I highly enjoyed writing about photography the last time I did it. And seeing the continued good response to it, I thought it was best to discuss another photographer and a certain set of photographs with you. Today is Mario Testino and his towel series. There is something very simplistic to these shots, and the black and white brings touches of sophistication to them. An organic and natural feeling emerges from the shots, allowing the subjects to be captured in a state of undress but a feeling of being comfortable too. I am a real sucker for black and white photography as it oozes class. And there is just something about taking simplicity and making it very good that I glean from these shots. Be the judge yourself, what do you think?
beetleypete said:
Testino is an accomplished photographer indeed.
If you like this sort of thing, you might appreciate Robert Mapplethorpe’s photography.
http://www.mapplethorpe.org/
Regards, Pete.
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vinnieh said:
I have always liked the work of Testino. Appreciate your link to the other photographer. I am always someone who likes to expand my horizons.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
These are indeed very classy Vinnie. I’ve aways had a passion for back and white photography. Whether the photos are of people or things like flowers, back and white allows you to see so much more.
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vinnieh said:
Ever since I can remember, black and white photography has had an impact on me. It reminds me of an old-fashioned style of shot.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
My fad was a professional photohrapher and he did a lot of his shots in black and white.
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vinnieh said:
Oh wow, that sounds very good Kim.
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Rincewind said:
Great shots.
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vinnieh said:
Who knew that people in towels could make for good photos?
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Rincewind said:
Lol… more towels to the people 😆
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vinnieh said:
Towels for everyone.
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vanbytheriver said:
Ah…the beautiful people. ☺
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vinnieh said:
Indeed, they are a sexy bunch.
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Meg Sorick said:
Very nice!
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vinnieh said:
Nothing like sexy people in towels, eh?
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Meg Sorick said:
For realz 😄
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vinnieh said:
Who caught your eye?
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Meg Sorick said:
Well, you started with Ronaldo! But the guy with the cross tattoo is pretty too!
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vinnieh said:
Ah, you have a soft spot for Ronaldo. I have to start he does have n enviable body.
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Meg Sorick said:
Soccer players in general, they’re all lean and yet muscled too. And I think Ronaldo is a pretty good guy, too. Adds to his appeal.
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vinnieh said:
He seems to have a charm that the ladies love.
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Meg Sorick said:
He does!
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vinnieh said:
I’m jealous, wish i had some of that luck.
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Meg Sorick said:
Aw! It doesn’t take luck to win a lady’s heart.
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vinnieh said:
Thanks for that Meg.
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Meg Sorick said:
Don’t worry, you’ll find her!
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vinnieh said:
I’m sure I will.
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fragglerocking said:
Have you seen any of Bryan Adams Photos V~man http://bryanadamsphotography.com
he does some great B&W’s of beautiful people.
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vinnieh said:
Appreciate the link, will give it a look.
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Alok Singhal said:
Agree with you. There is a different class to them!
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vinnieh said:
I can’t put my finger on it, but the classiness emerges.
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ninvoid99 said:
Mmm… that Kristen Stewart pic is gorgeous. I like Testino’s photography.
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vinnieh said:
That is a very sexy shot. Saying that, everyone looks pretty hot.
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keepsmealive said:
I’m all for black and whites. When I did photojournalism and all the dark room work (yes I am old), I loved the black and whites best. Testino is awesome, a great eye.
On another note, this series pleases me because, as Douglas Adams suggested to us all, it’s good to know (at all times) where your towel is.
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vinnieh said:
I love researching photography and different styles. It’s been a while since I took any photos. And yes, it is good to know where your towel is.
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keepsmealive said:
I once attended an exhibit of Karsh’s portraits at the national gallery in Ottawa. I could’ve stood there for days…
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vinnieh said:
Must have been some stellar work.
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keepsmealive said:
Sure was! Good photographs become something more…
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vinnieh said:
I’m always eager to discover more.
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exoticnita54 said:
This one gave me a little stir… ooooh man.
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vinnieh said:
A good stir I hope.
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exoticnita54 said:
Yep 👍.. a very good 😊 one ☝️
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vinnieh said:
Happy to provide you with that.
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exoticnita54 said:
Aaaah you did .. vinnieh
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vinnieh said:
Anytime.
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exoticnita54 said:
You do know how to get a girl juices flowing..
love ❤️ those towel gallery.. and those chests.. I could.. I definitely would…
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vinnieh said:
Well I like that sort of comment. Though my luck with the ladies has never really been that great.
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exoticnita54 said:
Oops..!!!
You should try one ☝️ of those towel photo shots
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vinnieh said:
Haha, I don’t know.
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Kay Taylor said:
I love these, black and white photos have always been a favorite of mine.
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vinnieh said:
Black and white telegraphs a real dimension to photos. There is simply nothing like it.
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David Oliveras Photography said:
Great models. Beautifully captured, sensual images. Well done.
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vinnieh said:
I enjoyed talking about these amazing shots. Wish I had the talent do something like this.
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Nora said:
Definitly sex sells! 😉
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vinnieh said:
It would definitely appear so.
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pauljnr said:
Awesome stuff
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vinnieh said:
Thanks for commenting.
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jessiesthreads said:
So classic and chic! These pics are so classic and so unmistakably Testino. I love it! He is one of the best photographers out there. I especially love the pics he does fof Vogue, like of Gisele Bundchen, for instance. Awesome post, hun! You are a great blogger!
If you want to see some fabulous outfit pairings and fashion show reviews, you should click this link to my blog, view and come and follow me:
https://jessiesthreads.wordpress.com/
It is as unique and as eye-catching as Testino’s work itself!!!
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vinnieh said:
I think they balance sexy and class all in one. He’s a very good photographer of elegance. I just gave your blog a look, very impressive.
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jessiesthreads said:
Thanks hun!!! Yours too.
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vinnieh said:
It’s nice meeting you.
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