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A model’s beauty begins with her genetic gifts. To that baseline we add the enhancements provided by the make-up artist and stylist, and the photographer makes his own technical and aesthetic judgments to create a finished photo series. But before the grammar police point out that I’ve misspelled “jeans” in the title of this post, let me clarify.

Flavia A is, without question, genetically gifted. From head to toe she is a physical treat, with her beguiling, lively blue eyes, creamy complexion, and long, flowing hair being particularly noteworthy. The “jeans” I refer to in the title are a particularly tenacious pair of trousers. Flavia A spends over half the series wearing those denim dungarees, and even when they finally start to come off it is a very slow, teasing process. And it appears that the model and photographer, Leonardo, are aware of this. In #070 Flavia sits on the floor while holding the neatly folded garment in her hands as if to say, “I’m naked, finally, and now I’m going to put these away and let you have a good look at my nude body.”

And, in short order, that’s exactly what happens! As I noted when I reviewed her very first MetArt erotic photo gallery, Flavia A is not at all inhibited. And in “Manners” Leonardo takes full advantage of this personality trait. In the cluster of shots spanning #078 through #084, to cite but a few choice examples, Flavia spreads her thighs wide and delivers eye-opening views of her pink succulence. I will note that this brazen display is accompanied by lively, teasing, playful facial expressions that only enhance the explicit images.

“Manners” offers considerable variety in terms of pose, composition, and attitude. Explicit shots, as mentioned, are plentiful, but high style pin-ups with more than a touch of Hollywood glamour are also presented (see #001, #021, #071, and #104).

Whether she’s in the jeans — and particularly when she’s out of them — Flavia A is exceptionally enjoyable in “Manners,” and the combination of the model’s genetic gifts and the photographer’s stylish execution result in a roundly successful piece of erotic art.

After looking at over a hundred well-crafted photographs of a totally nude woman I’ve usually drawn some conclusions about her emotions and other aspects of her personality. In “Levha” Angelique A struck me as a strong, playful, and extremely sexual woman. But it was only after reading her bio — and discovering that she is only an 18-year-old — that I realized how young she is. It certainly came as a surprise — this is no mere teenybopper! For a girl this young to project such a fully formed, completely sincere, rich, ripe, and mature sexuality is truly striking.

And I think it goes beyond Angelique A‘s glamorous appearance — her dark hair, dark eyes, and luscious lips in particular — or the ornate décor of the bedroom Arkisi shot her in. This young woman has a quality — a sultry, sexy quality — that comes from within. And is it ever a pleasure to experience!

This is only Angelique’s second MetArt erotic photo set (she’s also appeared in a MetArt HD erotic movie), and while her performance here leaves nothing to be desired, there is also certainly room for her to grow and blossom as a model. And she certainly gives Arkisi plenty to work with. The artist, as is his practice, captures his subject in a broad range of poses and delivers carefully composed detail shots along the way. Intimate, explicit close-ups are provided in generous numbers, but then so are beautiful headshots (#013, #036, and #067 are three fine examples). There’s a simplicity bordering on the poetic in #007, a detail shot of Angelique’s round ass flanked by her delicate hands as she removes her scant g-string. And there’s a confident and clever artist at work in shots like #050, with the model seated centrally on the bed and facing the camera, and #109, an explicit variation on that image, in which Angelique’s rear aspect (as well as her steamy personality) is featured. In “Levha,” beautiful, sexy Angelique A is so very young, and so very sultry — and those are two factors that make this pictorial so enjoyable!

It’s a complex undertaking, this nude erotic photo modeling. A beautiful face certainly helps, but the range of what is considered beautiful is so broad that beauty, in and of itself isn’t enough. A shapely body is another crucial ingredient, but petite, skinny girls and voluptuous women can both find success in the same arena. A lack of inhibition is absolutely a requirement, and it helps if the photographer is sympathetic and skilled enough to support and encourage the model during the shoot. But perhaps the most important factor — and this is easy to forget when one is dazzled by a parade of mouthwatering bodies and beautiful faces — may well come down to personality. The best models, the sexiest girls, the most sought after women in erotic photography radiate and project engaging personalities.

Alyssa A does, without a doubt exhibit personality in “Noiva.” And she also displays considerable beauty of the facial and physical varieties. From the delicate intimate details — these alone have earned her numerous fans, I don’t doubt — to her trim and shapely figure, Alyssa A is nothing if not beautiful. And her face, framed by long wavy hair and boasting blue eyes of the big and beguiling variety, is as pretty as a picture. And she’s certainly uninhibited — the numerous explicit poses and close-ups provide ample proof of that. So, a truly beautiful woman, unashamed and uninhibited, but perhaps the slightest bit restrained in the personality department. Oh, she is sexy and appealing, and a feast for the eyes, but I do wish she would laugh, smile, let go a little bit, and share more of her personality!

