These Beautiful Compositions Show The Male Body As An Evocative Tapestry
by Chidozie Obasi
If Richard Avedon was the pioneer who heaved quintessential beauty to photography, Marcello Arena is one of his worthy heirs. Chief lover of the art of conceal and reveal, Arena’s poignancy-charged photography might just overwhelm the fainthearted. Fucking Young! took a deep breath and dived in.
Taking body-phrasing as a provocative means of expression, this visual series celebrates childhood and the nuance of early living. The photographer, teamed with make-up artist Mattia Andreoli, envision the body as a tapestry, pulling together bold streaks and subtle doodles into an empirical canvas. Through the body, Arena’s intent is to shape a reality of escape and freedom, prodding his sensitivity on a powerful crescendo.
Photography: Marcello Arena @marcello_arena
Mua & Body Art: Mattia Andreoli @__mattiaandreoli__
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