The Series albums were introduced to showcase collections of images centered around specific themes. These albums feature dozens of variations of a single concept, highlighting alternative facial features, styles, and perspectives while maintaining a cohesive theme. This approach offers an opportunity to explore creative interpretations within a consistent subject matter.
What Makes Series albums different?
The images in the Series albums are intentionally repetitive yet distinct, emphasizing subtle differences in style, emotion, and perspective. They are not exact duplicates but variations that reflect the creative exploration of the theme. This methodology encourages viewers to reflect on the nuances of human expression and connection captured in these images.
What makes the Series albums different from all the other variations of images spread throughout the albums is that for a Series album to be created, I consider having more than 50 good variations of the same theme or image, ensuring a rich exploration of the concept. In contrast, other albums on the site, such as the Conceptual or Mixed ones, may feature similar images, but Series Albums emphasize a cohesive collection of over 50 variations within the same theme.
Focus and Themes
I usually aim to avoid using very young subjects or children in photorealistic concepts or AI-generated work, as my primary focus and preferred aesthetic center on young adults to older adult subjects, and also, late teenagers on the verge of adulthood. However, on rare occasions, images featuring younger subjects are generated accidentally. In some instances, I’ve chosen to include these images because they align with the aesthetic or thematic goals of the series, adding a lighter or more tender tone where appropriate.
Love and Tenderness Series
This series focuses on the universal concept of love, transcending definitions tied to sexuality or specific relationships. The images depict subjects sharing intimate, affectionate moments, such as a kiss on the lips—a symbol of tenderness rather than sexuality.
The subjects can be interpreted as brothers, twins, friends (for the younger subjects), but also as lovers, particularly in the case of young adult or late teenage subjects. This reflects the idea of brotherly love and self-love. By sharing similar physical features, they convey the message that loving oneself is integral to loving others. While most subjects are male, this choice aims to challenge societal norms that associate male affection with weakness. The contrast between their plus-size physiques and the societal perception of emotional vulnerability underscores the strength found in genuine affection.
Ice Cream Series
A playful and heartwarming series, this album captures pairs of subjects sharing an ice cream. The act of sharing a sweet treat, combined with close-up framing, evokes feelings of joy and connection. Inspired in part by the whimsical style of Anne Leibovitz, these images depict subjects as siblings, twins or friends, radiating an atmosphere of cheerful intimacy.
Boxing Series
Divided into two series, this collection celebrates the raw intensity of boxing while incorporating lighter, unexpected elements. The Close-Up series focuses on close-ups, emphasizing the subjects’ eyes, faces, and boxing gloves to convey determination and intensity. The Action series captures dynamic poses in cinematic settings, portraying the sport’s aesthetic.
While primarily featuring adults, the inclusion of some younger-looking subjects creates a striking contrast. The juxtaposition of youthful innocence with the perceived violence of boxing adds a thought-provoking layer to the imagery.
Masquerade Series
This album shifts focus to older female subjects, celebrating their beauty, mystery, and individuality. Adorned in dark jewelry and lace masks, the subjects exude a timeless elegance that defies stereotypes about aging. The imagery alternates between studio and urban settings, symbolizing the contrast between comfort and rebellion. The masks serve as metaphors for the hidden layers of lived experiences, challenging conventional notions of aging.
Midnight Mistress Series
This series highlights plus-size female subjects, emphasizing their sensuality, mystery, and timeless allure. The imagery alternates between younger and older women, blending studio and gritty urban settings to create a striking aesthetic. The album’s dark tones and sensual poses dismantle societal myths about beauty and body image, showcasing the confidence and magnetism of plus-size individuals.
Patched Heroes
A vibrant collection of close-up portraits showcasing plus-size men, young and older, wearing superhero costumes pieced together from multiple iconic characters. These patched designs reflect a sense of resilience and individuality, offering a playful yet poignant commentary on the idea of heroism and imperfection.
Rococo Fantasy
Inspired by the grandeur of Rococo aesthetics, a richly styled series of images capturing teenage to young adult males in Rococo-inspired fashion and settings. This series blends close-ups and full-body portraits, with a particular focus on plus-size subjects, while also incorporating a few other body types. The result is a striking juxtaposition of opulent 18th-century aesthetics with diverse modern body representations, reminiscent of high-fashion photography. With a mix of close-ups and full-body portraits, the imagery balances elegance with a modern touch, offering a glimpse of timeless beauty.
Oceans
A deeply introspective series featuring plus-size teenage and early adult males floating in the ocean, with only their necks and heads above water. The minimalistic imagery focuses on the vastness of the sea, evoking a somber, reflective mood that invites the viewer to contemplate themes of introspection, solitude and vulnerability.
Winter Bloom
Set amidst fields of roses or poppies in a stark winter atmosphere, this series features younger plus-size men in fields of roses or poppies set against a stark winter backdrop. Draped in dark shawls, the subjects embody a somber yet striking contrast between the vibrant reds of the flowers and the muted tones of the winter landscape. The imagery plays with contrasts of red, black, and dark green to create a mood of melancholy and explores the beauty in adversity.
Angels in Black And White
A vintage-inspired collection of black-and-white portraits featuring plus-size men of various ages adorned in angelic costumes and feathers. Drawing from the aesthetics of the 1920s and 1930s, the series conveys a hauntingly ethereal quality, creating a timeless, noir-like atmosphere with a focus on dark and moody tones.
Angels in Color
Complementing its monochrome counterpart, this series brings angelic imagery to life in color, featuring plus-size men in timeless costumes. The use of a retro palette enhances the ethereal quality, blending mystery and nostalgia. The photos are intentionally untethered from any specific era, further adding to their charm.
Dames
This album, just ike the Masquerade one, also shifts focus to older female subjects, celebrating again their beauty, mystery, and individuality. Sometimes adorned in jewelry and fancy hats, the subjects exude a timeless elegance that defies stereotypes about aging regardless of their background.
Thematic Goals of Series Albums
Each Series Album serves as a visual narrative, exploring themes of love, connection, beauty, and self-expression. The repetition and variation within each series allow viewers to delve deeper into the core concept, uncovering new interpretations and emotions with every image.
Through these collections, I aim to:
- Foster a deeper understanding of human connections and emotions.
- Challenge societal stereotypes about gender, age, and body image.
- Encourage viewers to smile, reflect, and connect with their own emotions.
These Series are explorations of themes that resonate universally. By blending artistic vision with creative exploration, I aim to create works that spark joy, provoke thought, and inspire connection. Whether it’s the tenderness of shared affection, the intensity of boxing, or the mystery of masquerade, each series invites you to see the world through a fresh lens—and perhaps even discover a bit of yourself in the process.
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