Misty Dawn: Portrait of a Muse
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Book Reviews of Misty Dawn: Portrait of a Muse
Book Review: Professional still lifes
Summary: 5 Stars
Originally assumed Sturges would be a bit of a pedophile, but none of this work (or his others) are obviously erotic. Rather these are family pictures, of gentle, casual nudity, just as so many great photogs did casual pictures of people in everyday life. Yes, the jaded can insert eroticism, but I found the pictures to be friendly, as I would approve (with care and caution) for my own daughters and sons. Sturges admits to a factor of eros, but that exists in mainstream magazines, films, etc., to a much greater extent because they are intentionally sexy, and try hard to become borderline porno. In Sturges' work I found no porn, no sexiness, no commercial push, just a pleasing image, as one would find a great artwork, a landscape, a fine wine. The beauty of young women, and I admit I'm smitten with Misty Dawn, is timeless, clothed or not. Along with Hamilton, I find Sturges' work calming, a reminder that there really is beauty in the world, not just the everyday ugliness (like Hollywood glamour). Real people, real beauty, real world. If you aren't comfortable with honest nudity, don't buy this art. I'm a man, and not at all ashamed of appreciating the opposite sex, as I have discovered they appreciate men and boys. Sex isn't dirty, and doesn't need to be pornographic to be enjoyed. Put in its proper place(thanks mom and dad), such as art, it can simply be appreciated for what it is. I like portraits, whether face or full body or in between, and these portraits are lovely. If your friends aren't dirty-minded, this is one of an assortment of great coffee table books.Book Review: A unique portrait
Summary: 5 Stars
Any one photo captures a person for one instant. This collection presents twenty-four years of the woman's life. Not just a model, Misty Dawn is Sturges's friend and inspiration. That friendship comes through clearly in this progression of photos. The earliest shows a solemn girl, maybe seven years old. Even then, she confronted the camera directly. That self-possession, plus a face with a strong beauty even then, remain constant throughout.
Later pictures show Misty Dawn growing through her coltish early teens, blossoming into young adulthood, and having children of her own. Since she comes from a naturist family, she most often appears wearing only her native charm. That lets the viewer trace each stage leading up to the full womanly beauty of the last pictures, probably around age thirty.
Other one-model collections exist, including some very good ones. They all present one stage of the model's life, though - just a few days or months of her life. Since this covers the large majority of the model's life, it offer a unique view, not just one moment, but all the passages she has experienced. But it doesn't just show Misty Dawn herself, it shows Sturges's view of her as a lifelong friend, and that adds immeasurably to this incredible montage.
-- wiredweird
Book Review: Wonderful!
Summary: 5 Stars
Excellent work focusing on Jock Sturges' photography of his true muse, Misty Dawn. The book features many images of Misty that have never been in the public eye, as well as the best of the images with which we are familiar. Following her life through Jock's first image in of her in 1983 through 2007, we get a much better feel for her personality and spirit. I'm glad Misty is getting the recognition she deserves. She is a modern-day Mona Lisa, and will live on in Jock's photographs for all time.Book Review: The muse, the photographer
Summary: 5 Stars
Excellent book by an exceptional photographer. Delicacy, elegance and naturalness are the constants of the art of J. Sturges. A classic.Book Review: Jock Sturges
Summary: 5 Stars
Oh, here is a very sesitive portrait of an very special muse...don't miss this! The pix is so full of love....
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