Even so, despite the somewhat limited range of Alyssa A’s expressiveness, there is quite a lot to enjoy in Slastyonoff‘s pictorial. The art direction, lighting, and styling — including the model’s white ensemble of stockings, panties and frilly top — is harmonious and flattering. Even fully dressed, as she is in #023, Alyssa A presents an alluring proposition. With her breasts exposed, eyes closed, and reclining on the sheets in #045 she’s an evocative picture of dreamlike perfection. As for explicit images, #050 gets right to the point(s) and in the cluster of shots spanning #115 through #120, Alyssa offers herself vigorously to the camera with high erotic impact.

Four of the most personality-rich shots, and thus standouts in “Noiva,” are variations on the same pose. In #027, #099, #100 and #101, she faces the camera, head down, ass up. Here Alyssa presents some real depth. Even with her eyes closed, in #100, or in #099 (her most relaxed and natural pose in the collection?) her exquisite beauty and enticing sensuality are in full effect.

Wow. I could stop there and be satisfied that I’d accurately and concisely conveyed my reaction to this MetArt erotic gallery. But this model is so impressive, and the photography is so skillful, that I will elaborate.

The magic begins at the very beginning — image #001. It’s a headshot and Margita Lesna calmly gazes at the camera with her big, dark blue eyes. The lighting is subdued, the room behind her shadowy, her beauty truly luminous. Yes, this photo, in its restrained way, elicits a “wow” from me. But at this point I have no idea how many more wows are still in store.

There is a logic to Arkisi‘s pacing through the series, but it doesn’t waste any time getting explicit or drawing out the tease unnecessarily. By #015 we’re treated to a luscious close-up of Margita’s femininity framed by the fingers of both hands — yes, another wow-inducing image.

There’s much, much more in the way of eye-popping erotic imagery in “Diffusio,” but the impact of this set comes as much from its beauty as from its steamy and inviting sexuality. The lighting, the relaxed atmosphere in this particular bedroom, the costuming (fishnet hose and little else), styling, art direction, all these elements work in rare harmony.

Margita Lesna’s beauty is absolutely wow-worthy. Her gorgeous face is framed by a luxurious mane of long wavy hair — in #035, #036, and #037 it plays a starring role. And this model’s lips, full, plump and luscious are also notable. But then, so much of her is. In shot after shot I find myself murmuring…wow.

Tasteful pin-ups, a varied selection of headshots, steamy explicit poses, and all captured with a smooth, understated style. Arkisi’s “Diffusio” starring Margita Lesna skillfully showcases a gloriously gorgeous and glamorous model.

When Malena Morgan appeared in her first MetArt erotic photo gallery her star had already begun to rise — and MetArt members responded by quickly voting her into the upper reaches of the Top Model rankings (where she has remained) and she embarked a career as a headliner at our sister site, SexArt. I reviewed her first pictorial here, and I also reviewed her star turn in a MetArt HD erotic movie, and Ms. Morgan impressed me with both efforts.

Since her MetArt debut I have had the pleasure of viewing several of Malena’s SexArt productions, and to see her in explicit scenes really is a must-have experience for every one of her many admirers. So if you like what you see here, by all means, get over to SexArt and prepare to be blown away. But “Conduir” was shot, by Jason Self, for MetArt, and it’s nice to see this striking beauty by herself, in a stylish pictorial, minus the XXX action she so excels at on SexArt.

Sexy white pumps, white panties, and a filmy white nighty make a suitably sexy costume here and Malena, a highly skilled mistress of the tease, takes her sweet time in removing the outfit. It’s a credit to Malena Morgan’s beauty and sex appeal that several fully clothed shots are every bit as erotic as the fully nude images that occur later in the series. Indeed, there are several headshots in “Conduir” that don’t need any nudity at all to raise the temperature and one’s heart rate.

Malena Morgan knows she’s hot, she knows she’s beautiful, and she handles herself like an erotic star. When she’s turning on the heat and projecting glamorous star quality at the lens it’s quite impressive. But there are moments here when Malena relaxes a bit, tones down the sex star aspect of her personality, and treats us to a playful twinkle in her beautiful blue eyes or an easy smile on her luscious lips. In #062, topless, Malena Morgan smiles and subtly bites her lower lip — it’s an irresistible image, and it perfectly captures what makes this lusty leading lady the Top Model and erotic cinema star she has become.

