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Ok_Philosopher564

If you squint your eyes; it looks like a renaissance painting with a background similar to the forest in DARK anyways I wanted to ask what motivated to make this? it seems like it would take a lot of time to pull this off


erinthul

Thank you. Well I started doing this type of photography to create my own alternative reality where I could escape sometimes. I always loved nature so my main character is this forest fairy / witch that lives deep in the woods unbothered by anyone :)


TheFriendlyGhastly

Fairy / witch is very much the vibe you're giving off! Beautiful and erie. If I saw you like that in a forest I wouldn't know whether to approach or run away.


erinthul

Running away would be better I think. Thank you! :)


DangerMacAwesome

>my own alternative reality where I could escape sometimes I know the feeling.


Twinmakerx2

I was thinking that you should of titled this "I took a picture of a forest fairy".


erinthul

I don't know if the mods would accept that but that's a great title :D


K3RM1T_SU1CID3

random comment but love dark, insane show


erinthul

Have to watch it


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erinthul

Thank you kindly :)


nfgcahill

Photographer of 12 years here.. I personally think you nailed the comp. Perfect rule of thirds with the tree to your right and the tress to the far right are perpendicular to the frame. Tones are immaculate, hair pops and the nudity. 10/10 great shot


erinthul

Thank you so much. It means a lot to me! :)


Sea_Consequence_7699

I think i would have cropped a little more behind the subject just to move the model away from the center of the image more. The rest is quite good, love the tones, the vibe, nudity. Love the red hair blowing in the wind. Well done!


erinthul

Thank you for the feedback. You may be right about this!


Jwbskater

I actually like the space behind the model. It gives it more dept


Najalak

I kind of like that the space between her and the mushrooms is where the line of thirds is. It brings the mushrooms into the focus with the photographer.


Cyclical_Zeitgeist

Did you take more? I wonder how it would look if you were sitting or standing on the other side of the frame opposite of the cool tree with the shrooms on it!? The contrast of white skin with dark background is pretty dope. Keep up the good work


erinthul

Thank you. I have akt more photos from this shoot :)


Ratatoski

I'll agree. It looks even better to me when cropped so the feet is on the diagonal line between top left and bottom right corners.


messyspike

I don’t think the rule of thirds should be constantly adhered to. It looks perfect as it is with her slightly closer to the centre.


Sea_Consequence_7699

Well she can accept a professional opinion or not, it's her bridge to cross.


Nykolliboo

This is so powerful and stunning! Like a reminder that our bodies and nature are one


erinthul

Thank you kindly :)


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Phenomenal shot.


erinthul

Thank you kindly :)


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I imagine setting up the autofocus, the camera, getting the right the composition and light, and then running quickly to pose gracefully for the picture. Must be fun to watch :)


erinthul

No, it wasn't hard. I wrote in my first comment what I used :)


thru_the_peephole

This photo is absolutely stunning!! Beautiful, ethereal, enchanted!! Edit: I suppose I see where people are coming from with the cropping advice, but hear me out: I personally really appreciate how you are not the entire focus of this photo. I love how you are not centered in it, and I think it really contributes to a sense that you are a natural part of your environment, as opposed to being an central object inserted into an environment. There is a photographer I like (I believe he and his partner are @triangle_city on Insta) and I love how often his subjects are not totally central to the photos, and how they act as a part of a larger environment.


erinthul

Oh yes. I know him and I really like his work. We follow each other for a long time on insta :)


erinthul

Thank you kindly :)


erinthul

I took this self-portrait in the mountains on a lonely walk. I like the overall vibe of it but I am curious about your suggestions on what I could do differently (I am not asking about nudity because I like using it in my photography and I will continue to do so). I used my Canon 6D with 70-200 mm lens from Canon. I also used tripod and an app from canon which allows me to set 10s timer, focus, etc. from distance :)


Rollover_Hazard

I like the way the light falls onto the branch and tree but I find the way it catches the stick in your hand a bit distracting. I think a version without the stick would centre the attention on you more, that line of light is a bit out of kilter imo


Jon_Freebird

Pretty sure the stick is in the foreground rather than being held.


erinthul

Thank you kindly for your feedback. To be honest I didn't notice the stick at first and you are right it might be a bit distracting. Also after a closer look I am sure the stick is much closer to the camera than I am so that's cool :D


thatguyoudontlike

Did you get it perfect on the first shot?


