Gallery: Natalia A ‘Deos’
Natalia A ‘Deos‘ by Leonardo
The location employed in “Deos” would be striking under any circumstances. A rugged stretch of shoreline studded with massive concrete tetrapods melds the natural and manmade worlds. And it gives a photographer and his subject a splendid backdrop as well as dramatic and interesting options in terms of pose and placement.
The model here is striking, dramatic, and interesting in her own right. I’ve critiqued three of her previous contributions to MetArt — a single still set and two (one and two) HD erotic movies – and enjoyed them all. A natural redhead, Natalia A’s coloring and complexion are exceptionally appealing, her facial features are elegant and refined, and she has a sultry, seductive presence that is both complex and undeniable. When she smiles, which isn’t very often, she can be sweet. But her default demeanor is far more subtle and textured. This model has an intriguing attitude and she can speak volumes with an arched eyebrow or a sidelong glance.
The weather makes its own contribution to “Deos.” Although Natalia A maintains a professional’s poise throughout the set, I suspect it was chilly that afternoon. And the wind whips and teases her hair with some interesting results — see 008, 057 and 060 for three examples.
The wind also propels clouds across the sky and the changing light adds an unpredictability and variety to the set. Sometimes the sudden dimming results in a less than idea exposure, but overall the vivid lighting is one of the set’s real assets. Numbers 077 and 078 capture the blue of the sea and Natalia’s coloring with truly painterly skill. And Leonardo also crafts several wonderful portraits — the light in her hair in 004, and the topless 019 (note the slightly muted lighting) are lovely shots of a lovely subject.
Her profile: Natalia A
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