Photograph of the Day > Alexander Skarsgård by Steven Klein

Was getting my daily feed of hot guys at homotography.blogspot.com and was utterly captivated by Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgard in this wonderfully sexy shoot by the one-and-only Steven Klein. I must admit when I saw him in Lady Gaga's Paparazzi music video 2 years ago I wasn't completely sold by the guy however after watching True Blood (OMG his acting and mere presence is a pleasure to watch!) and now seeing this incredible shoot I am blown away! It's been a while since I've done 'Photograph of the Day' and this shoot is most deserving of that title... plus what better photograph to get me back in my regular features! The True Blood star is styled by Karl Templer and is photographed for the June/July issue of Interview magazine. He is joined by model Crystal Renn. I wish I could get my hands on this magazine where I live so if you can.. get it! :D

Source: Homotography

Further Reading: Interview Magazine  /   Steven Klein Studio   /   IMDb: Alexander Skarsgård   /   Models.com: Karl Templer

M.A.S.H

CRUSH: Jared Leto - The Guardian Q&A

Stephen Hawking, Cocaine, Computer Chips and Karaoke... the Life of Leto.

Since seeing 30 Seconds to Mars (Leto is the front man) amazing concert on Friday night at Cardiff's International Arena, I've been a typical girl and been 'obsessing' about Jared Leto all day (though my love for Leto has been around for at least 3 years). So I decided to create a 'Crush' column and post about people I love (aka have crushed on) haha. I was browsing through his blog: 

http://jaredleto.com/thisiswhoireallyam and came across this Q&A style interview with Leto from The Guardian (source) from Dec 2009. Though it may be fairly old, this made my day. He's so awesome, would love to meet him one day! 

Photo source 'Real Men Wear Skirts' - 'How awesome!!' =P

What is your earliest memory?

Fireworks and a wolf.

When were you happiest?

I'm hoping that hasn't happened yet.

Which living person do you most admire, and why?

Stephen Hawking – a great example of triumph in the face of adversity.

What is the trait you most deplore in yourself?

The need to sleep.

What is the trait you most deplore in others?

Sycophancy.

What was your most embarrassing moment?

It had to do with karaoke and Eye Of The Tiger.

Property aside, what's the most expensive thing you've bought?

Collectively, as a band, we paid for and built our own recording studio.

What would your super power be?

The power to wipe out greed.

What makes you unhappy?

Obvious and uncontrollable machiavellian tendencies.

What do you most dislike about your appearance?

The computer chip in the back of my brain.

If you could bring something extinct back to life, what would you choose?

Megalodon.

Who would play you in the film of your life?

Robert Pattinson, Zac Efron, Gary Coleman or Christopher Walken.

What is your most unappealing habit?

A relentless pursuit of perfection.

What is your favourite smell?

A campfire.

What is your favourite book?

The Catcher In The Rye.

What would be your fancy dress costume of choice?

Authentic period Genghis Khan body armour or the original Ziggy Stardust outfit.

What is the worst thing anyone's said to you?

Anything that is a lie.

Cat or dog?

Wolf.

What is your guiltiest pleasure?

Art.

What do you owe your parents?

My blood and bones.

To whom would you most like to say sorry, and why?

The planet, for the horrible way we have all treated it.

Who would you invite to your dream dinner party?

God, the devil – and Natalie Portman.

Which words or phrases do you most overuse?

"One more time…"

What is the worst job you've done?

Dishwasher when I was 12.

When did you last cry, and why?

It was a fight with some onions. I lost.

What is the closest you've come to death?

It had to do with a gun and some cocaine. The golden days of youth…

What song would you like played at your funeral?

Sigur Rós Untitled #1 or anything by Aphex Twin.

How would you like to be remembered?

I wouldn't.

What is the most important lesson life has taught you?

That many things are not as big a deal as they seem in the moment.

Photograph of the Day > Lara Stone by Mert & Marcus

This photo was published in Interview magazine Sept 2010 issue and though it may be mid Nov you may think I'm slow at blogging this editorial. However this photo has been in my mind all morning and thought I'd blog as my 'Photograph of the Day'. This was the photo that influenced me to spend my last fiver on a magazine (which is imported from the US so therefore a little more expensive to buy in UK) rather than spend on lunch at the Tate Modern in Sept. Fashion over food is a rare occurance for me but recently I've been splurging so much on magazine, I can't get enough of them!