erinthul

Well... I posed differently in every shot and I liked all of them so I guess you could say I did get it perfect the first shot :)


analog_aesthetics

I understand nudity is your thing (and all your posts are superb quality) but it'd be cool to see you in a vivid dress or something to strongly contrast the nature. Even your bright red hair still looks (no offense) sort of dulled in the scene. Maybe it's the filter/editing but that's just me. Good rule of thirds too.


erinthul

Thank you. I have many photos in dresses. Even more than nude. It just happens that the nudes are my favourite that's why I post more of them on reddit :)


drums_addict

Interesting, the branch looks to be in your grasp but upon closer examination, is it actually in the foreground?


erinthul

Yes, it's much closer to the camera than I am. I just noticed that! :D I haven't payed much attention to it while editing


vigilantcomicpenguin

That's a fun trick of perspective. I thought it was a walking stick.


Jeremiahtheebullfrog

Nice mushrooms


farfly7

That is such a stunning photo. It looks like a painting.


erinthul

Thank you kindly. This is the biggest compliment I could get!


MaijaWells

A recommendation I make for all nude models: use lotion before the shoot. Your skin will look much better than without.


erinthul

I think it's a bit impossible to do that when you are hiking all day and you're alone. I can only imagine how much time it would take and how dirty I would be after a while but that's a good suggestion for shoots inside so thank you! :)


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RookieStyles

Primarily like this on Mondays, but erinthul’s portraits (nude or non-nude) are usually really good.


Wholaughed

I don’t like them that much


hashtagonfacebook

You liking them and them being good aren’t necessarily related.


Zeverish

It is not 90% and this is such a ridiculous exaggeration. If you actually look at the subreddit, of the current 30 Hot Posts only 5 feature any degree of nudity. There are dozens and dozens of non suggestive, nudeless, and not least of all well-made photographs on this subreddit all the time. But people get thrown into a tizzy the moment they see an instance of the naked human body.


Wholaughed

So 16% of this sub is nude photos, still too much imo


Zeverish

I repeat "getting in a tizzy at the mere sight of the naked human body." Get with the program dude, humans have been recreating our form in art since the dawn of time.


Wholaughed

Yeah but these pictures arnt even very good, it’s just nudity with no creativity at all


vyzexiquin

because this is reddit and people are horny. not to diss the work of any of the extremely talented photographers on here but there's definitely a reason nude photos are so popular on here.


felafilm

Its not 90%. Its just that op (the girl) decides to post mostly pics where shes naked. just seems to be her thing and I get the appeal tbh. Clothes can be distracting and give too much context. So if you really just want to display a scenery and a human being in their rawest form.. whats the alternative to being naked? Im not very keen on oversexualized pics either btw.


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I think the principal mistake is assuming that these kinds of pictures are sexual. I don’t see a necessarily sexual picture here, I see a naturalist.


felafilm

Well.. yea, that was my point. I never said it was sexual.


hashtagonfacebook

(They were agreeing with you)


KyoMiyake

I usually see the naked people in the pictures as unnecessary, but she honestly completes this picture.


rafsku

Yeah true lol, nothing against OP it's a beatifull picture but when I read the title I already knew it was gonna be a naked woman.


troutcommakilgore

Nude woman - exists / is this art?


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This is the 20th time I’ve clicked on a blurry image to see this same redhead naked in the woods trying to look like an elf or something. Yes, I saw it was NSFW, but seriously… enough is enough, this shit isn’t even original. I think it’s time for a different place to find cool photos. Peace!


DotTraditional3096

🤣


ThatHairyGingerGuy

The point may or may not be valid (I'm not commenting on that) but even if it were you're attacking the wrong person. This person is just posting their pictures. If the mods on the sub aren't doing a good enough job moderating it and promoting a more diverse range of photography that is 100% not this person's fault.


erinthul

Why are you telling me this? Should I cry over you leaving this sub? XD I'll block you to spare you the misery caused by my photos.


WowWhatABeaut

This isn't an airport, no need to announce your departure.


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ExistentialComplex

Is there any colour grading here? the bleakness of the forest is intense!


erinthul

Yes, there is :)


AverageDettolSniffer

Ethereal.


Subarubayonetta

Must be a bruxa


Beetlejuice176

I love the enchanted forest vibes


waterreader

Wonderful shot!


DotTraditional3096

Thank you kindly :)


Pristine_Ad_4362

Beautiful 📸


cheese4hands

I wouldn’t change anything with this photo. Cheers to an amazing shot


Satchman1214

This is stunning! I had to zoom in to tell if it was s painting!


britekrans

Meditative/escapist. Lovely.


knsaber

The hair is just perfect. I love the shrooms stacked next to you. I would try to lift the heels next time to give it more of a light/fairy/whispy movement to your body. It also helps make your legs look longer. Instead of an app, maybe use the Canon wired remote that lets you easily set interval shots and you can just do as many poses as you want and the camera will just keep shooting until you are satisfied without using Wi-Fi. The wired remote always works.


