Naked Smile

This is a lovely 1997 image of a beautiful naked man giving a delightful smile.  This is a blast from the past, being a popular image on the internet from about fifteen years ago.  There are many reproductions of this image on the web but this one has been processed and enlarged.  If anyone knows the original photographer, please let me know and I will take further appropriate steps.  Hope you enjoy; it's one of my favorites and has been for years.

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So Very Close

This is a lovely image of two naked men in a loving tender embrace.  There are many reproductions of this image on the web but this one has been processed and enlarged.  If anyone knows the original photographer, please let me know and I will take further appropriate steps.  Hope you enjoy; its one of my favorites and has been for years.

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Four Naked Men

This is a reproduction of "Four Naked Men" of about 1505 by Pietro Perugino.  This is a reproduction of an iconic image of four near naked men in contrasting poses, curving and angular.  The artist was probably from Perugia in Umbria and was probably about fifty-five years old when he created this work.  He was at the height of his career at this time maintaining studios in Perugia and Florence while also receiving commissions in Rome.  He was rivaled in his later years by Michelangelo and his pupil, Raphael.  He died of the plague in 1523 in Fontignano, a frazione of Perugia.  This High Renaissance masterpiece is 52 cm wide and 71 cm high and is in the National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh. 

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Determined Together, Caperton, 2011

This is a reproduction of “Determined Together" of 2011. This is depiction of classically proportioned young men holding each other in a relaxed way while defiantly and determinedly facing the challenges of the future, whatever the future may hold.

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At Rest in Loves, Caperton, 2009

A reproduction of "At Rest in Love" of 2009, an image which seeks to capture to intimate, restful connection that two men can have.

For all the ages of man there have been men who, for whatever reason, have preferred the particular eroticism which is only available between men.  This is an effort to capture some of that glory.

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Best Friends, Caperton, 2009

A reproduction of "Best Friends" of 2009. This is an attempt to capture those special relationships between males in which all the joys and sorrows of life can be shared.

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We Are Able, Caperton, 2005

A reproduction of “We Are Able”. This male couple looks upon a sometimes hostile world with resolve and a resounding affirmation of their ability to tackle any task. They assert by their looks their ability to productively contribute to the general society of men and women.

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We Have Each Other, Caperton, 2009

A reproduction of "We Have Each Other" of 2009. This is an effort to depict the unity which two men can experience as they face a world of adventure and the unexplored vistas of the future.

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Horsing Around, Caperton, 2009

A reproduction of “Horsing Around” of 2009, an image which attempts to capture the innocent joy of three friends indulging in the play of “horsing around” in a creek or pond in the woods.

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By the River, Caperton, 2009

A reproduction of "By the River" of 2009. This image is based on stylized memories of family reunions in which the men-folks would go down by the river to swim and just lay around and visit.

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On a Tree, Caperton, 2007

A reproduction of Troy Capertons work, "On a Tree" of 2007. Love too, can happen on a tree.

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Sailors!, Caperton, 2009

A reproduction of "Sailors!" of 2009. In the tradition of Sir Winston Churchill’s quote, “The real traditions of the British Navy are rum, buggery and the lash", this is a tribute to the generations of men who have loved men on the seven seas.

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Comfort, Caperton, 2008

A reproduction of Troy Caperton's "Comfort" of 2008.  When the random crises of life interrupt the normal flows of our existence, God can send comfort in the form of a fellow traveler in the byways of existence.

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Rock Sea Kiss, Troy Caperton, 2006

A reproduction by Troy Caperton of "Kiss on the Rocks", 2006. This work depicts two lovers together, alone, on rocks by the seashore; safe from wondering, curious eyes of strangers and others who would not understand. This is a pastel rendering of subtle beauty.

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Sleepers, Troy Caperton, 2005

A reproduction of “Sleepers” of 2005. Two men draped over each other in luscious sleep. For all the ages of man there have been men who, for whatever reason, have preferred the particular eroticism which is only available between men. This is an effort to capture some of that glory.

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At the Swimming Hole by Joseph Eduard Sauer

A reproduction of Joseph Eduard Sauer’s masterpiece "At the Swimming Hole" of about 1890.  This is the German artist's rendition of a German summer outing of a group of boys.  The artist died in 1909 at the age of forty-one years.  His work is reminiscent to his contemporaries, American Thomas Eakins and Englishman Henry Scott Tuke.

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Noli Me Tangere, Troy Caperton, 2006

A reproduction by Troy Caperton of “Noli Me Tangere”, 2006. The Latin phrase means “stop holding on to me”. This is a depiction of the holding back of an older man by his younger companion. Is the elder leaving for war, for some other dangerous mission, or just leaving the tender embraces of the younger man?

For all the ages of man there have been men who, for whatever reason, have preferred the particular eroticism which is only available between men. This is an effort to capture some of that glory.

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With You Two, 2007

"With You Two". This is the second of a series of three works depicting a homoerotic pair of men who physically express the union of their souls.

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Summertime, 2009, Troy Caperton

A reproduction of "Summertime" of 2009. This is a tribute to the memories of summer's fun and hopes of more fun in upcoming summers.

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Black and white, 2009, Troy Caperton

A reproduction of "Black and White" of 2009. An image of men entwined across racial barriers.

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