He is most fascinated by the human body - its varieties, aesthetics and its expressiveness. When he looks at people, he looks at their different characteristics and imagines how he would photograph them. Everyone has an interesting story that can be told in body language; every human form has its own aesthetic beauty. The naked body enables Schmude to look at someone in all honesty. Stripped of clothing, what remains is a pure, true performance. Playing with light and shadows can bring out the hidden aesthetic characteristics of people that are often not seen or recognized. It always fascinates him when, in front of the camera, his models rediscover their own aesthetics or become aware of them. Photography is not about perfection: imperfections make interesting images.