Pornography and its appeal are nothing new to mankind. In fact, the history of pornography and erotica goes back to ancient times with the first pornogrpahic images painted on cave walls thousands of years ago. Sexual depictions were also commonly seen in Greek and Roman pottery and sculpture and later in the writings of well-known authors and poets such as Pietro Aretino 15th century Italian author.
In Britain, many believe the turning point in what ‘society’ regarded as obscene, was the famous 1960s court battle over D.H. Lawrence’s novel, Lady Chatterly’s Lover under the then Obscene Publications Act. A jury decided the book was not obscene and should be published.
As always, there have been many paradoxs over what is considered by the authorities as obscene and what is not. Famous art works depicting nudity such as Venus of Urbino by Titian, Les Demoiselles d'Avignon by Picasso and many more were generally excused from the tag of pornography and regarded as erotica by scholars. They held the view that the nature of such works is intellectual in nature and it is the creative process that distinguished them from pornographic material.
The beginning of the 20th century was a boom era for pornography. Visual and printed materials with explicit sexual content were mass-produced and an industry was gradually starting to grow. Whereas in the past centuries, sexual works of art and literature were enjoyed by only a limited social class, in the modern period of technology, the masses realised that access to such works was no longer impossible. With the invention of film, there were new boundaries for those who created pornography. In the 70s and 80s, with the availibility of the VCR, there was even more access to pornography; people could now view it within the confines of their home.
Since the 90s, the boundaries have been pushed further by introducing new concepts and features into pornographic works. The tendency is now to try as many new things as possible in a bid to be unique, and more exciting.
Millions of people access pornographic sites and buy porn magazines and DVDs around the world every single day and interestingly, a growing number of women also enjoy using pornography as part of their own sexual fulfilment. Today, the porn industry boasts many women directors, and there is even a market for porn produced by and aimed specifically at women.
So is everyone who watches porn depraved? The answer is almost certainly not. For whilst those who oppose porn argue it has a dark side, the same too could be said about religion for example. Does that mean that all religion should be denounced as bad?
People are sexual beings, and sex is an important human need for emotional wellbeing. Sexual repression on the other hand, has been proven in various medical studies to have a negative outcome.
The art of taking sexy photos...
Men love gazing at saucy photos and sexy photography is great for your sex life. Not only is it a great form of foreplay, but it also fulfils porn star and glamour model fantasies.
So here are some top photography tips to help you on your way...
1. You need a digital camera. There's nothing worse than having to collect your sexy photos from Boots or Jessops when you know they have had a sneaky peep at your photos. Of course, most people are using digital cameras these days, so this is really not too much of a problem as film cameras fade out altogether. When you buy your digital camera, also buy additional memory cards. If you have a 3 megapixel camera, get at least a 256MB card, 512MBs for 4 megapixel models, and 1GB for for 6 megapixels and up. That way, you'll never miss another shot because your memory card is full.
2. You can feel a bit silly posing, trying to look sexy and having no idea of where to put your hands. Get some adult porn magazines. They have professionals demonstrating the sexy poses for you. Copy the stance and positioning of the photos you like in the magazines.
3. Get some props! If you are holding something, leaning somewhere or have something to do with your hands, you will look more natura, and won’t feel uncomfortable. The props might be an everyday object, food, a sex toy or a door frame. Also, massage baby oil into your skin.
4. Play some music or have a bottle of wine to help you relax. If you are taking the photos with your lover, you will soon stop feeling silly as they get hornier watching you posing and teasing.
5. Forget less is more, and remember more is best! Leave something to the imagination, save all your intimate bits 'n' body parts for the passionate sex scene, don't flash them off in the snaps - this leaves nothing for the grand finale. Sexy photos are just an appetiser. A few shots of a slow sensual strip show are far more arousing than an upfront and in-your-face view of your flange! Get your sexy Funtimz undies on or wrap yourself in a towel or some bed sheets and show little hints of flesh.
6. Try to create a sexy smile - never smile with your lips fully closed. Try imagining you have a pea or a two pence piece that you are holding between your lips. Also give your lips a lick before the shot to give them shine.
7. Check your location. Your photographs won’t turn out very sexy if unwanted mess is in the frame. Make sure that the area you are using is tidy. And wherever you are taking your pics, make sure you are not going to be disturbed - it can be very embarrassing!
8. Beware of mirrors! If you’re using a flash, mirrors can leave a white star-like flash on your snap. Also, make sure the photographer cannot see themselves in a mirror that is in the shot. Be aware also that they can show the back of you to camera - we don't want you getting caught with loo roll hanging out of your knickers!
9. Back lighting (having a light shine behind your subject) is flattering. It softens the outline, and makes you look slimmer.
10. Taking photos outside - a very risky business! Make sure you are not going to be disturbed or arrested! She could always be wearing the Funtimz policewoman’s outfit just in case, she’ll certainly make a very arresting sight! Warm up the tones of your photo and give yourself a warm sexy glow by changing the white balance on your camera from auto to cloudy. It increases the reds and yellows resulting in a richer, warmer shot.
11. Make your legs sexier girls! Firstly, check out the range of sexy stockings and tights by clicking this link, and always point your toes even if your feet are going to be touching the ground (when sitting in a chair for example). It makes your legs look longer and more shapely. If you’re going to wear shoes, wear high heels or sexy boots. Check out Funtimz Footwear. This is because high-heeled shoes instantly improve your posture and improve the shape of your legs. Don't just stand with your legs together like a soldier on sentry duty, it’s not doing you or the snap any favours. Instead, stand with your legs a stride apart or cross one in front of the other to exaggerate the leg length.
12. Experiment with camera angles, they can add to the mood of your finished photo. Looking down on your subject makes them look very submissive; whilst having the camera look up at the subject from a lower position makes them look dominant and powerful. Also, have a play with up skirt and down top shots.
13. DIY Sexy Photos. For an added surprise at work, email him a 'right at this very moment' photo taken with the self-timer function. This delays the firing of the shutter for up to 10 seconds. Also handy for the missing photographer syndrome!
14. If something does manage to spoil your photo remember you can always crop and change your digital images later on your computer.
15. Work it, baby! It’s a digital camera so it costs nothing to take hundreds of photos. You can always disregard photos you don't like later. The more different photos you take with different lighting and camera angles, the better chance you have of finding the perfect, sexiest photo.
16. Don't stand face on to the camera. It’s not very interesting and it’s not very flattering either. If you must stand face on to the camera, turn slightly away to improve the shot.
17. Most importantly, have fun! Because it comes across in the photograph if you are enjoying yourself or not. You’re not going to turn on the viewer of the photo if you look like you have the snap taken under duress!
