in their eyes..

"Masuimi Max’s success paved the way for so many models that followed, but the story of her success is a classic tale of how hard work, talent and determination can overcome all challenges"

- Model Mayhem

"We are honored to have featured Masuimi Max in our magazine. Like Bettie Page before her, she has inspired a legion of alternative models to lace up a corset, pull on some stockings and slide into a pair of stilettos. Masuimi is a true "master of disguise" and often makes her own costumes and backgrounds, and is an accomplished fire performer and burlesque dancer. She is a true original in a sea full of copycats, and one of the few models that has made a career out of doing what she loves."

- Danny Stygion editor of Sinical Magazine

"Masuimi Max is a true Bizarre icon, and one of the best models we’ve ever worked with on the magazine. Every shoot we’ve done with Masuimi has been a red-hot classic, and she’s now one of the best-loved models with Bizarre readers – in fact, as Masuimi’s such an inspirational figure, there are thousands of models across the globe who owe their career to her. If it weren’t for Masuimi, the world of alternative modeling would be a much less vibrant and exciting place. And, to top it all off, she’s incredibly good fun to be around, funny as hell, and full of great stories. Masuimi, Bizarre salutes you!"

- David McComb editor of Bizarre Magazine

Masuimi Max is a performance artist and model who has inspired me to do some of my best work. Many of these paintings are in my book “American Geisha,” and she will be in my upcoming book “Malibu Cheesecake.” The way she contorts her body, making her look like a toy, is part of her unique style and energy. Joel and I love her. l will always be painting Masuimi Max!

- Olivia, Pinup art of Olivia De Berardinis

Masuimi Max has single handedly set the standard for up and coming alternative models. Masuimi has the innate ability to morph her image from one dynamic look to the next. It’s always an amazing experience when you shoot with Masuimi Max…. you never know what you’ll get. But it will be amazing… guaranteed.

- Jonny Coffin, Coffin Case

Masuimi Max is an inspirational performance artist who elevates any project she is involved in. Hands down she is today’s top fetish model, yet her greatest strength is her diversity and ability to transcend beyond the fetish world.

- Sean Cummings, Publisher, Alt Magazine

I met Masuimi Max back in 2005 for a shoot, I had no idea what kind of model she was until all my girlfriends told me how jealous they were. Over the years we have shot a ton. She is every photographers dream model, as she understands her body, face and movements perfectly with a non-diva attitude. Just like hanging out with an awesome naked friend. I’m blessed to have so many great photos to share with everyone of Masuimi and hope to make 100′s more in the future.

- Ellen Stagg, The Stagg Party

I’ve looked up to Masuimi since I was 17, I always loved her photos and her doll like looks. If you dont know who this girl is you are crazy. She is an original.

- Raquel Reed

My name is Amber, I have been a huge fan of yours for quite some time…. You have actually been my inspiration to get into modeling. For many years, I figured that I couldn’t possibly become a respected high profile model, being as tattooed as I am; Thank you for letting ladies like myself know that it IS possible… Keep up the fabulous work, and perhaps I could offer you a drink or ten (lol) if ever up in Toronto Kind Regards,

- Amber Van Zitamore

Masuimi, as crazy as this sounds, you really have been an inspiration to me. I was so afraid to just let go and be myself. Then, a couple of years ago, I met you at… was it the key club or whiskey? I was fucking waisted. But you were this bad ass who didn’t give a shit and I decided, “fuck it. She’s enjoying life being herself. I’m going to do it too, damn it!” And I let go after that. I’ve been happier and more comfortable in my skin that I ever have. This is my life and i had been trying to follow my parents and society’s rules. But all that changed after you said this- “It’s my time to rock, bitch!” And then you burped and started laughing. Been your fan ever since.

- Aja

Hi Masuimi!

Hopefully you will get time to read this, I understand that you’re a very busy lady!! I just wanted to mail you and say that you are such an inspiration to me!!! I think you are wonderful! I totally look up to you!! Best Wishes Wendy Hughes

- Jade Orchid

I am a glamour model here in the U.K. You are a true inspiration to me, I love lall your work, your look and your attitude. I haven’t been doing this for long, but I am already loving it. If I ever did a shoot with you, I would be so honoured! I love doing pin up style shoots and g/g especially :] Please please please have a look at my online portfolio. I haven’t had that many shoots, but I’m getting there! I aspire to be as famous and talented as you are one day.

- Louisa

“Why Masuimi is my favorite model: Give her a scene, and she takes it away. She is like a chameleon who can mesh in anything and completely make it her own. The way I have idolized women like Madonna in music, is the way I idolize Masuimi in modeling. These women cannot be held into one particular thing, makes it just too limiting. She is ultimate proof that you can be who you are, turn heads and yes, even shock. Masuimi is not only a woman of complete beauty and style, but a woman of substance and brains. I owe her tremendously for letting me find my own way. rock on MM!”

- Nicole Vasquez Ahumada

Hi Masuimi, I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for all you have done, and why you're an inspiration for my work. As a chracter concept artist I always find it difficult to find a model with good action poses. You my friend stand apart from all the rest of those simple I’m sexy pose models. I want to make characters that are gonna kick your ass. Anyway thank you so much for being an inspiration. As a favor I will be creating a character based on you in my own little fantasy world. It’s the least I can do for all the help you’ve unkowingly given me.

- Pat