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The images in this directory are artistic in
nature, and provide an intelligent and tasteful presentation of the human
figure. That's not to say there are nothing but pictures of nudes.
There are a few, but most are not. Yet, it's all besides the point.
We are, after all, more than just physical beings; our emotions,
feelings and all other mental and physical characteristics embody the
nature of who we are.
The camera can present an image like a mirror into the human spirit,
reflecting all we are, from our hopes and dreams, to our pains and failures.
Sadly, our American culture (and some others) take an oversimplistic view
of the human figure, and presume that the exposure of the entire body, or
certain parts of it, is deemed "inappropriate" for some people. This is a
new and curious phenomenon, since throughout history, the human figure
has been the source of inspiration of all great art. It has also been
revered as expressions of the human condition, good and bad, by the church
and other religions, as well as governments, educational institutions, and
many other well-respected institutions of our society.
Those who feel images should be kept from children have never been able
to discern between artistic expression and vulgar exploitation, nor do
they understand the true relationship between what children see, and what
they think, feel, or do. There is a broad spectrum between a tasteful
expression of the human figure, and the portrayal of exploitive sexual
activity. Discerning between eroticism and pornography is a matter
of degree that should be taught, not ignored. I am reminded of this quip:
Eroticism is when you use a feather,
Pornography is when you use a whole chicken.
Imposing limitations of access is silly and counter-productive, since the
result is the failure to teach important lessons about the appreciation
of art, taste, and sense of self.
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