The Opéra: Anniversary IssueThe Best of Classic and Contemporary Nude Photography

  • The front cover contains silver printing on blue linen containing the work of Bastiaan Woudt
    The front cover contains silver printing on blue linen containing the work of Bastiaan Woudt

Since its inception in 2012, THE OPÉRA—Magazine for Classic & Contemporary Nude Photography has consistently released annual issues, each featuring the works of over thirty photographers. These magazines are crafted under varying creative directions provided by different designers.

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  • Half-title set in HAL Timezone by Hanzer Liccini
    Half-title set in HAL Timezone by Hanzer Liccini
  • The table of contents is inspired by roman columns and ground plans from basilicas
    The table of contents is inspired by roman columns and ground plans from basilicas
  • Each chapter separator is set in white type on black background
    Each chapter separator is set in white type on black background

Collaborating with Editor Matthias Straub, we curated the most exquisite series from ten issues, presenting them for the first time in a new layout. This unique omnibus volume features fresh motifs and offers a captivating compilation.

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  • Bastian Wooudts work is exhibited in Chapter I, Exposition
    Bastian Wooudts work is exhibited in Chapter I, Exposition
  • Laura Stevens work is part of chapter I, Exposition
    Laura Stevens work is part of chapter I, Exposition
  • To emphasies the work of Daisuke Yokota, we’ve set the photographs on a grey background.
    To emphasies the work of Daisuke Yokota, we’ve set the photographs on a grey background.
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  • Mayumi Hosokuras work is part of Chapter II, Complication
    Mayumi Hosokuras work is part of Chapter II, Complication
  • Mayumi Hosokuras work is part of Chapter II, Complication
    Mayumi Hosokuras work is part of Chapter II, Complication
  • Mayumi Hosokuras work is part of Chapter II, Complication
    Mayumi Hosokuras work is part of Chapter II, Complication
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  • Maciek Jasiks full-spread images are part of Chapter III
    Maciek Jasiks full-spread images are part of Chapter III
  • Maciek Jasiks full-spread images are part of Chapter III
    Maciek Jasiks full-spread images are part of Chapter III
  • Chapter II, Complication, shows David PD Hydes work
    Chapter II, Complication, shows David PD Hydes work
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  • Petrina Hicks is showcased in Chapter III.
    Petrina Hicks is showcased in Chapter III.
  • Petrina Hicks is showcased in Chapter III.
    Petrina Hicks is showcased in Chapter III.
  • Also in Chapter III. we show the intriguing work of Henny de la Motte.
    Also in Chapter III. we show the intriguing work of Henny de la Motte.
  • Also in Chapter III. we show the intriguing work of Henny de la Motte.
    Also in Chapter III. we show the intriguing work of Henny de la Motte.
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  • Chapter III shows Ed Maximus’ work
    Chapter III shows Ed Maximus’ work
  • Chapter III shows Ed Maximus’ work
    Chapter III shows Ed Maximus’ work
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  • Chapter IV, Retardation shows Erika Svenssons work
    Chapter IV, Retardation shows Erika Svenssons work
  • Chapter IV, Retardation shows Erika Svenssons work
    Chapter IV, Retardation shows Erika Svenssons work

The book harmonizes the works of notable artists including Evelyn Bencicova, Rachel de Joode, Henny de la Motte, Fabien Dettori, Julia Fullerton-Batten, Thomas Hauser, Bart Hess, Petrina Hicks, Mayumi Hosokura, David PD Hyde, Maciek Jasik, Nadav Kander, Mona Kuhn, Joanne Leah, Kenny Lemes, Julia Luzina, Ed Maximus, Stefan Milev, Thomas Sing, Laura Stevens, Erika Svensson, Marc van Dalen, Sean Patrick Watters, Roger Weiss, Milena Wojhan, Bastiaan Woudt, Daisuke Yokota, and Lin Zhipeng.

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  • Lin Zhipeng aka 223 show their work in Chapter III.
    Lin Zhipeng aka 223 show their work in Chapter III.
  • Lin Zhipeng aka 223 show their work in Chapter III.
    Lin Zhipeng aka 223 show their work in Chapter III.
  • Lin Zhipeng aka 223 show their work in Chapter III.
    Lin Zhipeng aka 223 show their work in Chapter III.
  • Lin Zhipeng aka 223 show their work in Chapter III.
    Lin Zhipeng aka 223 show their work in Chapter III.

The book’s structure, organized into five distinct chapters, significantly shapes the layout, dimensions, and interplay of photographs.

