A world champion free runner has admitted it was “life or death” as he climbed London’s skyline naked for a series of photographs.
Tim Shieff, 26, scaled buildings around Oxford Street, Bond Street, Canada Water and Barbican for the limited edition prints that will raise money for the Jamie Oliver Food Foundation.
Shieff, who won the Barclaycard World Freerun Championship in 2009, came up with the idea after doing a similar shoot in Greece.
He was photographed over four days last November by fellow parkour expert Jason Paul.
Naked free runner
Shieff said: “These shots would not have been possible for a normal photographer.
“Not only did he need to climb too, but he also understands body positioning and posture.
“It was dangerous at times. We couldn’t get permission from a lot of the buildings, so while the reaction was great from people who spotted us, some security guards were not happy.
“There were moments when you learn you are stronger than you think. Many situations were life or death.”
Eight of the images can be bought as limited edition prints for between £100 and £600 at www.beautifulcrime.com.
