Leather. One of the oldest goods of mankind. The fact it is made of animal skin already implies the strength of the product. It is durable and strong, elastic and protective. Leather is the ultimate organic expression of pure masculinity.
Lace. A light-weighted, refined fabric, often created with open patterns that creates an even stronger emphasize on its delicate personality. Beautifully crafted it is mostly used for trimmings, ruffles and fringes and adds a unmistakable feminine touch to any piece of clothing or home decoration.
Leather and lace, so different in personality and together so strong in bringing the perfect harmony of masculinity with a soft edge. Something Thomas Synnamon understand as no other and masterly uses as a concept in one of his most recent series Leather & Lace. Posing his models in what has become characteristic for Thomas’ photographic work, and having them dressed with touches of leather and lace, Thomas has been able to create an ambiance of strong masculinity, sugar coated by a soft layer of femininity. The 21st century man, seen by Thomas Synnamon is anything but feminine and anything but butch. It is a man that has the dangerous look of a pure predator, able to seduce you with his kindness and softness. A dreamlike, sexual radiance.
Thomas Synnamon's leather & lace series is part of the first book he is about to publish with his work. By using strong athletic male models, that curve and bulge at all the right places, and are the manifestation of modern day male sexuality, Thomas has succeeded in creating a collection of portraits that have a strong editorial look but with a little edge and fun to it. It combines all Thomas has learned in his 4 years career as self-taught photographer. –B-
stunning series, amazing models and beautiful images. Congratulations to all involved!!!!!
Love
Frank
Posted by: Frank Louis | September 30, 2009 at 01:30 AM
Leather and lace...a perfect combination of contrasts...just like yin and yang, light and dark, and of course, masculinity and femininity. The beautiful male models presented here that "curve and bulge at all the right places" have their masculinity tempered by just the right amount of a layer of femininity. I think I'm in love! Thomas is to be congratulated for this exquisite portfolio. Hard to believe he has been a photographer for only four years. Looks like the work of a seasoned professional with many, many years of experience!
Posted by: Steve | September 30, 2009 at 06:19 AM
These are GREAT photographs. Great work Thomas Synnamon. So much beauty.Thank You Beautiful Mag.
Hugs rick
Posted by: Rick | September 30, 2009 at 02:49 PM
He sure is a purdy man!
Posted by: MG | September 30, 2009 at 02:52 PM
He looks like a clown. Giving viewers the fingers isn't cute either. It's just childish. Perhaps this Synnamon person ought to look through some clothing history books going back before, oh, 1920, and then come up with some new ideas. The images are just a big tattered sack of nada.
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Posted by: Lemongello | October 01, 2009 at 03:04 AM
WOW the models are the best I have seen...
Posted by: Jule | October 02, 2009 at 08:27 AM
Amazing pictures!
Who's that model giving finger? Would like to know if there's more pics of him.
Posted by: JM | January 13, 2010 at 02:50 PM
Not only is the model exceptional, the fashion representation made within is also something coming out in fashion photography for men with increasing frequency of late.
Breaking down barriers as to what consists of a man's wardrobe is happening slowly, weather you like it or not !
(finally !)
Posted by: Jason Gardiner | February 25, 2010 at 11:20 PM
Beautiful is right.
Posted by: anonymous | April 28, 2010 at 05:17 PM