Mert & Marcus are amazing photographers and I featured the duo as my first 'Artist of the Week'. I must admit Lara Stone has an unusual beauty with a sexual appeal like no other. When I first saw her in magazines and ad campaigns, I wasn't blown away however over time she's become an amazing supermodel and is like a chameleon adapting whatver style and story thrown at her. This photo is very liberating and the colours are stunning. I like how you cannot see her face and its more of a sihouette. This pose looks like she's a comic book hero and is about to jump off the building with her 'cape' but the soft colours in the sky and the translucent coat creates a serene setting which is beautiful. This editorial is called 'The Chronicles of Lara'. I love Mert & Marcus!

Source: Touchpuppet & Interview Magazine

(NSFW) To see uncensored click on the source links above

See mores from this shoot:

The Naked Violence by Mert & Marcus ft. Naomi Campbell

So I had posted this entry before however I accidentally deleted this, so I'm posting again. :(

I love these photos by talented duo, Mert & Marcus of Naomi Campbell. I'm not too keen on Campbell however she looks stunning here. The storyline is also very intriguing, brutal yet strangely sexy. This is something you would see from Steven Klein however M&M have embraced sex & violence into fashion. The concept was Russian-Mafia inspired and you can see positions of torture but also sensuality. Like the photo below, a naked bloody man looks like his neck is dislocated but between Campbell's legs. The setting is also amazing and the dark teal/turquoise tones adds to the atmosphere. The angles are very interesting and would be one of the best editorials from Interview Magazine this year.

Source: Homotography

Read More: Naomi Campbell, Interview Magazine

Sexy Mannequin Shots of Megan Fox by Craig McDean

Not your typical fashion shoot! But when is great fashion photography ever typical!? These awesome shots of Megan Fox by amazing photographer Craig McDean are certainly captivating, sexy and demands your attention. Fox oozes sex appeal and wasn't hard to capture this side to her however Craig McDean adds an interesting narrative to this which makes these images more than photos you'd gaze upon in awe.

Her expression is angelic yet sultry; how does she do this!?!

Watch the short video to this editorial by Craig McDean, music by Charlotte Gainsbourg, for Interview Magazine.


I love this shoot especially photo below. Megan Fox certainly looks sexy here, but two Mrs Foxs is double the fun. Although this may be a playful, sensual image there is an underlying message to this; confrontation with oneself and facing up to 'who you are'. She holds the mannequin's replica of her own face with force and anger however there is sexual tension? Also the mannequin's wrists has chains on holding black rubber gloves suggesting a BDSM element. intensifying the sexual content.

The dominatrix jet black bob, porcelain skin and luscious red lips makes this shoot charged with sexual energy.

She's spooning herself!?!

And straddling herself!?!

This shoot uses a lot of underlying sexual content!

Plays on vanity; does she love or hate herself?

Is she secretly obsessed with herself. She holds her own hand as if she needs comfort or longing lust.

She goes on top and blindfolds herself!?!

I love the styling, fashion and make up. This is one of the best Interview editorials I've seen. Shot for June/July 2010 issue.

Craig McDean Photography

Source: Fashiontography

Photograph of the Day > Daria Werbowy by Mikael Jansson

This photograph is certainly erotically charged with litres of oil used on the models and a moody blue lighting. Some might describe this image as a soft orgy or just a fun 'black' club with a gorgeous hot white model in the centre of attention, yes, Daria Werbowy is certainly in the house. She's my favourite model and simply oozes sex appeal and her figure is to die for. This photograph certainly commanded my attention due to the great story behind this editorial and it isn't simply a model standing still in a studio. All the models has a interesting story to tell behind their expression; from the two female models on the right about to kiss to the black woman peeping up from the bottom of the frame with a pained/pleasured expression on her face; this is a vivid image! The set is amazing and Jansson captures all the models with ease and much depth. How he manages to direct so many models at once all doing different things and looking in dissimilar directions is amazing. 

This editorial is called 'Let's Get Lost' for Interview Magazine May 2010 and styled by Karl Templer.

See more from this shoot at Papermode.trendland

Mikael Jansson Photography on models.com

Daria Werbowy on models.com

Photograph of the Day > Alex Pettyfer by Greg Harris

Alex Pettyfer by Greg Harris

Interview Magazine

I love Alex's natural beautiful smile and playfulness in the picture. He looks really down to earth as an up and coming rising actor who has been in films such as Stormbreaker, Wild Child, Tormented and most recently about to release his latest movie, Beastly this Oct. Alex has had quite a lot of modelling experience as he has done Burberry advertising amongst modelling for various magazines. It's great how Harris manages to capture the fun atmosphere in this monochrome photo. Fashion shoots doesn't have to be so serious!

