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Published: 2009-05-18 02:18:53 +0000 UTC; Views: 62663; Favourites: 2329; Downloads: 0
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Materials and Methods
Nikon D80 + 50mm f1.8 + IR remote. Tutu is made. Octopus lamp for lighting. Minor vignetting in post editing. Color balancing. Darkened shadows and increased midtones to create a slightly better contrast.

Additional Comments
Hoping to do more with this style of lighting. I've been meaning to do this concept for awhile. I would much prefer it done with a pregnant model though. If anyone wants to replicate the concept with a pregnant model feel free; I'd love to see the results. Or maybe I'll try this shot again in a decade or so

PS: No, these markings are not the markings for a real cesarean. This is simply a conceptual realization; not a literal representation.

I generally hate explaining concepts but some people seem to be interpreting this photo way too literally. One deviant seems to have summed up the interpretation fairly well: "Sounds painful. But what do I know about childbirth; I'm a guy. LOL on the tic-tac-toe board!"

In other words: It's a lighthearted, childish spin on a painful sacrifice inspired by personal oblivion.

If you want to suggest another title, feel free. If you interpreted the concept differently, I'd love to hear what it was
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Comments: 286

Norbert2009 [2009-05-18 02:41:16 +0000 UTC]

Overall

Vision

Originality

Technique

Impact


First of all... love in an another place where you can find a woman that is half nude and that she hide her breast... how sweet! Hummmm actually we could think that this woman had a surgery or some medical test to her belly. Maybe she wanted to be pregnant but could not find the right man to be a father. I am a father and I know what it is.... not to be pregnant of course hehehe but to want a child. The red robe makes her a litle taste for a passionate night with her man. Or maybe she cant have babies and is disapointed of that... that is a great message you give to women. Oh god I feel like a woman.....

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JeanFan In reply to Norbert2009 [2009-05-18 21:05:34 +0000 UTC]

Not exactly the concept I had in mind but a very interesting take

Your critique makes me blush slightly since I am the model And your proposed circumstances behind the photo is definitely not mine

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Helenalani [2017-04-30 17:28:01 +0000 UTC]

Great,
nice work.

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YaoiK [2013-07-25 02:12:35 +0000 UTC]

This beautiful photo was featured in my "Conceptual" feature on my page! If you have a problem with this, please inform me and I will remove it. c:

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sandranataly [2012-12-10 09:49:31 +0000 UTC]

feature here sweetie [link]

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doyles-slave [2012-09-09 20:27:31 +0000 UTC]

Hello Just wanted to let you know that your work has been featured on my page. Have a great day! [link]

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kanata91 [2012-05-18 09:23:09 +0000 UTC]

i like it !

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butterfliesareblue [2011-11-09 03:46:55 +0000 UTC]

This is amazing (: love it.

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boberderino [2011-11-09 03:37:42 +0000 UTC]

pfft tic tac toe

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butterfliesareblue In reply to boberderino [2011-11-09 03:46:06 +0000 UTC]

play widd mee c:

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boberderino In reply to butterfliesareblue [2011-11-09 03:46:43 +0000 UTC]

Done!

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jeannieinabottle7 [2011-09-10 02:19:08 +0000 UTC]

how much are your tutus?

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Helenalani In reply to jeannieinabottle7 [2017-04-30 17:29:26 +0000 UTC]

try joannes fabric or yandy. pettiskirts are on etsy too or vintage stores.

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the-flying-scot [2011-05-08 19:28:05 +0000 UTC]

I think it is a tattoo of a pirates treasure map and "O" marks the spot.

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TagyK1 [2011-04-06 22:17:00 +0000 UTC]

really great!

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NathiLuke [2011-02-07 17:55:39 +0000 UTC]

this is pretty.

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Chiaraaura [2011-01-20 18:40:15 +0000 UTC]

WOW!!! I love it!!! <3

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ChrisJMilne [2011-01-14 17:26:42 +0000 UTC]

Wow, this is beautiful!

I love the warm lighting and the dress is freakin awesome too!

Beautiful pose. Gorgeous girl!

