In running this site, I scour through a lot of porn and discard the vast majority of it as unfit for ArtfulPorn’s standards. With my inbox overflowing with new galleries I have to admit that I’ve become a little hasty. Perhaps a tad judgmental. As the thumbnail images begin to load, I usually have a pretty good idea as to whether or not I am going to post the set and I speedily send hundreds of photos to the trash bin. That is a mistake.
The funny thing about porn is that you never know when it’s going to surprise you. Even in otherwise unsuitable galleries you may strike gold. I certainly did as I reviewed this week’s Hustler entries. Take a look at the gems I found in some pretty ridiculous places.
I found this photo of Alyssa Branch in a rather silly “fuck the teacher” gallery. The lighting was fine, but set design and art direction was lacking. But alas, something went right with this snap of the shutter. The “teacher” must have hit Alyssa’s G-spot just as the shutter opened because that look of pleasure, those tensed abdominal muscles and excited nipples were altogether lacking, but this one photograph stands out. Bravo.
This silly shot was taken from a pretty descent set that just didn’t make the cut. Thankfully, I had the patience to let the gallery load to find this at the end. You guessed it – the thing that caught my attention was that “ooh” face. What the heck does that look mean? In all likelihood, Tara Lynn Foxx was probably talking to the stage director when this photo was snapped, but we could spend all day writing captions for this lovely blonde.
Gisele Leon’s pose makes this photo everything that it is. Face up, back arched, arms back, there is just so much drama in this photo. It’s as though she’s channeling some sort of inner energy – I swear I saw something like this in a Sci-Fi flick, only light was coming out of the woman’s mouth. Bringing in the erotic element, we see that she is firmly seated on a man with his cock firmly planted deep inside.
Sometimes it’s a unique perspective. Had I trashed this mediocre set I might have never seen that incredible crumpling of Brittany Beth’s pussy being penetrated here. I’ve never seen anything in the pussy-region quite like that and it looks incredible. Perhaps my mind is beginning to wander, but Brittany’s pussy looks savory and flavorful and one can’t help but wish to have had the opportunity to wrap one’s lips around those pink folds.
Speaking of eye-catching pussy, you have to admire the tight and firm details of Nicole Aniston’s pussy as she fucks her fellow’s cock. Extra points for the intense wetness, the reflection along her chest and that “you want some?” look complete with raised eyebrow. Unfortunately, the rest of the series shows a complete lack of attention to detail, but patience has awarded us this lovely example.
Cute sums up this photograph of Loni Evans. Taken at the end of a hopelessly generic “hardcore fucking” scene, the animalistic tone was lightened by Loni’s exuberant smile. It’s as if she’s thinking, “sometimes these sets don’t come out right, but I’m young, I’m living my dream and I love it.” As mentioned in a previous post, it’s all about the attitude and Loni Evans radiates positivity right here.
It’s incredible what a different angle can do for your photography. Case in point, this photo of Natalie Rogue. The cheap stereotypical porn set and harsh lighting sent this to the trash can in no time. But thankfully, the photographer got down low, eliminating all elements of the studio utilizing the light more effectively. I think she may have used some sort of pink filter to bring out the natural colors of the lips, nipples and pussy. This photo has it all: drama, framing, attitude and all the right skin.
At a glance, you may be able to tell what was wrong with this set. Maybe it’s the crooked painting, the clashing colors, or the cracks in the wall, but this wasn’t making the cut. But then I saw Amia Miley’s arched back propped up breasts and swollen nipples. This one is all about the pose and Amia pulled it off.
Lastly, I want to point out a set that started weak and finished very strong. Featuring Alexis Texas, the first third of these photos were shall-we-say uninspired. But the photographer completely switched gears and ended with a truly memorable series of erotica that is a detailed study of Alexis Texas’ vulva as it responds to sexual intercourse. Colors and focus are razor sharp and despite the extremely explicit nature of the subject, this is very tastefully done. I will share more from this series at a later date.
So if there is a lesson to be learned here, it’s to reserve judgement. I understand that pornography is hard to do and often times the grandest visions turn into mediocre smut. This goes for art or porn or whatever else you lay your eyes upon. Have some patience, think on it and you just might find something you would regret to have missed.
All photos taken with permission from Hustler.
Love the format of this particular post! Let’s us cruise past each individual picture as if we were going through a guided tour at the Met. (“Studies in Erotic Exhibitionism: Overlooked Gems of Otherwise Middlebrow Smut.”) And the overall theme reminds us of that even-a-stopped-clock-is-right-two-times-a-day–e.g. enough clicks of the shutter is bound to capture some nice moments. Our two faves:
* Gisele Leon: Just a great pose that implies passion as much as actually displaying it. Cropped or with creative logos, this would make a great album cover for a riot grrrl punk band.
* Nicole Aniston: Just because we now have a fond association with her from that joy-of-sex Randall shoot, for the look back at us at Artful Porn points out, and that amazing wetness.