Use of Poetic Captions
Many photo spreads are accompanied by short poetic lines, often written by the models or guest writers, These fragments add atmosphere, emotion, and introspection to the...
Embraces Humor and Whimsy
The art of photography has many different facets, including traditional portraiture, documentary, landscape, macro, architectural, and more. One unique aspect of this...
Eye contact is an important part of any form of communication, but when it comes to photography, it can be even more powerful. In photography, eye contact is used to create a connection between the...
Lollypops is an independent magazine based out of Los Angeles that produces high quality erotic photography and artistic writing, capturing the raw beauty of sex through lush, emotional images. In...
Handmade Props and Sets
In an era of digital shortcuts, Lollypops often commissions physical props and handcrafted sets, This DIY aspect contributes to the tactile, intimate aesthetic that the...
As a fashion photographer, I know that colors matter. They can convey a wide range of emotions and set the tone for each shoot.
When shooting an intimate portrait of two lovers, I might choose...
Chiaroscuro is an artistic technique that involves the manipulation of light and shadow to create contrasting effects. This can be used to accentuate certain features or details within a painting,...
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...
Collaborative Erotic Projects
Lascivia frequently supports collaborative projects between photographers, writers, and stylists—blending visions to create multifaceted erotica, These collaborations...
Photography as Caress: Touch Through Light
In photography, there is a concept called "touch" that refers to the way the photographer interacts with their subject. It involves more than just...