A Glimpse into My Former Life as a Freelance Model

Hey there, friends! Today, I want to take a moment to share a little about my past life as a freelance model before I became the Orlando mom you know today. It’s a part of my journey that still makes me smile and reflect on the experiences that shaped me.

The Early Days

I started modeling in my twenties, primarily working with local photographers. At first, I was a bit nervous. Posing in front of the camera wasn’t something I had ever imagined I would do! But the moment I stepped in front of the lens, something clicked. I felt empowered and confident.

I remember one of my first maternity shoots. I was hired to model for a photographer who specialized in capturing the beauty of pregnancy. We shot in a beautiful garden in Winter Park, surrounded by blooming flowers. I was 7 months pregnant with Lily at the time. The photographer encouraged me to embrace the moment, and as I cradled my baby bump, I felt a deep connection to my growing child. The photos turned out stunning, and I loved how they captured that special time in my life.

Finding My Niche

As the years went on, I found my niche working with boudoir photographers. It’s amazing how liberating it can feel to celebrate your body and femininity! I learned to embrace my own body and appreciate every part of me.

I still have those photos, and they remind me of the confidence I felt during that time. Even though I never became a famous model, I made a good living. It was a unique way to express myself while enjoying the art of photography. You can probably see my photos on 50+ boudoir websites in Florida. Here’s a photo from one of my favorite photographers to work with from around 2012.

Molly Barker, modeling at Melbourne beach. Photo by Michael Jones at Sin Boudoir.

No shame here.

Balancing Life and Modeling

Juggling modeling with life as a mom was sometimes tricky. I often had to fit shoots around my family’s schedule. I remember one day, I had a maternity session booked for the afternoon. I rushed home from taking Emma to school, quickly changed outfits, and dashed out the door while my husband, James, managed the kids.

After a successful shoot, I returned home to find Jimmy had painted the living room wall with crayon. It was chaos, but it made me laugh. That day was a perfect reminder that life is about balance—finding those moments of joy amid the craziness.

Turning 40 and Moving On

When I turned 40, I made the decision to step back from modeling. It felt like the right time. My priorities shifted toward family, and I wanted to focus on being the best mom I could be. Looking back, I cherish all the experiences and people I met along the way.

The modeling world taught me so much about self-love and confidence. It’s amazing how those lessons still resonate with me today, especially as I navigate motherhood and all its challenges.


So, there you have it—a little peek into my former life as a freelance model! While I may not be in front of the camera anymore, I carry those experiences with me as I embrace my role as an Orlando mom. Life is a beautiful journey, and I can’t wait to see where it takes me next!

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