Candyland
Autor Elizabeth Watermanen Limba Engleză Hardback – 30 sep 2024
“Goddesses of sex and light, fully owning their own bodies and sexuality with innate empowerment.” This is how photographer Elizabeth Waterman describes the female adult entertainers featured in Candyland, a series of colorful and vibrant portraits designed to capture the unique personalities of the subjects. The actresses were very much a part of the creative process, adding their own ideas to create playful images celebrating their individual beauty and charisma. Waterman’s previous book, Moneygame, an acclaimed photographic depiction of the world of strip clubs across the USA, inspired her to invite some of America’s leading porn stars to take part in a project which reflects them through a female lens, shot against vibrant, sunlit Southern Californian settings. “I liked showing them in deliciousness, excess, and fun and glory,” said Waterman. “The porn stars that I photographed were happy to be doing what they were doing, they loved having sex and they were good at it.”
Candyland features a foreword by Stormy Daniels.
Candyland features a foreword by Stormy Daniels.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781916846425
ISBN-10: 1916846424
Pagini: 128
Ilustrații: 80
Dimensiuni: 210 x 270 x 16 mm
Greutate: 0.91 kg
Editura: Unicorn Publishing Group
Colecția Unicorn Publishing Group
ISBN-10: 1916846424
Pagini: 128
Ilustrații: 80
Dimensiuni: 210 x 270 x 16 mm
Greutate: 0.91 kg
Editura: Unicorn Publishing Group
Colecția Unicorn Publishing Group
Recenzii
Elizabeth is known for shining a light on and advocating for the women that make up the world of pornography, pole dancing and other elements of the sex industry. She’s a diligent and passionate cataloguer and in some ways legitimizer of a “seedy underbelly” that everyone seems to consume, but no one wants to accept. Candyland is not just an exploration of a woman’s body, but of our sexuality. How would an adult film star perform if they weren’t being directed? Candyland is the perfect answer to that question. It’s a reminder that there is a little bit of goddess in us all. Stormy Daniels
In Candyland, Waterman transcends the superficial allure of the sex industry to reveal the humanity and agency of her subjects. Through her lens we witness not just eroticism, but empowerment; not just beauty, but resilience. Her collection challenges viewers to confront biases and assumptions, and recognize the strength and individuality of these women. Waterman’s photography serves as a beacon of liberation, an invitation to embrace a paradigm where sexuality is celebrated, and every woman is worthy of admiration. Bridgette Redman
Candyland succeeds…because it’s authentic, it’s original, and every part of its creation comes from an artist who is genuinely passionate about all aspects of her work, down to the smallest details. Elizabeth is very original in her visual style. Her work is unique. I’ve never seen what she’s created replicated, which makes her projects very special.
Elizabeth had a vision, but at the end of the day she wanted me to feel like my most beautiful self―she heard me when I told her which outfits I felt my best in and which poses made me feel most confident. And I live for that. I’m a firm believer that if your performers are comfortable and happy, the project will come out 10/10. Kenzie Reeves
In Candyland, Waterman transcends the superficial allure of the sex industry to reveal the humanity and agency of her subjects. Through her lens we witness not just eroticism, but empowerment; not just beauty, but resilience. Her collection challenges viewers to confront biases and assumptions, and recognize the strength and individuality of these women. Waterman’s photography serves as a beacon of liberation, an invitation to embrace a paradigm where sexuality is celebrated, and every woman is worthy of admiration. Bridgette Redman
Candyland succeeds…because it’s authentic, it’s original, and every part of its creation comes from an artist who is genuinely passionate about all aspects of her work, down to the smallest details. Elizabeth is very original in her visual style. Her work is unique. I’ve never seen what she’s created replicated, which makes her projects very special.
Elizabeth had a vision, but at the end of the day she wanted me to feel like my most beautiful self―she heard me when I told her which outfits I felt my best in and which poses made me feel most confident. And I live for that. I’m a firm believer that if your performers are comfortable and happy, the project will come out 10/10. Kenzie Reeves
Waterman’s work brings together 24 adult film stars for a fantastical exploration of autonomy, collaboration, and feminine power. The result is a series of photographs that merge camp aesthetics with the creative output of empowered artists in control of their narratives...At its core, Candyland is a celebration of creative collaboration. Waterman’s approach captures the charisma of each performer, intertwining their personal style with her distinct red-and-pink color palette. The images themselves are playful yet serious, sensual yet strategic, offering a nuanced exploration of power dynamics...Candyland is a visual feast, but Waterman urges viewers to engage beyond the images. “Even though the photos are so tantalizing, reading the copy is important. It may sound simple, but it’s easy to be mesmerized by them,” she advises. The photographs represent not just a celebration of beauty and sexuality but also a statement about the power of self-representation. With Candyland, Waterman offers more than just a collection of portraits. It’s a celebration of autonomy, creativity, and the beauty of women embracing their power on their own terms. KENDALL KRANTZ, WHITEHOT MAGAZINE
Notă biografică
Los Angeles-based Elizabeth Waterman is an American fine art photographer. A through line in her distinctive body of work is the depiction of the ongoing metamorphosis of artists and performers of many genres. Her images explore female sexuality, sex work, strippers, obsessions, and portraits of artists. Waterman’s style has been called both transcendent and transformative. Elegantly composed, it is infused with directness and authenticity. Born in Taos, New Mexico, Waterman holds a B.A. in Fine Art from the University of Southern California.