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Tucker Kicks Ass

IN THE PAST WE HAVE FEATURED MANY SETS BY THE HAND OF JEFFREY BREWSTER. BUT LATELY THE STREAM OF WORK THAT ARRIVED FROM THE TEXAN PHOTOGRAPHER SLOWED DOWN. THE REASON FOR THAT LIES IN THE FACT JEFF HAD TO FOCUS SO MUCH ON HIS PRIMARY JOB THAT HE HAD NO TIME TO SPEND ON HIS PHOTOGRAPHY. AND SINCE JEFFREY IS NOT A MAN WHO LIKES TO DO THINGS HALF, HE DECIDED TO GIVE IT A LITTLE REST. UNTIL NOW THAT IS. BECAUSE JEFFREY BREWSTER IS BACK.

Alberto, Kyle, Aaron, Alexander, Scott… Just a few names of the many models Jeff Brewster introduced to us over the past years. Local guys who became small celebrities through Jeffrey’s work, and who in their turn made Jeffrey’s photography known all over the world. Like many other photographers, Jeff does his art as an expression of his passion. Besides photography he also works a regular job. Everybody who works more than one job knows this is time consuming and specially in the area of creativity it can be devastating. And so Jeff took the wise decision to take things a bit slower, until he felt comfortable enough to make his return with work as powerful – if not more powerful – as his previous series. Meet Tucker.

Tommy Tucker isn’t what we would call a green leaf when it comes to modeling. Tucker is 36 years old, but man, what a beautiful portrait he makes. In fact, Tucker’s great physique and flexibility when it comes to posing in front of the camera, leaves many young professional model far behind. Why? Because Tommy Tucker is a man who has lived his life following principles that made him who he is today. Strong, disciplined and motivated, Tucker is the kind of man who does things because he wants to, not because he has to.

So who is Tommy Tucker? Tucker was born in a small town in upstate New York called Ticonderoga. At age 14 he started to play football and the intensive training to develop his muscles that comes with the sport, made him develop a passion for weight training. His hard work  paid off as Tucker became an all-star in High School. After he played one year at college level before moving to Finland where he played semi-pro ball for 4 years. Now living in Florida, Tucker just finished up playing for an indoor pro team out of Sarasota.

Tommy Tucker also served honorably in the US Marine Corps for the duration of 6 years. This period in his life helped him to develop the warrior mentality that continues to drive him to succeed in his strength training and life endeavors. Tucker now runs a fitness coaching business and also started a blog dedicated to the same cause, striving to inspire and educate people on how to develop stronger, healthy bodies and minds through proper training and nutrition.

Recently Tucker found another way to inspire and that is through physique modeling. He believes that through inspirational photography, such as he did with his friend Jeffrey Brewster, he can reach more people and proves that age is just a number and the only true fountain of youth is proper exercise and nutrition. That and having a warrior mindset such as himself. Yes, Tucker truly kicks ass. –B-

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Generation Next

WE HATE THE DISTINCTION OFTEN MADE BETWEEN AMATEUR AND PROFESSIONAL. SIMPLY BECAUSE THE WORDS HAVE SO MANY IMPLICATIONS. THERE IS SOMETHING ARROGANT TO THE WORD PROFESSIONAL WHILE AMATEUR SOMETIMES SOUNDS A BIT POOR. FACT IS, SOMETIMES IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO REALLY SEE THE DIFFERENCE.

The real difference between professional and amateur work lies in the fact that Professional do their thing – yes – as a profession, while amateurs do it more or less as a side activity. Which isn’t always a choice. In photography there is another difference that sometimes shows up. Professionals often have amazing web sites and online portfolios. Amateurs are often much harder to find. But that is really where the differences stop. Specially where it concerns French photogrpaher Christophe Lucas. Amateur he might be, but his work most certainly doesn’t show anything else than a profound level of knowledge, creativity and beauty that many professionals can only dream of. For us Christophe is clearly one of the next generation photographers.

Recently Christophe Lucas has worked quite often with another amateur. Nas is a model and once again, the line between amateurism and professionalism is hard to find. Specially considering the number of international publication nas already has enjoyed. And yes, with the work of that same Christophe Lucas. Seems like we are talking about two Young men who are going places.

