Tell Me I'm Beautiful

will rub this with Lavender Oils he he

Notable :O

once i had my back like these but it was for some nail scratches during sex... however.. pain and pleasure stay so close together... nice pic

Lucky! ;)

lovely

Your beautiful, Diana

Before I say anything, I want to make it clear that I am having a great time in Italy. I'm feeling loads better, trust me. But there are some things a simple vacation cannot reverse, such as my insecurity and anger. I'm not begging for attention, I just need my outlet, thank you.

Please don't ask stupid questions or make even more stupid assumptions. And especially don't comment if you're going to tell me to 'stop whining' or 'you need help' (again, don't make assumptions). If it bothers you that much, click the "BACK" button and make all of us happier.

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Elizabeth Salib says:

Horrendously sad..
How did you do this? And are some of those real scars?
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

lumendipity says:

you're beautiful :)
very strong portrait.. I like the composition and the lighting, very intense and expressive!

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

evil waffles says:

*hugs*
No assumptions made. ^^ <3
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

evil waffles says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called **Beautiful Concepts**, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

obo-bobolina says:

i thnk you're beautiful. great image. x
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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

the little sparrow says:

You ARE beautiful .
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

inez indigo says:

You're beautiful!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Elif Neslihan says:

Actually i have to congratulate you. Cause this photo is more than words. You're giving the feeling so strong and i think i have to fav. it. <3
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Ricardo Machado says:

interesting.
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

dcschaub says:

fantastic, powerful image!
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Ms. Pants says:

Though I don't comment often, yours are photos that I always view larger. Your thumbnails don't do your photos justice. I'm perpetually in awe of the introspection and maturity in your photos. You have a real gift.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Luis R. says:

sexy

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Garryjames [deleted] says:

I don't know why but this turns me on ! must be rough sex, does this make me Bad ? lol lol
great work as usual :) :) :)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

josepy... says:

Easy enough, yes You are Beautiful

Take Care
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

-angel, [deleted] says:

powerful. moving. haunting. raw. just perfect. <3
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Jaime Frias Gutiérrez says:

Es una foto genial :)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Katie.Fierce says:

this is gorgeous! your such a wonderful photographer

and very beautiful!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

YinYang711 [deleted] says:

Very powerful image!!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Elliot J. says:

this is a strong image. Lovely. You are beautiful.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Sophie Monosmith says:

ouch, those are nasty scratches. beautiful concept, and beautiful you. :) no assumptions.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Gonzalo Magutti. says:

ousch!

perfect!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

D Kwon photography says:

Wow.

Very strong.

<3333 it. :]

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

cecillielopata says:

there's something so raw and intense about it.great shot.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

twix024 says:

gorgeous lighting.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

still_burn_his_lips [deleted] says:

a very strong and intense picture

i like it

(absolutely no assumptions, just respect)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Sentient.appeal [deleted] says:

The title is somewhat very beautiful.
I couldn't catch where in Italy exactly you are?
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Diana Pinto says:

I'm near Venice., in a town called Abano.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Stefanie Ryan Photography says:

Beautiful emotional portrait. The shadows are just perfect
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Eternal ☼ Sunshine says:

very touchy...
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Behind 12 Strings says:

full of emotion.
hope you are having fun
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Betelgeuse_sis [MD ha!] says:

wow! beautiful photograph :)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

AnaLuciaJimenez says:

Hey!
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

daryldarko says:

stay strong and be gentle... follow your truth. <3
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

531 says:

You are design.

COME WITH US.
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

Sekator says:

it's so touching! i love emotional pics like this...great work!
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

Jaqueline Vanek says:

You are beautiful :)... don't ever think you are not!
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

WoMooMoW says:

Great selfportrait! It's you, and you're beautiful!
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

suburban contessa says:

you are beautiful. it bears repeating.

this image touched me because I have eczema that comes up every now and again and my chest is one of the places. it itches so bad that i could tear it up scratching in no time.

really love this!
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

_Paolo_ says:

when an image talks a lot... (no assumption at all, only speacking about image non photographer ;-))) )
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

Olive Bordello says:

strong image.
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

parade in the sky says:

intense.... and beautiful.

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Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

Fotografía Artística says:

Your image remember me the old happening images....

You are beatuful!
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

innita says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called ginotropia, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

Re✫rVieWmiRRr says:

You are beautiful!

Take care
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

Brenda Chenowith says:

I simply had to comment on this one.
pain is beautiful. a terrible beauty is born.
your work here is great.
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

miss.illusionphotography says:

Poignant photo.
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

photomastergreg says:

I had to make this a favorite. You obviousely understand what I often feel inside. You are beautiful in more ways than one. Any time you need to talk to someone, please feel free to drop me a line. I am a sufferer too. Thank You so much for your courage and honesty!

Greg
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

maldoror is dead dead dead ... says:

hmmmm... i think yes... more read De Sade and will be all ok, dear :)
Posted 30 months ago. ( permalink )

kellirosebr says:

one of the most thought-provoking and gripping photos ive ever seen.
youre beautiful.
Posted 29 months ago. ( permalink )

__multifaceted says:

great concept. i love the impact it has
Posted 29 months ago. ( permalink )

xXxXxBoNeZxXxXx says:

Very very
Posted 29 months ago. ( permalink )

operatedgirl says:

greate picture, very intense
Posted 29 months ago. ( permalink )

♥Floppy♥ says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Simply Beautiful, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.

this is very beautiful. and photography is an awsome way to get some fo those feelings out of your system. sometimes it brings out feelings you didnt even realise that you had in you. great job =)
Posted 29 months ago. ( permalink )

escapingtoinertia says:

You are.