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may12324 [2010-12-21 03:23:54 +0000 UTC]

do u mind if i use this?
its a beautifl picture and i would like to have my hand at trying to draw itC:

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JeanFan In reply to may12324 [2010-12-25 03:02:08 +0000 UTC]

Feel free to draw it. I'd love to see the results Just credit and link back to this in the Artist's Comments.

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may12324 In reply to JeanFan [2010-12-25 03:37:58 +0000 UTC]

okay,thanx

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danthemainman777 [2010-12-20 15:16:44 +0000 UTC]

Awesome color palette !! love this photo

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rishi-11-2002 [2010-12-03 04:57:05 +0000 UTC]

i wanna put a cross on the top right corner.

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enigma-rain [2010-11-29 05:51:24 +0000 UTC]

I interpreted the title and exposed stomach as the idea of a sacrifice for the sake of someone else, but I saw the tic tac toe as almost...how should I put it...being used for someone else enjoyment, regardless of the subjects health.

I might have over thought it.

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dangaran22 [2010-11-08 07:42:22 +0000 UTC]

gorgeous

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EruvatarPT [2010-08-10 10:57:39 +0000 UTC]

i like the way this one's composed, like if she's falling (tho its not what i feel from this)

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Morganne-Blue12 [2010-06-24 19:24:27 +0000 UTC]

this is very nice

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BurntFlower [2010-06-18 04:44:04 +0000 UTC]

Brilliant + Beautiful

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emmajane7 [2010-05-27 13:22:29 +0000 UTC]

Featured! [link]

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paramore1055 [2010-05-26 02:19:42 +0000 UTC]

i love the skirt, where did you get it?

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JeanFan In reply to paramore1055 [2010-05-26 02:32:07 +0000 UTC]

As stated in the Artist's Comments: the tutu is made

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MonsterClock [2010-05-24 09:03:30 +0000 UTC]

this is amazing! i love your artwork

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nehcy [2010-05-16 22:19:50 +0000 UTC]

lovely

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MiracleP [2010-05-03 06:38:54 +0000 UTC]

Cool -- Has a certain mystery to it) It evokes a natural curiosity within me for some reason.

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Emeral07 [2010-04-12 12:34:44 +0000 UTC]

It is a painful sacrifice, I very recently had a cesarean, and this makes me smile...I was scared to death but it turned out to be a pleasant and comical experience. XD

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JeanFan In reply to Emeral07 [2010-04-12 12:37:34 +0000 UTC]

Congrats

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SneachtaPix [2010-03-31 19:38:48 +0000 UTC]

Brilliant, love this, very well done and great concept !

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fishlemon [2010-02-23 12:59:42 +0000 UTC]

you're my idollllllll :...love it

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Passaya [2010-02-12 09:05:14 +0000 UTC]

Great Idea..

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rb5374 [2010-01-16 18:54:57 +0000 UTC]

This is stunning. The colour and lighting really make this a incredible shot. It must have took a while to get this to look so cool. I love it!

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Kenny-Gulley [2009-12-10 20:22:30 +0000 UTC]

Or maybe I'll try this shot again in a decade or so
... hehehe

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Freakin-Gorgeous [2009-12-05 17:05:32 +0000 UTC]

i love the color

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K-Inspiration12 [2009-12-04 03:47:04 +0000 UTC]

I Love this, and the way you have used light in the photo.
And as for the name; I think you can name it whatever you like as it IS your work
x

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xblackxbloodxcellx [2009-10-21 21:10:52 +0000 UTC]

This image has been featured: [link]

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Jeannieblue [2009-10-21 14:12:27 +0000 UTC]

I have featured this fabulous piece of your art @ [link]

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ugurhsdmr [2009-09-12 11:57:09 +0000 UTC]

hahaha x o x

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Oshrit182 [2009-08-12 13:56:22 +0000 UTC]

Good job, featured! [link]
Please , Thanks.

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JeanFan In reply to Oshrit182 [2009-08-13 15:02:57 +0000 UTC]

thanks again

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CallMeMatthew [2009-07-25 20:19:36 +0000 UTC]

Kinda of scary.
Looks more like tick tack toe

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JeanFan In reply to CallMeMatthew [2009-07-29 00:21:32 +0000 UTC]

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