A cozy bedroom decorated in a homey, casual style provides a fitting backdrop in the MetArt erotic photo set titled “Vereint.” That’s almost surprising in view of the fact that the subject of the pictorial is a glamorous beauty who would look right at home in the most luxurious, elegant surroundings imaginable. But here Amelie B makes this humble bedroom look irresistibly inviting.

Prolific MetArt contributor Leonardo employs a somewhat subdued style here, and doesn’t rely on any dramatic lighting design. Instead he and his model tell a simple and enjoyable story in photographs.

As it begins we find Amelie B seated on the fully dressed bed. Amelie is  dressed, as well, in a cute and sexy pink bra and panties set, trimmed in white. She’s got a girlish bow in her hair, and those rich, wavy, auburn tresses frame her pleasingly angular face to perfection.

As the set unfolds the lingerie eventually comes off, but even before she’s exposed we’re treated to many enticing images. Of these clothed shots I particularly enjoyed #006 (for pure beauty), #008 (for her eyes), #018 (face and lustrous hair), and #021 (for the sexy attitude).

As Amelie B removes her lingerie, the blankets come off the bed. It’s only logical — and certainly a desirable progression — but it also contributes to the “story” in a subtle and effortless manner. When the model is totally nude and sprawling on the white bed linens she delivers several striking pin-ups — #091, with her long hair hanging off the edge of the bed and her eyes projecting a sultry invitation, is one stylish and evocative example.

While there are certainly explicit images here, as well there should be, “Vereint” lacks any true explicit close-ups. I do wish some were included, but Amelie is so beautiful and engaging that I’m willing to overlook the omission. The chance to spend time in the boudoir, even if only vicariously, with a beauty of this caliber is a chance to be savored, and this pictorial allows us ample opportunity to do exactly that!

The star of this MetArt HD erotic film is a newcomer to the site — this is only Aria Amor’s second appearance here. The filmmaker, Holly Randall, is also a relatively recent arrival at MetArt, but she’s a seasoned professional with an expansive portfolio. This particular pairing, artist and model, results in something approaching perfection.

I will quickly and briefly mention the only flaw I can find: there isn’t much in the way of explicit imagery here. While that is a statement of fact, it doesn’t diminish my enjoyment of “Bourgeon” in the slightest. This is an exceptionally enjoyable film, and credit for that is shared by the star and her director.

Aria Amor is a visual treat. She’s tall, standing 5-11 (taller still in a dramatic pair of platform high heels), and that slender, graceful physique is enhanced by a pale, creamy complexion. Aria’s long, auburn hair frames a beautiful face, and her dark hazel eyes glitter with playful energy. She’s also got a warm, engaging smile which she isn’t afraid to show off, and when the camera lingers on Aria’s face it’s impossible to look away.

Holly Randall‘s camerawork and editing is polished, fluid, and effective, and her knack for art direction and set design is truly impressive. She’s dressed her star and the set in red and black. A single chair and the glossy studio floor are black, as are Aria Amour’s lace high-waisted panties and gloves. She briefly wears a mask of black lace over red satin (which matches her previously mentioned shoes), and the backdrop is a wall upholstered in red satin. A beautifully conceived stage for a beautiful young model.

“Bourgeon” is a visual and aural delight — the music is perfectly suited to the style and pace of the film — and all of the various elements work together in perfect, seamless harmony. A beguiling star turn by Aria Amor, and a masterful creative achievement from Holly Randall. I suggest you savor the sweetness of this production at your earliest convenience.

[I wrote this for the SexArt blog, but good news is worth sharing so I'm posting it here, as well. SexArt and the MetArt Network are starting off the new year in high style! — Adam]

SexArt is pleased to announce that we have been named “Glamcore Site of the Year” at the 2013 XBIZ Awards. Considering that SexArt launched in April of 2012 and hasn’t even celebrated its first birthday yet, the award is all the more impressive. XBIZ is the leading adult industry authority, and provides unequalled news and information about the entire field — from feature films, to online erotica, to technology and sex toys. The XBIZ Awards are, quite simply, the biggest and most respected honors in the world of erotic entertainment.

The 2013 XBIZ awards were held on January 11, 2013, at the legendary Century Plaza Hotel in Century City, California. The event was hosted by XXX superstar Tera Patrick and the vast ballroom was packed with a veritable galaxy of adult stars and industry movers and shakers. Riley Reid, the star of two SexArt erotic movies, won the “Best New Starlet” award, and also announced SexArt‘s “Glamcore Site of the Year” award.

SexArt wasn’t the only site in the MetArt Network to win at the XBIZ Awards. The Free Speech Coalition, the leading adult industry legal advocacy organization, gave MetArt the “Leadership Award” for the company’s extensive efforts on behalf of adult industry performers and producers.

