Celebrating The Human Form: 11 Nudes at Home
Growing up, I was always drawn to nude drawings and photography. I thrived in my college figure drawing class, and it was in that safe space where I learned that drawing and appreciating nude works made me feel more comfortable in my own skin. Unlike magazines and TV, the people being depicted in contemporary paintings and photography […]
Growing up, I was always drawn to nude drawings and photography. I thrived in my college figure drawing class, and it was in that safe space where I learned that drawing and appreciating nude works made me feel more comfortable in my own skin. Unlike magazines and TV, the people being depicted in contemporary paintings and photography felt real — they had imperfect bodies and quirks and details that felt relatable, not aspirational. While I think nude artwork has political, social, gender and identity-related implications that are complicated and highly personal (I could talk about that aspect for days), I think appreciating the human body in any form that feels comfortable and safe for both parties (the person being depicted and the viewer) is a beautiful thing. So today I’m sharing 11 of my favorite nudes, from contemporary to classic artworks in interiors. xo, grace Image above: Lauren and Frank’s Kansas City Home combines custom wallpaper (drawn by Frank) and “Skinny Dippers” artwork by Rebecca Clarke.Â
Image above: A vintage nude painting is highlighted in Mary’s Philadelphia living r...
Growing up, I was always drawn to nude drawings and photography. I thrived in my college figure drawing class, and it was in that safe space where I learned that drawing and appreciating nude works made me feel more comfortable in my own skin. Unlike magazines and TV, the people being depicted in contemporary paintings and photography felt real — they had imperfect bodies and quirks and details that felt relatable, not aspirational. While I think nude artwork has political, social, gender and identity-related implications that are complicated and highly personal (I could talk about that aspect for days), I think appreciating the human body in any form that feels comfortable and safe for both parties (the person being depicted and the viewer) is a beautiful thing. So today I’m sharing 11 of my favorite nudes, from contemporary to classic artworks in interiors. xo, grace Image above: Lauren and Frank’s Kansas City Home combines custom wallpaper (drawn by Frank) and “Skinny Dippers” artwork by Rebecca Clarke.Â
Image above: A vintage nude painting is highlighted in Mary’s Philadelphia living r...
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