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Howard Huang’s – Urban Girls Photo Book – Hardcover Book
Sexy in the city: Howard Huang’s anime-inspired glamour girls
When photographer Howard Huang began shopping his fashion book around New York in 2002 he had no idea he was about to become the master of urban photography. Back then, Huang, originating from Taiwan, thought ‘urban girls’ were just women who lived in the city, explaining, ‘English is my second language; I was still learning.’ Nonetheless, when the editor of Black Men magazine asked if he knew how to shoot sexy women he said, ‘Sure!’ and set about staging the magazine’s voluptuous singers, models, and actresses in fantasies inspired by his love of comic books and anime.
His composite photos feature exotic locales, lush interiors, or the neon-washed nighttime streets of Manhattan. His shapely heroines, including singer Jacki-O, actress Vida Guerra, and reality TV stars Hoopz, Deelishis, and Risky Jones, escape on sleek motorcycles; rob banks with guns drawn and Halliburton cases spilling money; brandish swords like Japanese assassins; conjure fire; hunt big game, and generally kick ass while displaying their own generous posteriors in photos reminiscent of video games. ‘The trick is to rework an image to enhance my vision, without drawing attention to cheesy Photoshop special effects,’ says Huang, who studied under advertising photography master Michel Tcherevkoff. The result is a unique marriage of the new pictorialism with classic glamour photography, and a look at the little known niche market of African-American and Latina bikini models, collectively known as ‘urban girls.’
Howard Huang’s Urban Girls is a photo book by the renowned photographer Howard Huang. Known for his distinctive style that blends urban aesthetics with high fashion, Huang’s work in ‘Urban Girls’ features striking portraits of women set against gritty city backdrops. The book is celebrated for its vibrant and bold photography, capturing the essence of urban culture and the diverse beauty of its subjects.
Howard Huang’s photography often highlights themes of empowerment and individuality, making Urban Girls a visual celebration of modern women in urban environments. The book showcases a variety of models, each depicted with a unique flair that emphasizes their personality and style. Huang’s use of lighting, color, and composition contributes to the dynamic and engaging imagery that characterizes this collection.
Urban Girls has received positive reviews for its artistic approach and the way it challenges traditional notions of beauty and fashion photography. It is a popular choice among photography enthusiasts and those interested in contemporary urban culture.
ISBN – 9783836521628
Cover – Hard
Pages – 256
