Musical performances are often seen as spaces where people can express themselves and explore their sexual desires. From rock concerts to Broadway shows, music has the power to stir up emotions and...
Sexual trauma is a difficult subject to discuss and write about. Playwrights often explore it through their work, but they may have limited options for showing its effects due to censorship...
A photographer, when taking pictures, is often faced with the decision between artificial and natural light. While artificial light can be easily controlled and manipulated, it also comes at the cost...
A Brief History of Purely
Purely was founded in 2010 by publisher Steven Hirsch, who had previously published Hustler magazine. The publication is known for its high production values, featuring...
Artistic Direction: Making Purely Magazine Stand Out in the Erotic Publishing Industry
Artistic Direction: Making Purely Magazine Stand Out in the Erotic Publishing Industry is a unique...
Visual Style and Photography
In this blog post, I will explain what visual style is and how it relates to photography. Visual style refers to the way photographers present their images. It...
The cinematic techniques used in editorial photography are similar to those used in filmmaking. Editorial photographers often employ narrative arcs, character development, and dramatic lighting to...
Behind-the-Scenes Look at Styling
The styling process for every shoot is an intricate one that requires attention to detail, creativity, and technical expertise. The purpose of this article is to...
Shadow photography is an artistic technique that involves using shadows to create stunning images. It's a way for photographers to add depth and dimension to their photos, and it can be used to...
The experimental nature of photography allows photographers to manipulate the medium in endless ways, one of which is through lighting. For a recent issue of the magazine, I explored how colored...