Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Philosophy: Beauty Defined

beau·ty[byoo-tee]  

–noun, plural -ties.
1.
the quality present in a thing or person that gives intense pleasure or deep satisfaction to the mind, whether arising from sensory manifestations (as shape, color, sound, etc.), a meaningful design or pattern, or something else (as a personality in which high spiritual qualities are manifest).
"Invisible Beauty" Model: Mackenzie Conn-Powers Make-Up: Keya Delarge Location:Aurum Lounge
As a photographer I have many perspectives on beauty and how it relates to who and what I photograph.  In many cases it is simply what inspires me most. An opinion that is projected through the very fiber of my imagery. A long time ago someone told me "The true power of persuasion  is getting another man to accept your definition as his/her own." I would take it a step further and say it is also accepting that definition and making it your own by bringing new perspective! What you know and feel is beautiful....IS!  My hope is that we simply come to a common understanding and start from there! 
"The Gaze"- Model:Roni  Make-Up:Keya Delarge
"Tribal" Model: Annie Tee Make-Up: Keya Delarge
"Untitled" Model: Lauren Make-Up & Styling: Lamil Designs


Take a moment to consider this, the next time you look up at the clouds and reminisce on the child hood game of  "Shapes In The Sky" think of defining beauty the same way. The beauty you see won't always be visible to others, but with a little direction they may be able to see beyond their own understanding! For the month of April I will be highlighting all things beautiful in my world so join me as I highlight the relative and the abstract perspectives of JAS Photo!
"Shapes In The Sky"

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