'As you can tell from some of the pix he's a real hooray Henry - pulling random funny faces.'
I had never heard of the term 'Hooray Henry' until photographer Andrew Bowman used it to describe Henry. I quick google search had me understand what he meant. In Monty Python terms, it's a word to describe English upper class twits, public schoolboys who often act foolishly in a group and public functions. The class clown. Prince Harry, and several members of the Royal family (including females called 'Hooray Henriettas)' have had the term to used on occasion to describe their behavior in public.
Although being called a 'twit' isn't usually used as a compliment, Andrew certainly saw it as a advantages of having such a fun and animated model to shoot. There is also something endearing, even sexy, about a hot sexy aristocrat with the confidence to act silly in math class, in public, or in Henry' case, in front of Andrew's camera.
There's also a touch of rebellion in acting silly in public, especially if you're well know, it can also be used as a way connect with others around them, or those enjoying their images.. It could also stem from nerves, either because being the center of attention in public, or in the case of a male model, a way to mentally distract from the fact that you're completely vulnerable and utterly naked.
As soon as I saw Andrew's images, I was smitten. Given the little I know about Henry, I don't suspect that nerves were a factor I love many of his unique poses, his facial expressions, and especially that shot with his tongue out. Andrew shares that Henry has an amazingly long tongue, one Henry undoubtedly uses to full advantage!
Henry has personality plus, and in addition to using his winning personality in front of the lens, he's also used it on stage as an actor, singer and dancer. Although originally from the West Country, if you're ever in Cyprus, you just might experience Henry's personality for yourself, (and see that tongue) where he can often be found working behind a bar in one of the local restaurants.
Henry's expression of personalty aren't only just fun or restricted to the silly. No matter whether he's grinning, sticking his tongue out or shooting a come hither look from the bed, Henry's always incredibly hot. Henry's got the smoldering sexy look down pat, and always looks ready, and incredibly able...
I'm so glad to have Andrew's work back on FH, especially with this set of Henry. The last time I featured Andrew's imagery, was back in 2016 when some of my favorites shots from Andrew were featured to help celebrate FH turning ten. (HERE:) I promise not to let as much time go by this time before featuring Andrew's work again!
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