What we lack in information on Christophe, we will try to make up with Nas. 26 years old, Nas lives in the sunny city of Montpellier at the south coast of France. With his Algerian origin, Nas is the perfect representation of the next generation French, and his casual sexy style clearly shows what the modern French Riviera is all about. Nas discovered modeling when he was introduced to the catwalk only about a year ago. Since then he has been dreaming about – and working on – a career as male model. Something tells us Nas has all the chance to make it. Curious and motivated as he is, he loves to travel and meet new people in the industry, with as ultimate goal to work with new York based photographer Rick Day. –B-

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Meeting Simon Lemire

THINGS SEEMED TO HAVE WORK OUT NICELY FOR CÉSAR OCHOA. WHEN LIVING IN MEXICO HIS PASSION FOR PHOTOGRAPHY CAUGHT THE ATTENTION OF ONE OF HIS TEACHERS AT SCHOOL. HER BELIEVE IN HIS TALENT PUSHED CÉSAR TO PURSUE HIS DREAM. HAVING ALWAYS BEEN A FAN OF FASHION MAGAZINES, AND USING THEM TO ESCAPE IN A DREAM WORLD OF A CAREER AS PHOTOGRAPHER, CÉSAR IS NOW ALSO FORTUNATE TO HAVE FOUND A JOB IN THE MAGAZINE INDUSTRY.

After he moved to Montreal, Canada, César Ochoa rapidly found a job as graphic designer for a gay focused magazine. Not the fashion magazine he so passionately read when he was younger, but not at all a bad alternative. Because his job also offered him the opportunity to publish his own photography. And to work with some of Canada’s hottest men. Such as Simon Lemire.

Simon Lemire is a native from Temiscamingue, a small town in western Quebec, also know as the 'kingdom of black flies.' He spent the first 18 years in his hometown before moving to Montreal where he studied international hotel management for three years. A career path he recently aborted to start his Bachelor in kinesiology. Recently César Ochoa had the chance to work with Simon Lemire and used his time not only to photograph this beautiful example of what Canada has to offer in terms of masculinity, but also to ask him some personal questions, which he decided to share with us.

César: Simon, what is the first thing you see in a guy?
Simon: Ha ha ha… ask my boyfriend… He’s got what it takes!

César: So what is that quality you love so much in him?
Simon: His authenticity. There is nothing better then someone real.

César: You are in great shape Simon. What is your secret?
Simon: Anything that allows me to move. With the energy I release, it’s better now that I spend it on sport. I’ve been doing triathlon for almost a year. I’m still a beginner.

César: Based on growing up in a small town and only living in Montreal since three years, what would you change in the gay scene?
Simon: Oh I would definitely try to extend it to Temiscamingue. It is so hard for young gays down there.

César: Looking at your future, what are the things you would like to accomplish?
Simon: Well, I am a professional dreamer, but there are three things on top of the list. First, I’d like to find a way to make enough money to realize all my other dreams. And that would make three pages ha ha ha. Second, a long term relationship, and I’m working on that. It’s getting there. Finally, keeping all my good friends, and make some new ones along the way. –B-

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A True Scotsman

WE REALLY BELIEVE JEAN PAUL GAUTIER WAS ON TO SOMETHING WHEN HE DRESSED HIS MEN IN SKIRTS SOME YEARS AGO. THERE IS SOMETHING INCREDIBLY SEXY ABOUT A MASCULINE GUY IN A SKIRT. OF COURSE JEAN PAUL WASN’T THE FIRST TO DO IT. THE SCOTS HAVE BEEN DOING IT FOR CENTURIES ALREADY.

Scotland is known for many things. One of them is their unique ancient dress code. Don’t get me wrong, it isn’t that dressing men in skirts is that uncommon. As a matter of fact, there are plenty of ancient civilizations in which men were wearing skirts and dresses. No, what makes the Scottish kilt so exclusive is how it is worn… exactly, with noting underneath.

The fact that a true Scotsman wears nothing underneath his kilt, definitely adds to the sexy image of a strong men in a skirt. We did a little investigation and soon found out that the story of the true Scotsman is in fact based on facts. They really didn’t wear anything under their tartan, and were in fact inspected during military exercises by their superior officers. But whatever the story is, these days, whenever you see a Scots men in traditional attire, you can’t help wondering, what is he hiding underneath.

Some time ago, Nick was visiting The Netherlands and used that opportunity to schedule a photographic session with Malemodel.nl photographer Gert Kist. Nick is male model and porn actor, and originates from Edinborough, Scotland. His job obviously doesn’t require a kilt, but Nick certainly does have the body for it. Good thing with Nick is, true Scotsman as he is, he isn’t afraid to flaunt it all. Look at him and see for yourself. This is what a real Scott has to show when he isn’t dressed in the classical uniform. It doesn't make you want to see more, doesn’t it. Strangely enough, it also makes us want to see Nick with skirt. Now there is something to fantasize about. –B-
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Phil Fusco and Michael Thomas' Second Time Around

IF YOU HAVE FOUND SOMETHING GOOD, WHY LET IT GO. MICHAEL THOMAS MUST HAVE THOUGHT EXACTLY THAT WHEN HE FIRST WORKED WITH PHIL FUSCO. AND SO, AFTER A FEW MONTHS BREAK DURING THE WINTER, MICHAEL AND PHIL RECONNECTED AND WENT BACK INTO THE WOODS.

