Frequently Asked Questions
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BARE is a creative brand and publication founded by photographer Josh Kobayashi, focused on exploring sensuality, confidence, and design through photography and storytelling.
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The BARE Issue is the digital publication and membership side of BARE — featuring new photo sets, visual essays, and behind-the-scenes content released regularly.
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Members receive unlimited access to every photo set, behind-the-scenes content, early access to product drops, member-only discounts, and exclusive invitations to creative collaborations and future events.
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New photo sets and features are released regularly — typically every couple weeks — to keep The BARE Issue evolving and alive.
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Yes, absolutely. You can cancel your subscription at any time with no hidden fees. Your access will remain active until the end of your billing period.
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While BARE focuses on sensuality and the human form, the content shown is not meant to be overly explicit or objectifying. The work is art-driven, intimate, and human — rooted in design, emotion, and storytelling.
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BARE combines fine-art photography, editorial design, and authentic storytelling. It’s not about performance or perfection — it’s about presence, confidence, and emotion.
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BARE was founded and is creatively directed by Josh Kobayashi, a photographer exploring the art of being seen through light, texture, and tone.
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Yes. BARE thrives on collaboration. Models, artists, and creatives are encouraged to reach out with stories or themes they’d like to explore. Visit the SUBMIT page for more information.
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Currently, BARE works on a collaborative basis. Models receive full access to all final images and a lifetime full access membership to BARE.
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Yes. BARE offers a growing collection of physical products — including prints, collectibles, and limited-edition design pieces that expand the brand beyond the screen.
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You can sign up directly through our website. Just choose a monthly or annual plan and unlock access instantly.
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Yes — membership includes full access to the archive of all past and future photo sets within The BARE Issue.
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“Bare” is about more than skin — it’s about honesty, confidence, and freedom. It’s the art of feeling seen, not exposed.