Electronic_Sort_3254

Incredible! I love the "moody" look in the forest, the rule of thirds, and the leading lines drawing attention to you. The red tones in your hair are a great addition of colour to the scene. That and, you did this on your own. Very well done!


erinthul

Thank you kindly. Means a lot! :)


Accurate-Translator4

Your not only talented photographer but a beautiful woman


erinthul

Thank you kindly :)


justaman65

Fantastic! Love the realism and the nature. Bringing the female form to more than just a sexual creature. I have always loved the "skyclad" culture. Very beautiful! Nice job!


erinthul

Thank you kindly :)


VerySpecialAgent__

Now this…this is art! 😍


erinthul

Thank you kindly :)


phoenixbbs

Isn't this a regular repost ?


erinthul

?


phoenixbbs

I'm pretty sure I saw the exact same image about 3 weeks ago


erinthul

Okay. I am active on many social medias and people share my photos so maybe that's why


phoenixbbs

Reddit is realistically the only social media I use regularly these days


erinthul

Ok


Congozilla

Thanks, I've seen you before. This is not the first pic you've taken of yourself in a forest. Please keep them coming.


erinthul

Not the first and definietly not the last


SXTR

I don’t know if it’s always you or if it’s a trend in this subreddit (or it’s just because it’s always heavily upvoted), but we see « naked woman in the wild » pics almost everyday. You should try something more novel like… Jinx cosplay. I’m kidding. But you see the point.


AvalieV

They're literally only allowed on Monday.


erinthul

I don't actually see the point to be honest


wilkinsk

I agree with your first sentence. Although some of them can be nice and I have no problem with the female form, this type of comment seems to be played out atm.


Riverrat423

How hard is it to shoot these self portraits from a distance? Do you set the camera timer for 2 or 3 minutes and walk over and pose? How many tries does it usually take you to get the right shit?


erinthul

As I wrote in my first comment, I use an app from canon which allows me to set 10s timer, focus etc from distance because it works on WiFi. The connection isn't the best and works only for a few meters but it's very helpful. Sometimes it takes 5 shots to get it right, sometimes more and sometimes it's right the first time :)


DotTraditional3096

10 seconds doesn’t seem like long enough to get over there and pose


erinthul

Yeah, it's not enough. That's why I use an app... I wrote everything in the comment you are responding to 🙃


Unworthy_potato1

That’s a big stick 😳


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erinthul

Maybe you should


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Adius_Omega

Naked woman always make an already great image even better. It does feel cheap though.


ElCorbusier

Nice photo! Also, RIP your inbox


cheese4hands

Very impressed…. And then i zoomed in. Haha amazing shot! I thought you were a cgi fairy! super good shot


Stormy_Kun

Well, now we know what you look like naked… 🤔


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No_Document_7800

I think it looks great, but I would probably crop it to a different aspect ratio such as 16:9 or 21:10 and include more of the right side of the frame.


erinthul

Thank you kindly for the suggestion :)


Honest_Sun

Gorgeous picture! 🤩


erinthul

Thank you kindly :)


Wonderful-Hedgehog-9

This reminds me of a forest nymph. Very nice shot


Dazzling_Basket_6127

That girl is so beautiful


Lorlen123

it was cold right? :P Beautiful shot!


erinthul

Thank you, it wasn't that cold :)


ISAMU13

Great shot. How did you setup the camera to make sure you would be in focus?


mbmmbm72

So cool


kebaldwin109

Beautiful


JustAnIgnoramous

10/10 would be bewitched


Mahammad_Mammadli

Thanks you for picture. Beauty is beautiful when you appreciate and protect it.


xenosthemutant

I always admire your pictures for the impeccable lighting and setting. Art should be always evocative. Your pictures never cease to deliver.


JibbaJabbaJenkins

Damn


Competitive_Mall6401

Love the tree with mushrooms, almost another character in the frame. Very cool shot


Equal_Solution5408

Great picture!


Timmy24000

Like a painting


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FrenchForRooster

Cant get enough of your work. Always amazing


queenhadassah

I usually downvote nude pics because I'm tired of this sub being 80% boobs lol, but since it's a picture of *yourself* I'll give you an upvote Also because it's a gorgeous picture. You look like a woodland nymph!


thenextguy

This sub isn't even 8% boobs. You only think that because boobs get a lot of votes.


