Favorite Pic of the Day for June 22nd

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Carlos L by Serene Photography

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Seasonal Sightings:

Wacks & Cracks

I love me some Logan Wall, especially when he strips down, (as he frequently does) and plays out in the field. From baseball, football and basketball in both the summer and winter, Logan's always up for a game.

Time Warp

It's astounding 

Time is fleeting 

Madness takes its toll 

But listen closely

Last month, when putting together my birthday post for May 17th, actor Peter Hinwood showed up on my list.  Many of you know Hinwood from his turn as Rocky in 1975's The Rocky Horror Picture Show.  I was going to make Peter the birthday boy for the day, but while looking for pics to use, I decided he needed a piece of his own.

First off, I have to admit that I've never seen The Rocky Horror Picture Show.  I know, I deserve some sort of punishment, preferably by someone in leather.  Now I've certainly danced to Time Warp at clubs and parties, and have seen many images of Peter and cast in magazines and on television.  I've also seen Chord Overstreet don the gold shorts on Glee, but have not until now, appreciated the wearer of those original gold hot pants.

Researching Peter led me to IMDB page where I learned he only made one film after Rocky. Hinwood's last role was as uncredited one in the 1976 homoerotic Roman historical drama, Sebastiane.  Before he started acting, Hinwood was both a photographer and model.  This explains some of the early nudes he did prior to taking on the role of Rocky.  Hinwood returned to the arts after his acting career ended, this time the visual arts.

Modeling Daze

UK Cosmo (1972)

Hinwood became an antiques dealer and also returned to photography, some which can be found on his Instagram page. (HERE:)   IN a 2000 article with People Magazine, Hinwood explained why he left the business, and chose not to milk his time as Rocky.

Photographer Helmet Newton, Contact Sheet

One, I can't act. Two,  I cringe with embarrassment every time I see myself on film. Three, I relish a quiet, peaceful life'

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Paris Metro (1971)

Although Hinwood may be now out of the spotlight, his gold hot pants have remained in the spotlight.  Hinwood ended up selling them at auction for a measly $1000.  They are now part of the memorabilia collection currently on display at the Orlando Hard Rock.

Hinwood revealed that in 1994 he had rediscovered the gold hot pants he wore in the film and sold them through an auction house for nearly $1,000. They are now part of the Hard Rock memorabilia collection, and were for a time displayed in their Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, restaurant.[8] The shorts can be viewed at the Hard Rock in Orlando.  It might be time for me to finally check out that movie...

If You See Me.... Carlos L by Serene Photography

'If you see me walking down the street.....'

Unlike in the Dionne Warwick son, when Mark form Serene Photography saw Carlos walking down the street, he didn't just keep on walking by.  Today, most photographers and models connect on-line, but there was a time when photographers asked total strangers on the street about shooting.  

Approaching hot guys about letting you photograph them wearing little clothing comes with it's own set of risks.  Having a guy say no isn't really the response a photographer could get... I love hearing however, stories about photographers finding models while at the gym, the park or just when just out walking down the street.

'Carlos was walking up the street and I spotted him. It was mainly his hair that caught my eye, but when I asked him if he had any portraits done, he gave ne a great smile and was willing to have a go in front of the camera. '

Serene Photography

When Mark sent me on his images of Carlos, I could totally see what caught his eye and prompted him to ask Carlos about a shoot.  Carols has stunningly unique look.  Beautiful but strong face and features, incredible physique and piercingly powerful dark eyes. As hot as Carlos looks with his shirt off, he looks equally stunning dressed, especially in his white shirt and jacket.

It's fortune that Mark happened to spot Carlos that day on the street.  If they hadn't connected that day, the shoot most likely would never have happened.  Carlos wasn't a model, and after this shoot he moved away, making future shoots impossible.  

Mark would have loved to have shot him again, and captured more looks and themes.  Mark's grateful however, that he initiated a conversation that day and was able to capture and share what initially caught his eye.

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Rudy Mosier: Come Sail Away!

'Meet Rudy Mosier, The Surfing Scholar of Vero Beach.'

Rudy Mosier:

Playgirl Magazine: August 1993 

Pictorial: 'Mind over Matter '

Photography by Jean Gabrielle

Those of you who checked out my Father's Day posts this past weekend, may have noticed I featured a few hot daddies Captaining their boats.  During my search for hot men on boats, I came upon quite a few models and shots I wanted to feature.  I couldn't fit all of my favorite images in the piece, and not all of the sailing studs were actually dads, soo... I saved a few to post later.  First up is the absolutely stunning Rudy Mosier.

 There are plenty of 22-year-old surfers in Vero Beach, Florida, but Rudy Mosier stands head and shoulders above the rest--and it's not just because he's 6'3". First of all, he's a college student, majoring in economics, with an eye on law school His cultural pursuits also include the dramatic arts

. 'My deal date would be a lobster dinner, followed by a play or the ballet.'

Rudy's mother liked silent films, and Rudy always had the suspicion he was named after Rudolph Valentino. His mother however, won't admit it. When you concentrate on Rudy's stunning profile and dark, tousled hair, we're sure you'll agree that his mom definitely had the right idea!