“Kitrino” starring Zlatka A — stylish on some stones…
I’ve never seen any work by the MetArt contributor known as Cloud. The artist is a new arrival on the site and only has two sets, including “Kitrino,” in his (or her) portfolio as I write. But based on this set alone I think Cloud will prove to be a valuable addition to the MetArt talent pool.
Cloud exhibits a variety of technical and stylistic strengths in this pictorial. The location, a landscape of large, jagged boulders, is interesting in its own right and provides the model with a variety of platforms and backgrounds to work with. And the colors of the stones mesh pleasingly with the model’s outfit — a simple yellow dress, brown leather sandals, and several pieces of wooden jewelry. Cloud shoots from a distance as well as close up, and displays a knack for composition at any range. It is interesting, considering the artist’s name, that he (or she) has chosen to blow out and slightly overexpose the sky so that any clouds in the atmosphere are rendered invisible.
Interesting setting, plenty of visual style, what of the model? Zlatka A, also a newcomer to MetArt, works well with her surroundings. There isn’t a hint of discomfort visible and she seems perfectly at ease. I like the fact that, when she’s nude, she doesn’t bother with a towel or a cushion while seated on the rocks. Yes, she uses her dress as a seating surface, but it’s natural and spontaneous.
One thing I was struck by as I viewed the set, and then reviewed my notes afterward, was how many fully clothed shots made it to my favorites list. For example, #010, #012, #027, and #030, are all stylish, sexy images. They capture and convey Zlatka’s beauty, and they are beautiful photos in their own right. And when that yellow frock comes off we’re treated to many views of Zlatka’s appealing assets. In “Kitrino” photographer Cloud and his (or her) subject prove themselves to be a skilled team. I look forward to seeing more work from both of them, either together or apart.
Another session where we differ greatly. I find the model to be quite pretty but not spectacular and her “assets” are over the top for me. The site and photography is not to my liking at all, The setting is far too stark and uninviting which is compounded by the overexposed washed out photos. I find the yellow dress in this setting to be way too glaring and the overall effect just makes the model’s efforts seem crass and unattractive. Sort of like a bad dream that you can’t wake up from.
my blood tells me this girl is the prettiest of ‘em all, but it s just that she needs some finer sets and lighting. this photography simply just could not reveal the full potential of this woman. in fact, i pretty much dislike every outdoor settings except for a few exceptional sets. no more sea side setting unless it is on par with the one of iveta’s.
Perhaps I’m in the minority but I love, love, love this series of photos. I’m a sucker for flat sandals and a short dress so this shoot gets a perfect score in that regard. The model does seem comfortable in a rather difficult environment. She effortlessly gives us a variety of poses and most of them seem natural. Obviously, her eyes are special and benefit from the natural light and bright sky. I like this a lot.