Homo Sapiens Unadorned

“What spirit is so empty and blind that it cannot recognize the fact that the foot is more noble than the shoe, and skin more beautiful than the garment with which it is clothed?”
–Michelangelo

The unadorned human figure can be lofty (think Sistine Chapel) or low (think local porn shop) and complicated for anyone wanting to explore fine art nude photography . . . reason enough to start a discussion.

More than a website with the usual galleries of photos, this blog/website is a place to talk.

Why is the human form one of the oldest artistic subjects? Why do artists return to the human form, over and over, looking for new expressions?

Why does figurative art still make some of us uncomfortable? Are photographs more explicit somehow than Michaelangelo’s David?

These are all interesting and on-going discussions. Hope you join the CONVERSATION .

Puzzle of a Good Portrait

October 19, 2016 / Jerrie Hurd / Black and White, Classic, Environment, portrait, Uncategorized / No Comments

I have no idea what makes a good portrait. Natural light is best, I think. Relaxed atmosphere–yes. Bottom line: I know a good portrait when I see it but not one moment before. I have a friend who has made a business out of portraiture, but even he goes into every session hoping some magic […]

Moab–What If Environment Is Overwhelming?

September 20, 2016 / Jerrie Hurd / Color, Environment, more than one model, Silhouette, Tips for better photos / No Comments

Went on a photo shoot in Moab with Rick Cummings and several other photographers. Moab is Utah’s red rock playground. The scenery is spectacular. It is large. It can be overwhelming. The challenge is to make great photos that don’t allow the environment to take over. Actually, managing the environment is always a issue. Moab […]

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Homo Sapiens Unadorned–The Idea