  • Kenny Lemes is shown in Chapter IV., Retardation
    Kenny Lemes is shown in Chapter IV., Retardation
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  • Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
    Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
  • Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
    Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
  • Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
    Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
  • Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
    Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
  • Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
    Thomas Sing’s work in Chapter IV, Retardation
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  • Chapter V, Catastrophe, gives insight in the work of Bertil Nilsson
    Chapter V, Catastrophe, gives insight in the work of Bertil Nilsson
  • Chapter V, Catastrophe, gives insight in the work of Bertil Nilsson
    Chapter V, Catastrophe, gives insight in the work of Bertil Nilsson
  • Chapter V, Catastrophe, gives insight in the work of Bertil Nilsson
    Chapter V, Catastrophe, gives insight in the work of Bertil Nilsson
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  • SMPH aka Stefan Milev & Phil Hoffmann is set in Chapter V, Catastrophe
    SMPH aka Stefan Milev & Phil Hoffmann is set in Chapter V, Catastrophe
  • SMPH aka Stefan Milev & Phil Hoffmann is set in Chapter V, Catastrophe
    SMPH aka Stefan Milev & Phil Hoffmann is set in Chapter V, Catastrophe
  • SMPH aka Stefan Milev & Phil Hoffmann is set in Chapter V, Catastrophe
    SMPH aka Stefan Milev & Phil Hoffmann is set in Chapter V, Catastrophe
  • SMPH aka Stefan Milev & Phil Hoffmann is set in Chapter V, Catastrophe
    SMPH aka Stefan Milev & Phil Hoffmann is set in Chapter V, Catastrophe
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  • The breathtaking work of Fabien Dettori is placed in Chapter V, Catastrophe
    The breathtaking work of Fabien Dettori is placed in Chapter V, Catastrophe
  • The breathtaking work of Fabien Dettori is placed in Chapter V, Catastrophe
    The breathtaking work of Fabien Dettori is placed in Chapter V, Catastrophe
  • The breathtaking work of Fabien Dettori is placed in Chapter V, Catastrophe
    The breathtaking work of Fabien Dettori is placed in Chapter V, Catastrophe
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  • Evelyn Bencicovas work is part of Chapter V, Catastrophe
    Evelyn Bencicovas work is part of Chapter V, Catastrophe
  • Evelyn Bencicovas work is part of Chapter V, Catastrophe
    Evelyn Bencicovas work is part of Chapter V, Catastrophe
  • Evelyn Bencicovas work is part of Chapter V, Catastrophe
    Evelyn Bencicovas work is part of Chapter V, Catastrophe

A plethora of subjects, models and settings taken by internationally acclaimed photographers and artists shows the status quo of classic and contemporary nude photography.

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  • Milena Wojhan is part of Chapter IV, Retardation
    Milena Wojhan is part of Chapter IV, Retardation
  • Milena Wojhan is part of Chapter IV, Retardation
    Milena Wojhan is part of Chapter IV, Retardation
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  • Close-Up of Manon Ouimet’s work in Chapter IV.
    Close-Up of Manon Ouimet’s work in Chapter IV.
  • Manon Ouimet with a striking series in Chapter IV.
    Manon Ouimet with a striking series in Chapter IV.

The commitment of each artist is further acknowledged through a personal text contribution, thoughtfully positioned in a dedicated section at the end of the book – the appendix.

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  • The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
    The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
  • The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
    The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
  • The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
    The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
  • The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
    The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
  • The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
    The typographical treatment is inspired by Hypnerotomachia Poliphili (December 2019) which was published by Venetian published Aldus Manutius during the Renaissance.
  • Wordmark for the Opéra
  • Wordmark and subline for The Opéra set in HAL Timezone by Hanzer Liccini

Unlike preceding editions, the anniversary issue boasts a linen-bound hardcover. The title, accompanied by exquisite photography from Bastiaan Woudt, is elegantly silver-printed on midnight-blue linen.

  • Cover spread for THE OPÉRA: the anniversary issue
    Cover spread for THE OPÉRA: the anniversary issue

The commemorative edition was unveiled on two distinct occasions: at Paris Photo and Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart. At each event, we had the opportunity to showcase the editorial and design decisions that culminated in this refined archive.

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  • Invitation for the second release in Stuttgart at Galerie Kernweine.
    Invitation for the second release in Stuttgart at Galerie Kernweine.
  • The photography on the front of the invitation is by Bastiaan Woudt.
    The photography on the front of the invitation is by Bastiaan Woudt.
  • Invitation flyer set in HAL Timezone by Hanzer Liccini.
    Invitation flyer set in HAL Timezone by Hanzer Liccini.
  • Invitation flyer set in HAL Timezone by Hanzer Liccini.
    Invitation flyer set in HAL Timezone by Hanzer Liccini.

In addition to our presentation on the editing and design process of THE OPÉRA, we also exhibited selected snippets from the proof print sheet across the gallery space at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.

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  • Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
    Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
  • Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
    Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
  • Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
    Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
  • Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
    Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
  • Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
    Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
  • Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.
    Impressions taken during the release at Galerie Kernweine in Stuttgart.

»The Opéra — Magazine for Classic and Contemporary Nude Photography Anniversary Issue« is published by Kerber Verlag.

Details

Client Kerber Verlag
Partners Matthias Straub, Studio Tillack Knöll
Size 240 × 310
Technique Offset
URL https://www.kerberverlag.com/en/1997/the-opera
ISBN 978-3-7356-0852-9