For some strange unexplained reason,I have a strong urge to do a series on the human anatomy. To do nudes - to put it bluntly.
Do not consider this as some pervert need to see the naked human body.That is hardly what attracts me to this interesting subject in photography.What does interest me,is the form and the figures.I have always been fascinated with portraits.Somewhere,portraits and nudes are inter-linked.An expression of the sheer joy of physicality.
There is something about the human skin and the way light strikes it.The curves,the lines,the texture.The most efficient and complex thing on earth.It's an unexplored subject,despite the volumes that has been researched,discovered,written and painted or photographed about it.
Everyone perceives their body differently.Some shy away,some flaunt it.Some are hesitant,some confident.People are fat,thin.Or just ok.They are hairy or bald. Skinny or fleshy - Human anatomy is perfection in its complexities.
I recall this book I read on the right types of clothes women should wear according to their body shapes by Susannah and Trinny.The book was divided into different sections,each describing the kind of clothes that would suit a type of body part.For instance,people with broad shoulders and slim shoulders.The pages which displayed the title of each of these sections had a picture of a nude female,displaying only that part of the body,as suggested by the title.The pictures were so beautiful -all shot in black and white.They were aesthetic and tasteful.In no way was the model's face or expression shown.It did not compromise on her modesty or allure with her sexuality.There were absolutely no sexual undertones.Simply a picture of a part of the human body,beautifully and artistically displayed.The shades,the tones,the lighting was so impressive,that it has left a mark on my mind.It is my inspiration,should I ever get down to doing this series.
However,*sigh*,it's a mean task.Mostly,because it requires a model who is bold enough and who can completely shed inhibitions along with the clothes.Besides,it also requires strength/courage on the photographer's part.In the neo-conservative times we live in,it is still difficult for the masses to accept the beauty of nudity.
But alas, what is a photographer's worth if he cannot display his work?
(Photograph courtesy : - found new pictures of nude pregnant women.Brilliance! on maternitybykoren)
Do not consider this as some pervert need to see the naked human body.That is hardly what attracts me to this interesting subject in photography.What does interest me,is the form and the figures.I have always been fascinated with portraits.Somewhere,portraits and nudes are inter-linked.An expression of the sheer joy of physicality.
There is something about the human skin and the way light strikes it.The curves,the lines,the texture.The most efficient and complex thing on earth.It's an unexplored subject,despite the volumes that has been researched,discovered,written and painted or photographed about it.
Everyone perceives their body differently.Some shy away,some flaunt it.Some are hesitant,some confident.People are fat,thin.Or just ok.They are hairy or bald. Skinny or fleshy - Human anatomy is perfection in its complexities.
I recall this book I read on the right types of clothes women should wear according to their body shapes by Susannah and Trinny.The book was divided into different sections,each describing the kind of clothes that would suit a type of body part.For instance,people with broad shoulders and slim shoulders.The pages which displayed the title of each of these sections had a picture of a nude female,displaying only that part of the body,as suggested by the title.The pictures were so beautiful -all shot in black and white.They were aesthetic and tasteful.In no way was the model's face or expression shown.It did not compromise on her modesty or allure with her sexuality.There were absolutely no sexual undertones.Simply a picture of a part of the human body,beautifully and artistically displayed.The shades,the tones,the lighting was so impressive,that it has left a mark on my mind.It is my inspiration,should I ever get down to doing this series.However,*sigh*,it's a mean task.Mostly,because it requires a model who is bold enough and who can completely shed inhibitions along with the clothes.Besides,it also requires strength/courage on the photographer's part.In the neo-conservative times we live in,it is still difficult for the masses to accept the beauty of nudity.
But alas, what is a photographer's worth if he cannot display his work?
(Photograph courtesy : - found new pictures of nude pregnant women.Brilliance! on maternitybykoren)
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