What a great photograph to start August month with! Happiness all around :)

This photo amongst 2 others were shot for Interview August 2010 issue.

see more here at homotography

Greg Harris Photography

Artist of the Week > Craig McDean

This week's artist is Craig McDean. I've been researching photographers for this week's feature artist and I couldn't get the Megan Fox photo shot for Interview June/July 2010 issue, I featured for photo of the day 22.07.2010 out of my head. It was was a striking photo that demanded the attention of the viewer. It is for that reason I've chosen to feature Craig McDean, born 1964, a British photographer now based in New York and represented by Art + Commerce, NY.


It is surprising that he originally worked as a car mechanic before studying Photography. He started his photographic career in London as photographer's assistant to photographer Nick Knight. His early editorial work was featured in magazines like I-D and The Face. This led to advertising campaign work for clients such as Jil Sander and Calvin Klein, and editorial commissions with Harper's Bazaar and Vogue. More recently, McDean has photographed fashion campaigns for clients including Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, Oscar de la Renta, Yves Saint Laurent, Calvin Klein, Estée Lauder, Blumarine, Max Mara, Chloe, Ebel, Pollini, L.A.M.B, Dior, Gap, Lanvin Men, Alexander McQueen, Bally, Versace, Michael Kors and Tommy Hilfiger.


He has also photographed for magazines such as W, Vogue Paris, British Vogue, American Vogue, Interview, Vogue Italia, Fashion Rocks, Another Magazine, Muse, V, and Vogue Korea. Even though Craig McDean is primarily a fashion photographer he has photographed celebrities such as Björk, Madonna, Natalie Portman, Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Aniston, Joaquin Phoenix, Hilary Swank, Uma Thurman, Gael García Bernal and Nicole Kidman.

Interview Magazine, June/July 2010, model: Megan Fox.

This was photo of the day on 22.07.2010. I love the confrontation with herself and the sexual tension. It's playful yet sinister too.

Daring Do, American Vogue, May 2008, model: Coco Rocha.

I love the comic book drama and the black stands out vividly against the vibrant yellow. This photo is powerful and electrifying.

Another Magazine,  F/W 2008, model: Bridget Hall,

The colours are bright and eye-catching and he has slightly solarized the photo in post-processing. The image is quirky and fun.

Interview magazine, March 2009, model: Mary Kate Olsen

Many magazine covers are the same with the model/celebrity with full profile smiling at the camera, however Interview magazine are renowned for their edgy styles and artistic approach. Love her dazed but soft eyes into the camera.

CFDA Designer portraits, June 2009, model: Marc Jacobs.

Marc Jacobs is a marvellous designer with innovative designs and bold looks this portrait certainly manages to capture his personality in one shot. The bunny ears and the eyes looking away creates a lovely fun image.

The Now Guidelines, Vogue Italia, September 2009, model: Jac Jagaciak

The styling is awesome and the hair is extravagant. Her sombre expression is beautiful and loud make-up/styling makes the photo come to life.

A Decade in Style, Another Magazine, F/W 2009, model: Jessica Stam

This expression is unusual but certainly jumps out of the page when read in a magazine. The gothic romance styling is beautiful and the Versace Haute Couture dress is simply amazing. McDean manages to capture amazing photos.

V Magazine, November 2009, models: Daria Werbowy, Philipp Haemmerle

I'm a huge fan of Daria Werbowy as she is my favourite model. Her look is beautiful and versatile and she manages to convey breathtaking images. McDean has managed to capture Werbowy's beauty flawlessly.

W Magazine, February 2010, model: Rihanna

I'm loving Rihanna's look since her new album, Rated R and her short hair is constantly changing style. She's a trend setter like Lady Gaga and Alexa Chung. I love Rihanna's eyes and eyebrow expression; very sexy!

Interview Magazine, October 2009, model: Kristen Stewart

I'm not a huge fan of Kristen Stewart as I'm not too keen on her acting and her personality doesn't excite me however her style certainly is fashionable even if she doesn't try. I love cold emerald eyes, messy hair, pale skin and rouge lips. This has a 'Joker' element with the lips and I like how Craig McDean uses paper to cover her mouth.

Another Magazine, S/S 2010, model: Marion Cotillard

Marion Cotillard has become increasingly popular since her Oscar winning performance for La Vie En Rose in 2007. She's very high fashion and has been in demand for many magazines and designers due to her beautiful face and versatility. I saw this magazine in WHSmiths and it certainly stood out against the over covers. McDean manages to shoot another eye-catching photograph.

It's seems that many photographic assistants to iconic fashion photographers have become very successful themselves. With advice from renowned photographer, Nick Knight it is no wonder that Craid McDean has certainly made a name for himself. From his edgy editorials to the occasional beautiful portrait. I love his loud, quirky images as well as his dark, high fashion shots. He's certainly one to watch!

see more: http://models.com/people/craig-mcdean

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