The award winning success of SexArt is just one part of the MetArt Network story. Recent months have seen a dramatic expansion of the MetArt family of premium erotic art and entertainment websites. RylskyArt.com, a showcase of longtime MetArt photographer Rylsky, was recently launched, and MetArt has also acquired legendary director Michael Ninn’s site — including his entire motion picture catalog, as well as highline European studio MagikSex.com, star erotic photographer HollyRandall.com, and industry pioneer ALSScan.com.

The MetArt Network and SexArt would like to thank XBIZ for the “Glamcore Site of the Year” award. The MetArt Network has big plans for the coming year and we hope to be back on the red carpet at the XBIZ Awards 2014!

Take a look at the very first photograph in this MetArt erotic gallery. That too-short little black slip provides a tantalizing glimpse. The stiletto-heeled sandals add a sexy and leg-lengthening accent. The upright pose, hands tugging at her shoulder straps, emphasizes a strong and confident presence. And that face, framed by long, dark, wavy hair is undeniably alluring. The setting itself is pleasing, another view of a location the photographer has used many times before. And the colors — landscaping, architecture, sea, and sky — are particularly harmonious.

And yet I still find a little something missing. After working my way through the set I think it has something to do with Helen H‘s emotional range. She is a beautiful, sexy girl, but she tends to operate in a very narrow span of expression. She parts her ripe lips in something short of a smile revealing beautifully white teeth in the process, and she arches her right eyebrow. I imagine this is supposed to be a provocative, teasing look, but shot after shot it becomes a bit repetitious. In a shot like #029 that facial expression is the only thing that diminishes an otherwise pleasing photograph. It’s sexy, to a degree, but it also feels somehow put on.

This isn’t one of photographer Leonardo‘s flashier sets (no pun intended). The seasoned image maker puts his subject through a respectable variety of poses and, as mentioned, the setting is so pleasing in its own right that when everything comes together the results are truly fine. A shot like #018, is a beautifully balanced composition, and I particularly like how Helen’s upright body obscures and replaces the column behind her as the predominant vertical element in the frame.

Yes, there are some odd moments, particularly those where the model is standing in direct sunlight. And that ice bucket seems a touch too contrived when it appears late in the set. “Aegean” does end on a high note, however (see #111). Here Helen H reclines, totally nude and barefoot, on a chair. Her pose and the lighting brings out the natural beauty of her body. And, most importantly, her face, viewed in partial profile, is relaxed. No arched eyebrow, no toothy smile, just a beautiful woman in appealing repose. That’s more like it.

I have a friend who doesn’t care for big breasts. This discerning and thoughtful gentleman prefers small breasted women and can explain in well reasoned detail the theory behind his preference. While I completely understand this fellow’s thinking, and I find petite-chested models every bit as attractive as he does, I also find myself inexorably drawn to beautiful women with large and lovely bosoms. Big, little, or in between, if they’ve got an appealing shape, attractive nipples, a base level of symmetry, and are free of distracting blemishes, I love boobs. Period. Yes, my name is Adam and I am a breast-lover.

And that is the single most prominent reason — well, double reason — why I love Lana I. This sultry, bedroomy, voluptuous, temptingly top-heavy heartbreaker is blessed with a truly brain-boggling pair of mouthwateringly magnificent mammaries. She’s beautiful. And she’s built. That’s a one-two punch, and it’s powerful.

Lana I is so stunningly shaped and amply endowed that I can even forgive the somewhat jumbled and off-the-cuff nature of the styling and execution of “Thelxi.” I think of MetArt contributor Leonardo as a particularly meticulous artist, with a genuine mastery of lighting and design. But here he’s made some curious choices. The room is somewhat cluttered, a rather cheesy landscape painting dominates the background, and the furnishings in the room are a bit awkward. Throw in some odd shadows and a sporadically listing, tilting camera and I can only scratch my head and suggest the artist was having an off day. But then he clicks off a set of breathtaking close-ups of those bodacious bazooms — see #014 through #018, for starters — and all is forgiven!

If you don’t love big breasts (or the lusciousness that resides between Lana’s creamy thighs, for that matter) I believe that Lana’s sexy, expressive, seductive face is still enough to elevate “Thelxi” by itself. She’s got a ripe, teasing, pouting mouth with plump, succulent lips. And even when those lips are firmly sealed she communicates volumes with her dark eyes. Between chin and forehead this girl has more sheer sex appeal than some lesser models have in their entire bodies. And when you put that alluring face together with that knock-out, bombshell body? Pure, powerful, sex appeal. My flat-top-fancying friend and I will agree to disagree about this girl and this set, but if you feel the way I do about busty beauties, Lana I in “Thelxi” offers hefty helpings of out-sized orbicular entertainment.