The Art of Ed

Every once in a while I am contacted by a model that awakens the creativity of my photographic vision. This is the case with Ed Barron the feature model of this posting. I had seen some of Ed's prior work and knew that he was an active figure model for several art schools. Figure models are use to modeling nude but some have a reservation about nude sensual modeling. I knew that Ed had seen my work, so I pleasantly accepted his offer and the results was more than I could ask for.
The Leap of Faith

Searching for the Slope

At the beginning of a photo session , at least for mine, there is usually an adjustment period of getting a feel for the energy of the model and the model getting a feel for my vision. Though my style is masculine sensuality, or male sensuality, I do tailor each of my session to the person in front of the camera. I do this whether its a model or a private client. Doing this gives me a connection to the person and it shows in the results.

1) Red for Bedtime
2) More than a Tease
3) Exploding Passion
Ed and I shot two sessions. We did the series with the red robe and red underwear against a black background ( my favorite) and that led to what I call the red passion series we did with the large red drape. The second session lasted for about 5 hours and none of the time was wasted.

1) Sophisticated Passion
2) The Dance
3) Red Roman Passion
4) Passion's Red Flash

Red Passion " The Twist"

Red Passion in Black and White.

Sensuality and the Bust of Pla

This image was made on the first day of shooting. The bust is by Tampa artist Pla, and the sensuality was a surprise to both of us. When I shoot a session I try to create a sensuous atmosphere. Sometimes it works better than others. This was one of those times.
Completing the Arch

This image was produced during our first session. The difficulty and beauty of the pose speaks for itself, which is why I tried to keep the setting as simple as possible. We shot this position several times during the two days with different backgrounds. This is my favorite because of the feeling of purity that it projects.
Evening Anticipation (above)
1) Black Abstract
2) Red Passion in Black and White
3) Touch by the Rays
4) Quiet Repose


1) A Gentleman's Cane
2) Halfway
3) Remembrance of Prior Time
The setting in the the images above was to portray a evening alone thinking about the pleasure of being with the someone who was not there. Ed was the first person I shot in that setting. I have shot a couple of more sessions with both models and private client in this setting, but Ed owns it.

1) The Completed Arch on Black
2) Stand of a Man
3) Above the Art
4) Natural Feel
But still in the long run what Ed brought out in me was portraying the beauty of the natural male body. The body of a man that works out at the gym 5 times a week is easy to appreciate and should be appreciated. Ed has a natural build that brings with it an innate beauty through form and pose.
Angles of Direction (above)

1) Flight of Ed
2)Untouchable Passion
3) The Introduction
As the second day progressed through different color backgrounds and settings the desire to see Ed in natural light took over. The results were the same. Spectacular. The natural light brought out a more sensual nature in ED and I must say I was both impressed and pleased.
An Uplifting Smile
Rising Urge

I must say that working with Ed was both a growing experience and a wonderful experience. Since our first two sessions I worked with Ed on a duo shoot with Rick Conrad ( see prior posting) and the results were beautiful. I look forward to working with both of them again. Ed is great to work with and if you need a figure model to shoot as a solo or you would like Ed to pose with you at the studio, you will never regret hiring his services.

Joseph Ransom
The model in the ad above , Fernando, will be the feature of my next posting. Remember whether you are a model or someone who wants some intimate photos get in touch with me. You wont regret it.

Daniel has been one of my favorite models to work with. From his first session in baggy shorts and a T shirt to now performing as a second model with some of the studio's private portfolio clients as in the image above , Daniel is an excellent combination of sensuality, beauty, and grace. Click on any image to enlarge and enjoy it.
The image above is from his last photo session at the studio for his portfolios on Model Mayhem and Model Coast. He has so much material that it is difficult for him to decide what to post next. With all the work he has done n his first year he will definitely be featured in my upcoming photo book.
Daniel is a great model for fashion with his long slender frame and beautiful face. I look forward to doing some fashion sessions with him in the future if I can get him to put on clothes. As with a lot of models Daniel was hesitant about nude modeling. I told him that when he was ready he would know. When he finally told me he was ready, I was so shocked that I was not ready.

From the implied nude shots above to the sensuous images below Daniels poses are always beautiful. His long legs and arms, beautiful hands and feet, seem to always be in the right place.

Daniel did the ad for me above for the relaunch of BAGman. The images below are from areas around Tampa. We will be doing more location shoots this year. I think the studio has gotten to comfortable for both model and photographer. Its time for a challenge.

The image above was the beginning of a long stretch of artistic photo sessions that I did with Daniel. The images speak for themselves. Enough said.



I hope that in the future Daniel gets the chance to model for other photographers and artist. In the meantime I hope that he will continue to work with me in my model photography and sessions with my private clients.

A lot of my clients for my intimate photography service are in their 40's and 50's. The joy of working with these men is to see them go from reserved to expressing their true sexual being. A couple of weeks ago I had a visit by model Rick Conrad who was very much in touch with his sexual being.
We started the photo session with rick in gray sweat pants against a red background. We took some images with the sweat pants fully on and then in various stages of coming off. The contrast of the gray sweats off of the red was great, but it was Rick showing various emotions through this set that made it work. Rick it truly masculine sensuality on display.
For the second set we switched to a black background. We took some fully nude shots, some in gray shorts , and some in winter gear.
The image below has Rick in a black fur hat. The hat is hard to make out but everything else is in plain view.
Rick was such a wonderful model to work with because he was willing to trust all the directions I was giving him. I am especially fond of the image of Rick in the ski shades. The image is both erotic and artistic.
I change the lighting. I had Rick sit down, stand up, sit on something different, and through it he performed like the professional he is.
I wanted to also to make sure we had some well lite images on a light color set. The image below was taken on a solid wooden pedestal with an off white background. The simplicity, his facial expression, and impressive erection made for a fantastic shot.

The last set we used was an office setting. Our vision was this could be the man you are doing business with... If you are lucky. Look for future posting of this session as we take a look at each set separately.
In the meantime visit the studio and see what type of images you can create.

Joseph

Marcello is one of the most wonderful models I have had the pleasure of working with. During a three hour session we did fashion, casual, and intimate photos. I had seen pictures of him before he arrived but I was stunned with how beautiful he was in person.

Marcello has a classic beauty. He has a very warm smile and beautiful skin. He had a shyness about him that shows in his pictures that makes him the more enduring.
We did a set with Marcello in board shorts and a set with him in casual shorts and a green silk sweater. When I suggested that we do some commando shots, I was pleasantly surprised that he agreed. He had trimmed pubic hair that added a nice touch to the photos.
What really caught my eye was the last set we did on the silk couch. He displayed innocence, seductiveness, sensuality. Through it All it was his beauty that shows through.
More than just a joy to work with, Marcello has to be one of the most beautiful models, inside and out, that I have had the pleasure to work with.

You can see more of my work at Modelcoast
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and also on Model Mayhem
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