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This book is stunning. Every detail of The Mansion is so well curated and beautifully captured in these photos! Tanya's amazing visual story telling is perfectly complimented by Adrian's lens.

#1 on my want list for the new year, and happy to now have on the coffee table, to remind how beautiful and enchanting the Darling Mansion, Toronto, really is. This stunning book had me at the front and back cover. Cover girl Tanya Grossi and each of the models bring to life the lens of Adrian Holmes. Bravo.

Masterful work, both from the photographer and editor / publisher. If you have never experienced the Darling Mansion or you're an astute follower of the visual artist Adrian Holmes this is a treat and an awe-inspiring record of years of fine art & glamour images throughout the Mansion, capturing many of the finest fine art models of yesterday and today.

Absolutely love

Darling Nudes Vol. 1 is an exquisitely curated celebration of the human form, blending artistry and intimacy with striking confidence and grace, making this volume an unforgettable visual experience. Looking forward to vol 2!

Beautiful Place, Beautiful Book... Highly Recommend to all the Art lovers and dreamers.

The darling mansion is a special place in Toronto that represents artistic expression, culture, inclusion, and freedom. The photography, the spaces, and the models in the book are all stunning. I’m so grateful to own this special work of art.

Darling Nudes Vol.1 is my favourite coffee table book in this genre. Adrian Holmes' photographs celebrate the ornate rooms of the Darling Mansion & the artistry of the nudes in a seamless and inspiring manner.

The Darling Nudes is far more than a photography book - it is a lush, intimate celebration of femininity, artistry, and the magic that happens when creativity meets a truly extraordinary space.

Conceived and curated by Tanya Grossi, who also graces the cover, the enigmatic Madam of The Darling Mansion, this collection captures women in their most authentic, empowered, and elegantly vulnerable forms. Each image is a testament to Grossi's ability to see beauty not as a performance, but as an essence.

Set against the backdrop of the legendary Darling Mansion - a Toronto gem tucked into a charming neighbourhood - each photograph becomes a story within a story. The Mansion itself is a character; eclectic, otherworldly, and steeped in artistic legacy. Its themed rooms, with their intoxicating mix of whimsy, history, and theatrical charm, give every portrait a sense of mystery and wonder. You don't just look at the pages, you feel drawn inside them, room by room, mood by mood.

This is the kind of book that belongs on any coffee table, not only for its aesthetic elegance but for the conversations it inspires. It celebrates diversity, individuality, and the intimate connection between subject and space. Tanya's vision elevated nude portraits into something deeply human; confident, expressive and full of heart.

The Darling Mansion itself is mythic within Toronto's arts and entertainment sphere. A place where creativity is not merely encouraged but amplified. To step inside is to be transported, and Tanya's hospitality is as unforgettable as the rooms she curated. Her presence, both tender and bold, influences every page of this book. She has curated a sanctuary that reshaped how visitors, artists, and now readers approach any destination; with curiosity, reverence and a willingness to be transformed.

The Darling Nudes captures the spirit of that sanctuary. It is thrilling, intimate, and beautifully crafted - a visual love letter to the power of women, the allure of place, and the unique magic that happens when the two intertwine. This book isn't merely seen; it's experienced. And like the Darling Mansion itself, it lingers in the imagination long after you've put it down.

I cannot wait for volume 2.

I am blown away by this book! Not only are the images stunning but the Darling Mansion is front and centre. It is stunning documentation of 10 years of creativity. As an Artist in residence I am honoured to be included in these pages. I have my copies!!

This book is a true celebration of creative vision, craftsmanship, and trust.

I’m incredibly grateful to Tanya Grossi—owner and founder of The Darling Mansion, and the creative force behind Darling Nudes—for her vision, direction, and generosity throughout this project. Tanya shaped every detail with intention, soul, and courage.

Highly recommended for collectors, art lovers, and anyone who values beauty, storytelling, and craftsmanship.

Gorgeous and sexy coffee table photography book.
Bought it for my girlfriend.
She loves it!