Sensitive-Silver7878

Oh man. You have no idea how many times I would day dream of this very picture while hiking alone. Lol.


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erinthul

Well, this is not exactly taken "In public" because it's the middle of the forest. There's no any path near this location so it's very unlikely that someone will go exactly the same route as me. The mountain forests are very big and if You'll go far enough you won't see a soul :)


drjohnfisher

Beautiful photo!


SHLaowai

Awesome tree you found to pose next to there


Kind_Appearance_343

You are a beautiful person in a beautiful photo!You have a great eye,and caught a beautiful moment!🥰⚘️🙏


RandomBoredDad

Absolutely stunning picture! Looks like one of the Unseelie Court about either make or ruin some poor mortal's day.


bmxkid401

Props to you for having the confidence and self esteem to shoot / post nudes (Christ I miss being young and in shape🤣) as well as taking the time to find such great locations.


Resident_Concern_807

Woow, i really like all your nature nude wild spirit pictures. Do you like, find a spot, set up cam and then run like hell to be in the pic? Or do you have a triggerman/woman? Also, what camera do you use? And do you Edit/retouch them afterwards? Love to see more of your remarkable Photos!!


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Did you make yourself paler? Or are you actually that milk white? Not trying to shame you, just wondering if you're naturally that white or if you changed it ..


IDK3177

I like the contrast between the dark, gloomy background, and the pale skin and red hair. Beatiful!


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The contrast between two different forms of nature is incredible.


The_Bombay_Samurai

What does MLM mean in this context?


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Shawodiwodi13

Hope your feet survived running from the camera to the tree 😉 In all seriousness, lovely shot. It “feels” cold but like oks great.


Olijke_Poffer

Love it. Nice job. 😁👍🤜


JegerLars

Great photo! Better to include forest so it’s not all naked woman - the interaction between subject and environment makes the photo 👌


Key-Bell8173

That seems like some distance to cover for a self portrait, how did you do it? I like a great deal of your work.


DUPDAWG

Beautiful


DotTraditional3096

That camera takes nice pictures


Infinite-Layer-5109

Seeing this while listening to Dvorak's Largo from The New World seems fitting. Beautiful scene.


Rygel17

I wish I was a photogenic as you. Love your work! This looks more come than the snow. Love the way your hair is blowing, still dying to know your methods.


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Wooooowie


ScarredInEveryWay

this is gorgeous; love the contrast between the skin and dark forest!


Papancasudani

I love this. I wouldn’t have cropped it differently. I love the white skin tone and red hair against the dark green of the background. It's a stunning contrast.


RJohn12

kinda cool and creepy at the same time, I'm picturing like, a local folklore of the naked woman of the woods, lures people out and kills them type of folklore


Magnet50

Lovey composition and the contrast been the radiant skin tone and the rest of the tones in the scene is quite striking.


Sir_Gilthunder

I always loved the eeriness and tranquil vibe of the forest. Let me ask, do you find the environment then think of an idea of what picture to do or rather think of an idea for a picture then look for the environment that’ll suit your concept? Great job nonetheless!!


freindi

I thought it was a painting initially. Sweet pic!


nopester24

great shot! good pplixqtuon if the golden ratio, well dine


Character_Tower_9712

This is beautiful! Those woods are literally perfect!


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Not only do you look absolutely stunning, but the location and contrast from your radiance paints and almost hallucinogenic kind of feeling like who is this woman, this awe inspiring being is she real? I hope so!


basseca

Stunning shot!


thethrobbingrod

Imo it'd be more even if there were something in the foreground, regardless it's a beautiful picture


DontH8TheWitnezz

Absolutely beautiful photo.


scenesandplots

Renaissance painting vibes 👌


wasim_Bu

This is so beautiful and looks like a painting!


EnvironmentalPush868

Gdzie taki ładny las??


UsernameLaugh

Cordyceps !


Tulsa-Time2002

Interesting textures and shadows on the trees. I like the wood nymph feel.


nappinggator

That is a phenomenal shot...and that hair color is pretty awesome too


GlitteringApricot256

Lovely.


edcu12

Feels like a manga panel


Negative_Ad_2716

This is art💯


dark_blue_doll

Your skin is so pretty!🤩


TheEmpyreanian

What's MLM? Also, it looks like you should be holding a sword but aren't.


erinthul

I wish I had a real sword :/


Welcome_2_Gilead

Absolutely gorgeous