Last July we introduced Philip Fusco to you as a typical New York City boy. The kind of guy who’s civilized world lies between the Hudson and East River. But last year he ventured out of the city and joined photographer Michael Thomas in New Hampshire for a three day photo shoot, which he liked so much, that earlier this year he decided to do it again.

Michael Thomas’ collaboration with Phil Fusco was one that made great impact on both photographer and model. Enough to make both decide to do more. But since Phil is also a serious student, he made the choice to dive deep into his college studies first before giving modeling a serious chance. And so he took time off from the world of cameras and flashlights and focused on his school activities during the cold winter days. But when spring awoke, so did Philip. He eagerly contacted Michael Thomas and informed him he was ready whenever Michael was. Needless to say, Michael needed no other clue.

And so both gentlemen met halfway between Long Island and Boston and spent two days in the woods, wandering around looking for fields, streams and barns to get back at that country look that came out so well last summer. The result is once again mouth watering. True, Phil could use a little tanning, but give the boy some credit here. He has been hibernating in the city just before coming out for this shoot. But he already committed to a third session this summer, so we are hankering to see what that will bring us. –B-

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Simply Ivan Scannell

WE HAVE COME TO KNOW THOMAS SYNNAMON AS A MAN OF SIMPLICITY AND MODESTY. RECENTLY HE SHOT INTERNATIONAL MALE MODEL IVAN SCANNELL AND SO WHEN HE SENT US THE RESULT OF THAT COLLABORATION, WE WERE MOST CURIOUS TO HEAR THE STORY BEHIND THE SHOOT. ALL THOMAS SAID WAS THAT IVAN HAPPENED TO BE IN NEW YORK FOR A WEEK AND SO THEY DECIDED TO BOOK A SHOOT. CAN IT BE ANYMORE SIMPLE THAN THAT?

Ivan Scannell was crowned Mister Supermodel Australia 2006 and since then he has had the pleasure of working with a variety of Australian top photographers and designers. During that period of work he represented his crown and title well. Ivan is truly a super model in his country and that drove him to try his luck also overseas. And so it happened Ivan arrived in New York City.

Lean muscled nicely balanced with awesome abs, Ivan Scannell stands 6′ 1″ high and weights 165 lbs. He is the perfect material to make it as an international male model and the fact many American photographers are already lining up to get him in front of their cameras profs that fact. Thomas was one of the first to work with Ivan when he arrived on US soil, and did it with his usual elegance and grace. Not much in the photo except Ivan himself, and sometimes that is all it takes. Ivan Scannell is currently touring the USA, working in NYC, Miami and LA, so it is only a matter of time before we will see more from this sexy Aussie. But we tend to believe we might hear and see more from Ivan in a very different capacity as well.

Ivan Scannell is a versatile model, meaning he is comfortable in front of the camera as well as on the runway, and he works for editorial assignments as well as high fashion. Like Thomas Synnamon, Ivan is a man of modesty and simplicity, which makes him a pleasure to work with. He plans on broadening his experience in the industry and, by working with professional photographers, designers and models alike, does not only hope to develop further his own career, but also to boost others. But Ivan does more than that. Passionate track printer as he is, Ivan Scannell is training extensively to develop his athletic capabilities to top level in order to represent Australia during the 2012 Olympic Games. So keep you eyes and ears open. This is most certainly not the last time you have heard about Ivan Scannell. –B-

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There's Something about Steven

HAVING SEEN AND WORKED WITH SO MANY PHOTOGRAPHERS OVER THE PAST YEAR, WE STILL SOMETIMES WONDER, WHERE DO THEY FIND ALL THESE GORGEOUS MAN IF NOT AT AN AGENCY. JORGE RIVAS DOESN’T HAVE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THAT. HE JUST INVITES WHOMEVER HE SPOTS.

It get’s a bit harder when you prefer to shoot your subjects in state of half dress or nude. I mean, you normally don’t see the average guy walking the street in Adam’s costume. So I guess that is where the professional eye comes in. Jorge Rivas has such an eye. He has a great talent when it comes to picking out the perfect man for his photographic work. When he spotted Steve, he immediately knew he just had to have this camera.

Steve is a real Texan man and lives his life in Dallas. Currently 36 years old, he has been practicing gymnastics for 18 years already. Both as an athlete and as gymnast coach. Steve own a Jeep which he often takes out for a ride. Top down so he can feel the wind and Texan sun in his handsome face. He loves traveling and his two favorite places on Earth are Amsterdam and Paris. Now there is something we can definitely agree on. His favorite colour is red, colour of passion and intimacy. Which might explain the fact he loves spending quality time with his friends and family, to whom Steve is very close, and his 3 years old Chihuahua  named Jake.Talking about family, Steve is a middle child, having a younger sister and older brother. Maybe Jorge can convince him as well to model. We for sure wouldn’t mind to see both of them together. All together, Steve seems to be a pretty normal guy, but we can not help but agreeing with Jorge Rivas. There definitely is something about Steve. –B-
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