Kara Neko by creative rehab

Kara Neko by Jonathan Waiter

Portrait series of Kara Neko by Jonathan Waiter

I don’t think about this term “muse” very much. I don’t photograph my lovers. I’m not interested in exploring the many facets of a single person. In fact, I rarely photograph anyone more than once. Its not part of what I do.

Kara is a very rare exception. My relationship with her is much more visceral and complex. I do consider her a muse. I have real love for her. Working with her is a much different process for me. My intentions are totally transformed, and usually purely instinctual. My pictures are about her. This is significant because my pictures are usually about me.
jonathanwaiter