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The Female Nude Part 4: Accessories and Props
An accessory can be defined as an object that adorns the female model, such as an item of clothing/jewellery, and a prop is any other moveable object included in the photo for example a shapely mannequin placed behind the female nude model to imitate her naked figure. Accessories and Props (A&Ps) are usually of minor importance to the main image of the nude model in terms of artistic subject matter but they do add great value to the erotic photo. In fact A&Ps can inspire and define the whole shoot, the main look and its composition, and of course, the resultant erotic image of the sensual female nude photograph.
A&P have been used for centuries, in paintings, to help tell a story. They were symbolic sometimes allegorical. Ciphers were commonly used to interpret or exaggerate the sitter’s character, an example being; Holbein’s use of an apple within his painting signified intellectual knowledge and therefore this was meant to enhance the intellect of the sitter.
Although A&Ps are not essential for the creation of female nude photographs, they can add to the dynamics of the photograph by heightening the eroticism of the image. A&Ps can be literally anything and even several at once can compliment each other, for example a recent Steve DT female nude photograph consisted of the nude model, an office jacket with a tie and a small round coffee table. Basically A&Ps can provide whatever you feel the picture needs.
Probable popular A&Ps are: high heels / stockings / fishnet stay ups / gloves / mask / shawl (or a wrap) / feather boa / chair (varied designs) / divan / ladder.
A&Ps provide something for the model to respond to and interact with, and can stimulate the progress of the shoot. For example, the Venetian mask is a timeless classic; firstly it obscures the female’s identity and suggests other worldliness, and secondly the mask is an arresting accessory in itself as this emphasises the sensual seductive nature of the model’s eyes.
A&Ps do not have to be expensive, and as a photographer I’m often seen at either a bric-a-brac market stall, some second hand markets or a few discount shops browsing and buying the odd interesting (and sometimes strange) objects which are destined to be used as A&Ps. It’s worth noting that A&Ps can and do lie for the camera, for example, a cheap plastic gold chain will look great on screen, as the camera can’t tell the difference from the real thing. Therefore it’s possible to be economic where possible.
However you might wish to use a particular expensive object as a prop from a shop you are acquainted with, why not ask the owner if you could borrow it for a short period in exchange for a print from the female nude shoot. As they say “Nothing ventured, nothing gained”.
Beware that A&Ps can be overused from one studio shoot to the next, so it’s good idea to try out as many different ones as possible, unless you are creating a series based around certain A&Ps, for example, the ‘Nude in Heels’, and even here, you might consider using a variety of heels.
I’m sure that there are photographers like me that have what could be described as either a treasure trove of A&Ps or a roomful of jumble items (depending on you or your partner’s point of view). In time there will be an opportunity to use some of these objects (possibly bought on a whim ages ago). That object will suddenly become essential, and with the right model, lighting etc, the erotic photographic idea perfectly comes together.
At the shoot, don’t be afraid to use some of the time to experiment with a variety of A&Ps, as this could be an exciting challenge to stimulate the imagination, which could lead to a creative explosion of an unexpected collection of sensual female nude photos, for both the photographer and the model, and of course, the viewer. (If you intend to experiment with a prop or two, remember to plan and allot some of your studio time to it).
The viewer depends on the photographer’s imagination to present something interesting, stimulating and unexpected. This can be achieved by using a familiar prop in an unfamiliar way, for example I have a fan to cover up the body to create a very striking image.
The only rule for an accessory or a prop is that it has to have a purpose in the composition. If it’s not adding to the photo, then leave it out.
Good Planning produces Great Results.
About the Author
Steve DT is a social erotic photographer, writer & web designer of sdtfoto. Visit his site to view examples of sensual erotic photography with a social edge, as shown on the net today. Steve DT has exhibited his erotic nude photography internationally and has also been published in numerous magazines and books. The erotic photography presented here is in the best artistic taste and his site has been in existence since 2002.
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