Leonardo delivers a mood-drenched, evocative set in “Validias,” starring Sandra D. Evening is impending. Outside, the sky is leaden, ominous. The shadow of a mullion on an unseen window falls across the couch where the model is seated. This creates opportunities of two distinct types. When the shadow falls just so, the effect is dramatic and imparts the image with a pleasing air of mystery. However, when the shadow falls across Sandra’s face, the effect can be disquieting.

This concept may be somewhat difficult to understand as I describe it here, but it is readily noticeable throughout the series. In #0034 and #0041, for example, the illusion of a bruise on the model’s face is created by this unfortunate trick of the light. In #0038 and #0047, however, the shadow is absent and the true beauty of the model is abundantly evident. Please note that shadows are still present in the pleasing images, and still creating a distinct mood.

Despite the presence of several somewhat compromised images, the strengths of “Validias,” far outweigh its weaknesses. As noted, the set possesses ample drama. And it possesses Sandra D., a voluptuous and uninhibited model who is sexy and alluring beyond the shadow of a doubt.