Gallery: Nichole A ‘Pefko’
Nichole A ‘Pefko‘ by Arkisi
Met Art contributing photographer Arkisi has chosen a particularly striking location for this erotic pictorial. It’s a small, flat area high on a mountainside. If he pans to his right a lush, gnarled conifer blocks the view. But when he swings his camera to the left we see a vast expanse of azure ocean and the coastline, far below. It’s a setting that is both dramatic and versatile. And an unseen element, the gusting coastal breeze, adds further drama when it plays, quite vigorously, with the model’s long, dark hair.
Nichole A is the maiden on this mountain, and she seems at home and at ease in the rustic setting. She stands, barefoot, on a soft carpet of pine needles, her sole piece of clothing a floral print sarong that rides low on her slim hips and flutters prettily in the wind. When the skirt comes off it does double duty, providing a comfortable place to recline and relax.
Perhaps it’s the setting, and it may have something to do with Nichole’s appearance and attitude, but there’s a suggestion, the merest hint, of classical mythology in these images. She’s not a siren on a wave-splashed rock, luring mariners to their doom. And she’s not a wood nymph doing whatever it is that wood nymphs do, but there’s a bit of inexplicable flavor that makes “Pefko” particularly enjoyable.
Of course, it doesn’t hurt that Nichole A is as expressive as she is physically appealing. There’s real depth here, and as her expressions change from image to image one thing remains consistent: Nichole’s relaxed sincerity. Although she strikes a multitude of interesting poses, her emotions are never put-on, stiff or false-seeming.
As mentioned, the wind figures prominently in many of these photos and it contributes energy and spontaneity to three of my favorite shots, #005, #009, and #015. Although it’s rather modest, in #002 we can clearly see the thoughtful beauty of the model and the natural splendor of the location. #020, a rear three-quarter view, showcases Nichole’s slender, elegant build. There’s an earthy/arty drama to #093, and I love the easy, natural smile in #073. “Pefko” is packed with particularly pleasing pictures.
Her profile: Nichole A
Preview Gallery: Pefko by Arkisi
Art Nude Models: Met Art information.
