A PHOTOGRAPHER has created a unique series taking a look at the people involved in ‘swingers’ lifestyle.

David Haslam, who currently lived in the United States, has spent the last eight months getting to know and photograph the people involved with “swingers” culture in southeast Michigan.

17 Photographer David Haslam spent the last eight months snapping “swingers” in Michigan Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

The 52-year-old has over 30 different people for the series, called Swing Strong, ranging from small gatherings to hotel parties of around 80 people.

Haslam has been a photographer for over 20 years and was looking for an interesting new project when a friend and former swinger challenged him to document their culture.

17 The series is called Swing Strong ranging from small gatherings to hotel parties of around 80 people Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 Swinging is the practice of couples engaging in sex with other partners as a social activity Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 The British-born photographer wanted to document what goes on a “swingers” party Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 He said the swingers he met have regular jobs that stretch across income levels, education levels and fields Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

“I was having lunch with a few friends and discussing future book projects,” said Haslam, who is British-born but moved to America when he was 23-years-old.

“One of the friends, who was an active swinger, challenged me to do a book about the lifestyle. She introduced me to a group of swingers near my area, and the idea took off.

“I had worked with and known this friend for over 15 years.

"She had told me about swinging about 10 years ago quite accidentally, but she had left the lifestyle after marrying a man she met through swinging.”

17 'The men out-number the women at many of these events, and as a result the women always get plenty of action if they want it' Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 Body types range almost as widely Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 The snaps focuses on the swinging lifestyle culture in southeast Michigan Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

Haslam, who is also an author of six books, had no previous experience of what swinging culture was like until he was invited to meet five active female swingers in January this year.

He wanted to get a sense of the people behind this lifestyle and document what goes on a “swingers” party.

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Haslam said: “The swingers I’ve met are people with regular jobs that stretch across income levels, education levels and fields. Body types range almost as widely. There are people with fit bodies, and others with more than a little extra padding.

“The men out-number the women at many of these events, and as a result the women always get plenty of action if they want it. As a matter of fact, the entire culture, at least from what we’ve seen so far, is controlled by the women. No means no. People are protective of the ladies involved. Respect is shown, and if it isn’t, someone shows the person with bad manners the door.

17 Many swingers use the internet to arrange meetings with like-minded people Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 The swinging community is dominated by couples Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 The photographer conducted a survey on the people involved in the culture and through discussions at events Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 He found that women are far more comfortable with the men they meet in the lifestyle compared to men they meet on outside Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 His study also found the level of acceptance of diversity was very high Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

“Many single people are in the lifestyle, as are many couples. Some have been married for years and are using it as a way to spice up their love life. Others are just dating or even have a swing partner that is a friend they attend events with, for convenience and safety. Condoms are used in most cases. I suppose some of the people attending events might be cheating on partners, but the swinging community is dominated by couples.”

Haslam also used the opportunity to conduct a survey on the people involved in the culture and through discussions at events.

He found that women are far more comfortable with the men they meet in the lifestyle compared to men they meet on outside due to the vetting process within the community.

The study also found the level of acceptance of diversity was very high compared to typical American society and friendships became almost “family-like” after being formed trough swinging.

He plans to publish the photos and research into a book, Swing Strong - The Naked Truth of a Secret Lifestyle, starting with a pilot edition.

17 He plans to publish the photos and research into a book, Swing Strong – The Naked Truth of a Secret Lifestyle Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 He says the book will contain responses from surveys, stories contributed by participants and factual information for those unfamiliar with the lifestyle Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 'I think people are curious about swinging and desire a peek into the world, or for those who might be interested in trying it out for themselves' Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

17 Haslam has launched a Kickstarter campaign to help fund the book Credit: David Haslam/Guzelian

Haslam added: “If funded, the book will be a detailed representation of the lifestyle culture in southeast Michigan. It will contain responses from surveys, stories contributed by participants and factual information for those unfamiliar with the lifestyle.

“I think people are curious about swinging and desire a peek into the world, or for those who might be interested in trying it out for themselves. It is also a vehicle for self-expression, both physical and intellectual, by the participants.

“Many of them would not be considered sexy by mainstream standards, yet they exude confidence and sensuality in every aspect. It has been an unexpected benefit to help many individuals portray their sexuality.”

Haslam has launched a Kickstarter campaign to help fund the pilot edition of the book after receiving positive backing from the swingers community.