Publications
"She was born with a port-wine stain on her face, but she's never been insecure about it. In fact, Tessa Schiethart has built her work around it and is now helping other women to embrace their imperfections.” – Vrouw Magazine
AD Magazine
HLN Magazine
‘On Instagram she shows how beautiful she looks.’ - LINDA
Universiteit Leiden
Libelle Magazine
Linda Magazine
Haarlems Dagblad
&C Magazine
PF Photography Magazine
AD Magazine
Brock Elbank Photography
Marie Claire Magazine
Photo Vogue
Linda Magazine
Podcasts
Project Inner
Child
Model Tessa Schiethart over schoonheid
Listen here (dutch)
In September, 2022, Tessa's first book was published at Kosmos Uitgevers (Utrecht/Antwerp). In her book, she reveals her story of living with a visible difference and offers tools to look at our own body and that of others with compassionate eyes. She writes about her experiences of medical setbacks and shows how we can find unconditional trust in what our body does. This book is an ode to the love for our body, an inner quest for dealing with visibility, sight and insight, and self-acceptance. A true reminder of the unique wisdom that the body contains. An inspiring story about an insighful woman's life, diversity and self-acceptance.
For now in Dutch.
Tessa's book "Zien en Gezien Worden" by Tessa Schiethart delves into the themes of visibility, self-acceptance, and body positivity. Schiethart, who was born with a visible birthmark on her face, reflects on her personal experiences of navigating life with an "unusual" appearance. She offers insights into embracing one's physical uniqueness and how society views differences. The book is both a memoir and a guide, providing readers with tools for compassionate self-acceptance and cultivating a healthy relationship with their bodies.
Schiethart also discusses the emotional and psychological aspects of visibility and the societal pressures around beauty standards. She combines her personal story with a broader message of diversity and acceptance, making the book a source of empowerment for individuals who feel "seen" in ways they might not choose, due to their appearance or other factors.
