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Eye Candy: A Work of Art

When model and men's physique competitor Ryan Neal isn't perfecting his body in the gym, he likes to write a little poetry and travel the world. How do we love thee? Let us count the ways!
By Charli Penn · Updated October 27, 2020
01
Midwestern Dreams

Neal hails from Detroit, Michigan although right now he calls New York City home.

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Ernest Montgomery for Lee Studios
02
The Perfect Catch

“I believe that you never give up, never giving in mentality is one of the great pillars of stability and stability is important to most, if not all, women,” says Neal insisting that he’s really the perfect catch.

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Thomas Synnamon Photography
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So Beautiful

Excuse us for a moment. This photo just left us breathless and now it’s hard to concentrate.

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Justin Robinson Photography
04
Crazy Days and Nights

Neal loves the fast-paced life of New York City. “It’s unforgiving; it’s crazy,” he says.

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JR Christiansen Studio
05
My Kind Of Lady

“A confident, intelligent, loyal and God fearing woman is sexy to me,” says Neal. “If she possesses all those qualities, and she has curves, all the better.”

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Thomas Synnamon Photography
06
The Art Of Love

This photograph is a work of art. My, my, my!

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Ernest Montgomery for Lee Studios
07
It All Falls Down

“My resiliency makes me the perfect catch because we will all fall down, but those of us that get back up and keeping moving forward will enjoy life and succeed,” says Neal.

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Justin Robinson Photography
08
#MCM

Don’t hide, gorgeous. We’re loving everything about you. #MCM

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Justin Robinson Photography
09
Put It Down

“Most of my cooking is for function to maintain and build lean muscle mass, but I have been known to put it down on the grill when I prepare a mean, perfectly-seasoned steak,” Neal admits.

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Kito Franceschin Photography
10
Father Figure

No kids yet for this sexy model, but he does tell us he’s looking forward to being a father one day.

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Ernest Montgomery for Lee Studios
11
Schedule Us In

Neal enjoys nights out at the bar with close friends. Cutie, can we get on your schedule?

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Ernest Montgomery for Lee Studios
12
Muscle Madness

We’re crazy for Neal’s super sexy and solid physique. Can you catch your breath yet? (We’re still having trouble!)

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Ernest Montgomery for Lee Studios
13
Get Into it

“I am an adventurous, fitness focused, goof ball,” Neal jokes. We can get with that, sexy.

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Ernest Montgomery for Lee Studios
14
The Bold and the Brave

“I once rode through the African jungle on a motorcycle wearing just shorts, a t-shirt, some sandals and holding a bag of Twizzlers,” Neal shares. “Now that I think about it, that was kind of stupid being that the closest hospital was a day away and the Liberian jungle is home to over 24 different species of Mambas, which just happens to be one of the most aggressive poisonous snakes in the world.”

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Kito Franceschin Photography
15
Be My Inspiration

“I love pushing myself to the max to create the best physique possible,” Neal admits. “I love inspiring others to look and feel their best as well.”

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Natalie DeVore Photography
16
Social Butterfly

“I enjoy going different places, trying different things, and meeting new, and interesting people,” social butterfly Neal shares.

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Photography By Lakani Lao
17
Live, Laugh, Love!

“I am very easy going and silly,” says Neal. “I love to laugh and enjoy life.” We’re still busy enjoying you, Ryan.

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
Photography By Lakani Lao
18
It’s Complicated

“I’m not one to kiss and tell, but let’s just say my love life is complicated,” says Neal.

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Courtesy of Ryan Neal
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Attention Grabber

“I love a woman with curves,” Neal admits. “If she is down-to-earth and enjoys laughing and trying new things, she is definitely a woman that will get my attention.”

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Kito Franceschin Photography
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Say Hey

Did you enjoy getting to know Neal as much as we did? Leave him a little comment love below! Follow him on Twitter or Instagram for more great shots.

Eye Candy: A Work of Art
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