You are.
Posted 29 months ago. ( permalink )

Slow Cheetah says:

you are.
i stopped cutting myself more or less a year ago... it is strange.
Posted 28 months ago. ( permalink )

Diana Pinto says:

It's strange deciding whether or not I actually want to stop....
Posted 28 months ago. ( permalink )

Slow Cheetah says:

well, i had to.... it was utterly necessary.
Posted 28 months ago. ( permalink )

Kalliope Amorphous [deleted] says:

This is poetry. *hugs*
Posted 28 months ago. ( permalink )

babymowgli16 says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Self-Destruction, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 28 months ago. ( permalink )

nynewe says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Harsh Girls, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 28 months ago. ( permalink )

jenerade says:

A very strong image.
Posted 27 months ago. ( permalink )

illiterate cell says:

A sensual saddness
Beautiful lighting
You are;
beautiful, amazing
thank you for sharing
<3
Posted 26 months ago. ( permalink )

Dyelbi says:

Your beautiful!!!

Strong. And sexy!!
Posted 26 months ago. ( permalink )

prissy_tom_boy says:

It is sad....I have been there too though. Hang in there it gets better......
Posted 25 months ago. ( permalink )

aristarionne says:

It made me feel better that I found this. I was feeling a low coming on and decided to search some pictures.. and thank you, Diana. Thank you.
Posted 24 months ago. ( permalink )

Diana Pinto says:

The pleasure is mine, m'dear. :)
Posted 24 months ago. ( permalink )

Michele Krankkala says:

i think i may have the same thing. i scratch myself at night and i have many scars
Posted 24 months ago. ( permalink )

imperceptibles says:

You're gorgeous, and i loved the pic :)
Posted 21 months ago. ( permalink )

picsonthefritz says:

wow!
Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )

vampiresarespiffy says:

i think your wonderful. such amazing photos you have. and i think a little outlet is ok.
Posted 19 months ago. ( permalink )

La Bella Sandra Photography says:

This reminds me of a Dresden Dolls song that i truelly connected with... When I was your age i felt the same...

BAD HABBIT

Biting keeps your words at bay
Tending to the sores that stay
Happiness is just a gash away
When i open a familiar scar
Pain goes shooting like a star
Comfort hasn't failed to follow so far...

And you might say it's self-indulgent
You might say its self-destructive
But, you see, it's more productive
Than if i were to be healthy

& pens and penknives take the blame
Crane my neck & scratch my name
But the ugly marks
Are worth the momentary gain...
When i jab a sharpened object in
Choirs of angels seem to sing
Hymns of hate in memorandum

And you might say it's self-indulgent
And you might say it's self-destructive
But, you see, it's more productive
Than if i were to be happy

And sappy songs about sex and cheating
Bland accounts of two lovers meeting
Make me want to give mankind a beating

And you might say it's self-destructive
But, you see, i'd kick the bucket
Sixty times before i'd kick the habit

And as the skin rips off i cherish the revolting thought
That even if i quit
There's not a chance in hell i'd stop
And anyone can see the signs
Mittens in the summertime
Thank you for your pity, you are too kind

And you might say its self-inflicted
But you see that's contradictive
Why on earth would anyone practice self destruction?

And pain opinions are sitcom feeding
They dont know that their minds are teething
Makes me want to give mankind a beating

I'm tried bandages and sinking
I've tried gloves and even thinking
I've tried vaseline
I've tried everything
And no-one cares if your back is bleeding
They're concerned with their hair receding
Looking back it was all maltreating
Every thought that occurred misleading

Makes me want to give myself a beating....
Posted 18 months ago. ( permalink )

=Ryuuzaki+Julio= | Fashion Photography says:

There is a few people only that really lives life scratching the surface of everyday, they need to feel alive and they would be the most happy on earth or the most sad also, its a way of living to the intense our own life, I guess that is called passion, impresive shot, Bravo!
Posted 17 months ago. ( permalink )

|psykhe| says:

You're beautiful. For sure you are. Because of your pain, because of your strength. You're beautiful because of you.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

kpouk [deleted] says:

hits home.
beautiful.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

the domestic goddess1 says:

Honest and true.
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

blank_infinity says:

really intense shot but...amazing
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Ms Me says:

Thanks for showing. If we learn to share our loneliness we will not be so unreal lonely. Keep on make it real.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Ms Me says:

Life
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Philipp Berndt! says:

i have 4 words for you..

1. beau
2. ti
3. ful
4. shot

take care :)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

beloved bowtie says:

I just realized I think this is the first photo I ever saw of yours. It's still one of my all-time favorites. You're beautiful and I feel lucky to know you. Have a great time in SF, dahling!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Diana Pinto says:

I feel the same way about you! Enjoy Martha's Vineyard, I know nothing about it but I'm sure you'll paint the town. =D
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Allablur says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Flaunt the Imperfection, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

heartshapedhell says:

Fantastic photo.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

_Paolo_ says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Aporia, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

Aigor!! says:

it's a very strong image! of great impact, I added it to my gallery
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

unique.duplicate says:

Your work is amazing, as you may be able to tell, I am quite the little fan!
This photo works on so many levels. Not only are all of the elements perfect, but it can strike deep for so many people. Tears literally came to my eyes when I saw this because it not only inspired some of my photos, but I can feel it and it brings out so many emotions.
I am actually honored when I see something from you on my photo stream, so thank you for not being one of the amazing photographers that knows they are amazing and doesn't give a shit about their fans.

Ack. I'm pitiful!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Diana Pinto says:

You're not pitiful! You're really sweet and I can't tell you how much it means to me to hear you say that. I'm honored that you like what I do because I put a lot into it, and to know that it means something to you makes my year!! So thank you. =D
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

unique.duplicate says:

Haha anytime!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

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