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Published: 2007-07-08 17:45:49 +0000 UTC; Views: 3093; Favourites: 55; Downloads: 37
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The idea for this originally came from the conflict between working in an exceptionally hot environment in summer, which really calls for short shorts... and the fact that I cannot wear short shorts.Summer is a time when everyone shows off as much of their beautiful bodies as possible before winter makes them retreat into their clothes again. Well, this is my summer skin...
I don't know if I managed to show that at all. I'm not entirely happy with it...
Opinions please?
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powerful. 
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I really like the perspective of this photo. It adds like a whole different dimension to it.
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Thanks. I don't think it was particularly intentional. I just wanted to focus on the legs really.
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i usually don't like pictures where people make fotos of their si-scars and show them as a piece of art on DA. but - i like this one.
it doesn't show the usual "life is pain" message (which i don't like)
i think i shows the contrast between the fassade one shows on the outside ("yay summer, beach, nice outfits") and what is behind this fassade (scars and what caused them). at least this is what i see in this foto, perhaps i'm wrong.
(like always, sry for the bad english i hope you can still understand me)
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Your English is fine, don't worry. And thank you for the comment. I think you understand the meaning of the photo perfectly. I try not to do the whole over-dramatic, self-pitying, attention-seeking, "life is pain" thing that can be so overdone with my photos - that is not what I want to express at all, so I'm glad you like this and understand the meaning.
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I'm going to try this summer. To wear shorts or shirts, I mean. Around the house at least
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There are lots of close-minded people everywhere, but I think you'll also find that some people are too wrapped up in their own lives to wonder about yours, but if you're open and honest then hopefully you'll get a good reaction. Good luck with it. You're very brave
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People have seen yours in your photographs, so you're brave too
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Nah, there's a big difference between being anonymous on the internet and being a recognisable face in real life.
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True, but not everyone knows you in real life. Sure they'll see your face but even they will be more open than you'd think. Regardless, I stand by what I say. You are brave, no mater who sees you.
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i too have the exact same summer skin.. it's a bitch visiting my grandparents in florida -___-
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I'd give anything to wear short short/skirts/dresses this year :/
but the shot is beautiful and that you even dared showing yourself like this.. this vunerable, open for any kind of reaction respect mate, really
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yeah, but not if friends and family watch your acount :/
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Thank you. But it's easy to hide behind the anonymity of the internet.
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awww, I like this. you got your message out there.
I know how you feel.
My scars go right to my ankle, so I mean, I can totally understand the whole "oh, I'm really glad you can wear a bathing suit comfortably" thing.
yeah.
anyway.
love it.
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Thank you. Glad the message came across right.
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You have a beautiful body.
I can't wear short sleeves during the summer, I often wear huge sweatshirts.
Don't let anyone say you aren't beautiful because of your scars.
If you ever need to talk, I'm here.
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oh dear! your skin is beautiful. you don't have to be ashamed of your body. it's you. yourself.
every scar has a little "story" i guess. that's how it works for me.
sometimes i do get ashamed in front of everyone...but they don't laugh or critique. they smile,take a deep breath and ...my friends give me a big hug...and ask me to stop...even if i can't sometimes. but it will pass.
so dear...i'm telling you again,you have a wonderful skin, full of stories. your stories!
here...maybe you know this song,but it's worth it. [link]
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I know how that feels.
But this is a lovely photograph, it's emotional and I can definately see the conflict in the pose.
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in my mind, the scars are what got you through some rough times and you should not feel ashamed of your coping mechanism.
but i do know where that shame comes from. there was a period where i deeply regretted something i had done in this respect, but gradually came to accept the fact that at least i was strong enough to find something to pull me through... and that's a much better solution than the alternative.
(sorry this is a bit late)
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i know your problem...
it sucks a lot... but i like the picture
it shows how you feel if everyone is swimming in the pool and you're sitting in the gras with trousers that no one can see your legs. and it's so hot.
oh damn! i don't wanna think of it!
i love all your pics!
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Yeah it's a horrible feeling.
And thank you.
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Pretty much sums it up for me as well, only my lower legs are covered as well ><
Very powerful photo
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Oh, I love this. It's like if I were a better photographer and took a pic of my legs. lol but there's no way I'd be able to pull it off like this. Nice work.
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today, walking home from a friends place, in 30C heat, wearing a long sleeved top, i decided, 'fuckit' and i pushed up my sleeves and for the first time in 5 years, i showed my arms in public.
and it felt good.
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This is a great photo and the message is loud and relatable without adding any NIN lyrics. i realy like your gallery.
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You know the lines on your shirt really blend with the pattern of scars on your piece. I find it very moving. It reminds me alot of a mug shot, but of your legs rather.
I know, summer sucks! I'm pretty pale and burn quickly so I carry an umbrella everywhere I go. I had a friend who had her whole right leg burnt up, she wore nylons under her shorts, no one really cared. If your really conscience you might want to try that.
Other than that scars are fine, My whole left thigh looks much like yours and I wear shorts all the time, the sun actually healed most of the scars in little than three years.
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Three years is a long time. =/
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i can relate, but thankfully mine have faded some. but yeh...pain in the arse. i hate the summer.
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Summer's practically over now, hooray!
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ouch... that image hurts a lot... really deeply is like playing with the idea of your pain...
I just had hurted my arms... and by my luck was a fresh day on july where I could wear a sweater...
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Wearing a sweater in summer is no fun though... Take care of yourself.
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i really like this one. it shows that you want to be able to wear shorts in the hot heat, etc but obviously... you have something you'd like to hide. it's very cute when it comes to the outfit but then the grey tones and the scars make it a little darker.
great one. i really like it.
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That is a beautiful picture. The tones and shadows are gentle combined with the harshness underneath. Great work.
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Thank you very much. 
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I really like the angle and the lighting. Monochrome works really well with this, I love the photo!
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the big scar in the middle is the same as the cut in the other picture...i like that.
good job.
your scars are beautiful.
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Thank you
Yeah, that scar is probably the same as the cut. I didn't realise it actually.
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The first thought that came to my mind was "Thunder Cats". I don't know why.. But anyway, it's looking very neat Nyxie
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