What a fantastic, thought-provoking newsletter! I heard it said some years back that the difference between porn and a feature film is ... the lighting! The point is there are so many ways to look at just one subject and bring one's own authenticity and perspective to its interpretation. I stopped worrying that others have already done what I'm doing now, as long as I'm not intentionally trying to copy them. Sooner or later, one does develop a sense of personal style or interpretation, and that leads to fresh vision, even on an "old" visual topic. Thanks as always for the inspiration, Imar.
I agree that it is not necessary to do something new to do something worth doing.
I have appreciated the photos of models whose shape does not fit the recent ideal, but I really appreciate seeing people whose bodies are distinct in other ways. Blotchy skin, scars, and missing parts do not make someone less worthy of being seen.
I completely agree—and I think it’s a beautiful reminder that there are countless origins of beauty.
Some find it in perfection, others in imperfection. For some it’s in the softness of a curve, for others in the tension of a pose. Some are drawn to sensuality, while others feel moved by restraint or raw honesty.
There’s no single definition. Each of us carries our own truth, our own way of seeing and feeling what beauty is. And when we stay open to that, the world—and the work—becomes so much richer.
Now try photographing your magnificent model in motion - show energy, dynamics, expression. Life is not static.
Exquisite! Beautiful women & terrific poses = emotion-evoking architectural lines.
Another magnificent selection! i don’t understand how there can be a ambiguity as to what is a woman! look no further! wow!
What a fantastic, thought-provoking newsletter! I heard it said some years back that the difference between porn and a feature film is ... the lighting! The point is there are so many ways to look at just one subject and bring one's own authenticity and perspective to its interpretation. I stopped worrying that others have already done what I'm doing now, as long as I'm not intentionally trying to copy them. Sooner or later, one does develop a sense of personal style or interpretation, and that leads to fresh vision, even on an "old" visual topic. Thanks as always for the inspiration, Imar.
Thank you for your input Dan!
I agree that it is not necessary to do something new to do something worth doing.
I have appreciated the photos of models whose shape does not fit the recent ideal, but I really appreciate seeing people whose bodies are distinct in other ways. Blotchy skin, scars, and missing parts do not make someone less worthy of being seen.
I completely agree—and I think it’s a beautiful reminder that there are countless origins of beauty.
Some find it in perfection, others in imperfection. For some it’s in the softness of a curve, for others in the tension of a pose. Some are drawn to sensuality, while others feel moved by restraint or raw honesty.
There’s no single definition. Each of us carries our own truth, our own way of seeing and feeling what beauty is. And when we stay open to that, the world—and the work—becomes so much richer.
Great works of art! Love the lighting changes.
So many different takes very beautiful well done
“But is originality the only thing that gives art value? Should we feel disheartened by familiarity? I don’t believe so.”
Thanks, I needed that thought this morning to get through artist block!
Ah.... the mind plays tricks sometimes... maybe even more often! 😉