Nudism In Art, Literature , Cinema
The aim of this group is to encourage members to share their experiences from any type of art that proves that to be naked is to be oneself , that we were meant to be nude , that nudism is humane , that nudism is a protest against class and status pretentiousness - that nudism is freedom against society's hypocrisy and oppressiveness - that nudism can be a powerful spiritual experience - that...
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For those interested...
Return to DiscussionsPerhaps on of the seminal books in art historical scholarship is John Berger's "Ways of Seeing." In this compilation of essays, Berger discusses why we view art the way we do, the social/political/gendered constructs that shape our gaze, and a historical overview on the person subject (specifically the nude female).
Its a pretty interesting read and not too hard to get through. For any art lovers/art historians, I'd recommend.