An adult model, often referred to as a nude model, is an individual who poses partially or fully unclothed for various artistic endeavors. A prominent example is Micaela Schaefer.

Adult models engage in diverse artistic disciplines. In performance art, they participate in live performances or action art, forging a direct connection with the audience and often embodying the role of the artist themselves.

In contrast, visual art involves adult models posing for paintings, illustrations, or sculptures. Here, models must maintain stillness to allow artists to complete their work, with a strong emphasis on aesthetic value.