Berlin Gay Mates [Hardcover]

Karim Konrad (Photographer), Reed Massengill (Introduction)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 15, 2007

The talented young photographer Karim Konrad approaches his images with a hyperkinetic and unapologetic insouciance. Karim’s visual assault on the senses is overwhelming, and his models are ripe earthy sensuality. An orgy of color exploding with sex and energy makes this collection by a gifted newcomer. • Johannes cuddles alongside a photograph of Greta Garbo and a mirrored disco ball wearing a pair of striped suspenders • Colored-candy letters intended for a birthday cake are affixed to Mario, making him an even tastier treat than he is already • Josh finds himself in high heels, peering into the work of retro physique photographer Champion • Ivo surrenders himself in a black sleep mask, a jockstrap and orange rubber gloves There’s a truthful playfulness in everything Karim shoots. Karim referred to the book you’re holding as "a declaration of love to Berlin.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Karim Konrad's visual assault on the senses is overwhelming, and his models are ripe with their luscious youth. The artist's orgy of color explodes with sexiness and energy, pushing the viewer ever closer to a mental climax as he turns each page of this wonderful collection by this gifted newcomer." -- Reed Massengill

Product Details

• Hardcover: 367 pages
• Publisher: Goliath Books; Mul edition (March 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3936709238
• ISBN-13: 978-3936709230
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.7 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,124,418 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Berlin Boys do not disappoint!!! (EVER!!!!), January 28, 2008

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This review is from: Berlin Gay Mates (Hardcover)

Is it just me, or is this not the most eye-popping visually stunning photography filled with German hotness ever produced?? My boyfriend and I love this book!!! We keep looking at the creative sets and props almost as much as we look at the boys! (Excellent cross section of men as well, so there's a little something for everyone). It really showed the bright side of gay berlin instead of its seedy underbelly...not that I'm not a fan of that either :P Interestingly enough, when flipping through the book, we saw photos of a bartender we met on a previous trip to Berlin who introduced us to a fun afterhours (Thanks Basti!)