As many already know, the Ancient Greeks had a real appreciation of the male body--in terms of athletic ability, aesthetics, even sensuousness and eroticism. It's no surprise then that the first Olympics were performed naked, with thousands of spectators. Now imagine if that were the case today? Especially here in the US (which has its roots in Puritanism)--I suspect vice squads would be closing in, all sorts of accusations of indecency, etc. etc. Fortunately, nudism gives us a sane outlook on such projections. Nakedness and the nude human figure are regarded as completely natural and integrated into our everyday social life and recreation. I've chosen to focus this group on MALE nudity (since there are so many already having to do with female nudity) and the beauty of the nude male body.
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- MI
Jan 7, 2025[quote]It would be great if nudity was again the norm in the Olympics. As of now we settle for mediocre sporting events at nudist resorts. I agree. Clothes should be banned from the Olympics. Back to the roots also at the Olympics.[/quote] So do I, but the TV networks probably wouldn't.ReactReply - IM
Jan 7, 2025Very happy to see this group and be a part of it. I have been doing portrait photography for about 15 years with a primary focus on the male nude. It is very difficult to find photographers who will work with male nudes, much less make them a primary focus. Even those willing to work with male nudes typically shy away from the penis and keep it hidden either by body positioning or use of props.... which is nothing more than prudish censorship... Plain and simple.
Most professional websites where I have displayed my photography are equally prudish when it comes to anything beyond the flaccid penis. They are tolerant of a completely flaccid organ but stormtrooper aggressive if the organ shows any degree of tumescence.
ReactReply - MIJan 8, 2025[quote]It would be great if nudity was again the norm in the Olympics. As of now we settle for mediocre sporting events at nudist resorts. I agree. Clothes should be banned from the Olympics. Back to the roots also at the Olympics.[/quote] Apparently when the Olympics resumed there was some consideration of having the athletes compete nude for an all male audience. Since at the ancient Olympics competitions, training, receiving recognition, and ceremonies were all done nude, I wonder when the athletes were clothed!ReactReply
- BOFeb 13, 2025[quote]Great idea for a group! That's why I joined. Hopefully I'll be good luck for you and others will follow me in. I echo what you just said. My biggest thing is I have a hard time finding well made artwork on the male nude form. When I do see it, the paintings come off as looking dorky and unprofessional. Like finding a needle in a haystack. I did see some stuff online recently that was done in the Greco Roman style and it was a joy to admire. The female form is all over the place. Especially in the Art Deco period.[/quote] I agree with you. I'm looking for well made artwork on the male nude kind. God created Adam nude.ReactReply