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Just Between Us

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No book of its kind (even Chop Suey Club by Bruce Weber) has ever given us such a close view of the relationship between the model and the photographer. You were simply drawn into their world flipping through this book.

Greg Gorman has definitely relaxed and let his guard down this time, which gave us an amazing perspective of the other side of his work, other than his now rather well known immaculately styled portraits. These all results in a wonderful rich combination of well crafted fashion styled works and spontaneuos emotional shoots in the school of Nobuyoshi ARAKI.
Non of the shoots should be viewed on its own or you'll miss understanding the true feeling of this book.

Definitely a highly collectable item.

...I also think there's more going on in these images than Gorman's luscious black&white ganders at Knudson's anatomy. As an academic who thinks a lot about gender roles, and sexual orientation, I find this collaboration between a gay photographer and a straight model a provocative exploration of those very issues. The most interesting images are not those where Knudson is showing off his (admittedly fabulous) body parts, but those that seem to question men's relationships with their bodies and the roles society expects them to play... There's a sort of innocent charm in these photos, a heart warming candor, like a Norman Rockwell picture of a boy and his dog. (Okay, laugh if you will, but I mean it.)... Bravos to both Gregs in this project.

Greg Gorman's "JUST BETWEEN US," recently released by the "boutique" publishing house, Arena Editions, is a collaboration between the very well known and admired photographer and his subject, Greg Knudson. The quality of the work is exceptional in several respects. Gorman, has long ago established himself as a master photographer and has nothing to prove further concerning his considerable skills. What Gorman has created here is a photographic essay featuring one gentleman, Greg Knudson. In certain respects it is not unlike the collaboration between Bruce Weber and Peter Johnson in Weber's now famous "The Chop Suey Club" which was also published by Arena Editions. However, Weber certainly took into consideration that his model (at least at the beginning of their effort) was quite young. Weber appears to have been very sensitive to this fact and produced a beautiful book that showed great respect for his model, Peter Johnson. In Gorman's collaboration with Mr. Knudson, a mature gentleman, both photographer and model could in good taste go much further than Weber did with Chop Suey. The book, with Greg Knudson as its striking focal point is certainly sexy and sexual. It is without a doubt a "no holds barred" work on the male nude, and goes well beyond what one might expect in a serious photographic essay on the male nude. For all who encounter the book, it will certainly be striking, while for some it may be shocking. However, no one will walk away from the book considering it ordinary. It is anything but that. As for the volume itself, it is beautiful and well-made. The paper used is of high quality heavy stock; the clothbound cover is beautiful and a great deal of attention has obviously gone into the production of the volume as a whole. How a volume of this quality ands size can be retailed at such a low cost is amazing. The first printing will probably sell out before I finish writing this piece - AND IT SHOULD!!

I found words hard to come by when reviewing and describing Greg Gorman's last all male nude photography book called AS I SEE IT. Now he presents us with a new book of male nude photography starring "Greg Knudson" continuing his personal obsession with the male nude. Again, I'm at a loss for words. There are so many words I could use to describe this new body of work of his; sexy, erotic, stunning, glamorous, bold, and perhaps pornographic. It's the first time that the exquisite art of photography Gorman is so well-known for (perfect lighting, flawless posing, excellent composition) has been combined to reveal the very intimate and very personal essence of one male model. It's unmatched for its raw sexuality & beauty.

There are over 250 photographs of Greg Knudson that were taken all over the world, from California, to Italy, to Germany, and France over a period of one year. These are scenic & delightful images that evolved between the artist and his subject. Only a mutual trust and admiration could permit such intimate and revealing photos. There are many striking photos of Greg fully clothed and looking like a fashion model, but the ones that will bring a gasp, and a definite second glance by most viewers, will be the many fully aroused shots of this well-endowed model. Greg has a very slight muscular body that is adorned with many tattoos. He has the look, the attitude, the sexiness, and beauty to have a book entirely devoted to just him.

I think both men and women of all ages will truly enjoy this new book. There may be comparisons to other photographers' books on this one, but make no mistake about it, this is a FIRST in male nude photography from a world renowned photographer. This has got to be the boldest compilation of images presented by any photographer today, who has the reputation of being one of the most sought after and admired photographers of our time. A masterful achievement of sexuality and art. As with his previous book AS I SEE IT, I wish I could give this one more than five stars. This attractively produced book, from it's green cloth cover, to it's flawlessly reproduced black and white photographs, make it a must for any collector's library. This is a book not to be missed! Highest Recommendation!

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I'am a photographer myself -- and you can tell that the photographer and the model were totaly on the same page with this book .. I'AM SO GLAD I OWN THIS

Gorman is known for his sensuous male and female nudes: his images excel in composition and quality. Just Between Us focuses on a single model, also named Greg, and juxtaposes nudes with clothed images. Anticipate quite graphic sexual images as well as a huge range of expressions and haunting closeups and fullfigure views. A striking collection and portrait is achieved; recommended for specialty art libraries with strong collections in photography.

While I must admit that Gorman is to be congratulated on his courage in bringing this book to press, it cannot be stressed too strongly that this is no 'coffee table' book. Composition notwithstanding, some of the photographs are pornographic. If pornographic = bad in your estimation then do not buy this book and stay with something a bit more Ritts-like. If however you are open to a new and decidedly different approach to male nude photography then pick up your copy ASAP. Firsts only happen once, I am glad that this one didn't pass me by.

Greg Gorman, the sensation behind, " As I See It, " once again expresses with the lens why it is that he is THE name when it comes to male nude photography. Unlike that "other" photographer iin this genre, Gorman produces a photographic journal that leaves viewers weak and panting for more.
Using a single model may be deemed as shallow and superficial by some, but its an arousing journey into discovering the individual elements of a young man on the brink of manhood that combine to explosive results. Greg Knudson is an innocent angel on one page and a full fledged sex puppy on the next -- arousing a unique combination of sensations and emotions in the viewer. It feels like a voyeuristic peeping tom excursion, only having received previous approval from both Gregs as it were.
This book represents quality at its very best from the cloth binding to the textured sepia prints .. all 200 plus pages.... plenty enough to allow for even the most jaded skeptics to fall panting at Greg's ( in this case, the model ) feet. To be devoured time and time again.

The dust jacket description of this book as "Shocking" is the gravest underestimation I've heard this week. I never imagined newsstand fleshmag material elevated to fine art, the model expressing the same delightful tone of tawdry sexuality and the photographer the same intent as those (not so cheap anymore) monthly thrills, pictured for posterity. Bruce Weber's "Chop Suey Club" (which I bought the same day as this one, triumphantly for only a couple hundred dollars) is sentimental, but I would say this collection is more valuable for its daring. Therefore, if you have any inclination towards this book BUY IT NOW!!!!!! I won't feel sorry for you when you have to bid at auction for this book for hundreds more, because you know how Arena Editions are, as our beloved "Chop Suey Club" is: rare, limited edition printings, instant collector's items, etc....It's almost a sin to devalue it and tear off the shrink wrap. And no, I'm not going to sell my copy, so that's one less on the future market.

Buy it and enjoy it. Greg Knudson is so HOT, oh my God!
He's better and hotter, he's God!