Jim52-Photoworks

I've done a number of new shoots since Covid loosened its grip on things; I just don't know where to post any of it. Flickr had been a good environment because you could control who could see and who could comment on any post. But Flickr has now started charging photographers to post mature work (while the wankers get to see it for free), so it's out. The overall environment here has declined so precipitously (trolls, wankers, IP theft, self-appointed morality police, along with Eclipse foibles), that I wouldn't even consider posting uncensored nudes on DA. I feel like my vision, skills and my editing (as well as my equipment) have all improved significantly. My work is also much edgier than it used to be. Perhaps Model Society is a place where I can display some select works.

A recent post by @phydeau about editing led me to explore some additional approaches (and steps) in my editing. I think it's a big improvement. Thanks Eric, you helped more than you know!

Once again there is a tragic death in the world of art models. This was a model I hadn't actually connected with for a shoot, but had had some correspondence with. I was utterly saddened to hear of her passing, so much so that I felt stunned for a period of time before I was able to collect myself enough to comment. The total tragedy of it all is overwhelming. R. I. P. Life is so short - live it while you can. Note: Please no "who was she?" or speculative commentary on the circumstances. Be respectful. I don't want this to be an opportunity for idle chatter about a sad event.