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UNLOCKED is a weighty new publication by ATOPOS cvc, the Athens-based cultural organisation founded in 2003 by Stamos Fafalios and Vassilis Zidianakis (recently joined by Angelos Tsourapas), that 'attempts to “unlock” the depiction of the naked...
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Drawing cracking great burly men for his own diversion since a teenager, the artist who would become known as Tom of Finland destroyed much of his early work upon being conscripted to World War II (in a time where homoerotic material could have...
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Long regarded as a man's world, Barcelona-based Swede Erika Lust has been beating the feminist drum in the erotic film industry with her series XConfessions — earning plaudits from commentators as varied as Dazed and Vogue; the former calling her...
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Just what is it that goes on behind the discreet curtains of an exotic “massage parlour”? If the jokes and innuendos associated with the shady businesses are anything to go by, there's more on the menu of your average one than an innocent...
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Why bother with the hassle of a real woman when you can create a perfect one from your imagination — one that doesn't clutter up the bathroom with lotion bottles, doesn't leave hairpins and scrunchies everywhere, and who will, with a proper...
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William Blanchard pretty much confirms the theory that drummers are the weirdos in any band — he describes taking up the drums as akin to running away and joining the circus. His experiences in the fantasy world of the music industry informs his...
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As a term to describe women, “bird” doesn't go over very well in these days of enlightened feminism. Having said that, there's no denying that Parra's feminine figures have a touch of the avian about their features. So do the men, on the odd...
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Cartoonist Robert Crumb was one of a long and continuing line of artists who used his medium as a form of confessional. In his particular case it was sexual quirks, committed to paper and, in his early career, destroyed in fits of guilt and shame....
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Even if you can't put a name to it, it's certain you've seen the painting technique known as cangiantismo before. Developed during the Rennaissance, it's a way of changing the hue of a colour within a model to introduce light and shade, but in the...
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There's no doubt about it, Instagram is run by a bunch of dicks. Which is ironic, considering you aren't allowed to see one on their site. No dicks - no genitals of any sort in fact – no butt cheeks (in close-up), no female nipples (except in...
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There's nothing like a near death experience to make one throw off the shackles of convention and embrace one's true self, and the Second World War was that catalyst for a generation of artists. Elmer Batters and Eric Stanton were two such figures...
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As far as allegations of objectification go, I can't offer anything in the way of credible defence for these classic examples of American pin-ups other than to say that if I spent the majority of my day with my head stuck under a car bonnet, I'd...
City Notes
“A masterclass in conceptuality,” a hotel that “takes you on a fuzzy trip of vague recollection,” and “a paradise of inimitable escapism.” That’s what we said about Port de Sóller’s impressive Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel three...
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Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
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The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
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See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
Dispatches
When you think of a baby play mat, you likely imagine a colourful space for your child to enjoy toys and games. Yet, these mats offer much more than simple entertainment. Playmats provide a safe area for developing your baby's motor skills and...
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Fashion and art have always shared an unspoken connection, inspiring and shaping each other across centuries. Whether it’s haute couture borrowing motifs from famous paintings or streetwear taking cues from graffiti and urban aesthetics, the...
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Wellness Trends for 2025: A series of posts designed to uncover the most progressive concepts in wellness for the year ahead. Number Thirteen: Sound Healing Revival. In the quest for health and wellness, people are rediscovering an ancient...
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Creating compelling LinkedIn captions that engage your audience and showcase your professional tone can often feel like a daunting task. Whether you’re promoting a new project, sharing industry insights, or celebrating achievements, your caption...