Honorable Mention
Mystical reverie
DESCRIPTION
In the evocative picture, the model, Svetlana, stands as an ethereal figure, fully enveloped in a medical bandage, akin to those used for burn treatment. The studio setting is classical, with a black backdrop that accentuates the surreal composition. Cascades of fleece descend from the ceiling, surrounding her body and blurred to create a dreamlike ambiance. This scene is reminiscent of a vision from a reverie, where the boundaries of reality and imagination blur.Svetlana, one of the most talented models I have had the pleasure of working with, is presented not through the lens of seduction or eroticism, but through the unique and haunting contours of her body. The bandage cloaks her body, hiding and revealing in equal measure, with her breasts presented in a subtle, non-erotic manner and her hands delicately concealing her intimate area.
The choice of fleece and medical bandage serves to evoke multiple layers of interpretation. The bandage might symbolize healing, protection, or the scars of past experiences, suggesting a narrative of recovery and strength. The fleece, soft and dreamlike, contrasts with the clinical rigidity of the bandage, creating a juxtaposition that invites viewers to ponder the interplay between fantasy and reality.
This picture captures a dreamscape where Svetlana emerges as a spectral presence, embodying both fragility and fortitude. The blurred fleece envelops her like mist in a dream, adding an element of otherworldly mystery. This dream could signify a desire to connect with an idealized form of human grace and tenacity, untainted by the trappings of physical charm. The theme revolves around the subconscious exploration of beauty, resilience, and the deeper, non-physical essence of human presence.
AUTHOR
Eric is a French amateur photographer who is often considered an artist due to his international awards and his distinctive approach to nude photography. For over 20 years, he has explored the sensual beauty of the female form. Germany, Hungary, and Croatia are the main countries where he creates his art.His pictures have been printed in respected magazines, books, and catalogues from contests and exhibitions, and have also been shown in four exhibitions - both solo and group - highlighting his presence within the photography community. Eric’s artistic development has been shaped by collaborations and mentorships - from early technical training with German photographer Arboulan to a deepening artistic sensibility under Hungarian artists Szeni Jung and Sandor Benkoe, who continues to coach him.
Eric’s approach combines refined technique with emotional depth. While he has done a great deal of studio work in the past, he now prefers to shoot outdoors, embracing natural light. His style transcends conventional eroticism to feature models in stories and narratives that don’t focus on nudity, while both revealing and concealing their nude form.
Having worked with over 100 amateur models, Eric’s work is a passionate dialogue between artist and model, where sensuality and emotional truth meet. The best way to describe his passion is through the words of Richard Avedon: “If a day goes by without my doing something related to photography, it’s as though I’ve neglected something essential to my existence, as though I had forgotten to wake up.”
