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Last activity: Nov 21, 2009
Joined: Sep 04, 2007


Peter Manik

Male
On the Hudson,45 min. north of NewYork City , United States
petermanikphotography

Mayhem #509013
Photographer


MM URL: http://www.modelmayhem.com/petermanik1

About me
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddZPrJ8ROto
Life is short, and then we die.
My wishful thinking: Please lie to me, so my life can be absolutely happy!
Thank you.

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This is an early test section from my first painting in the Blue Tulip series,
titled The Comforting Elements Of Love
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/DSCN0073-Copy.jpg

(...what a hillarious joke smile) ...comfor...haha... lmao )

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RULE:
Don't say you care, 'cause then I tend to take you seriously.
..and I know you don't give a damn.
Just lie to me that you love my art and therefore you love me,
and tell me how brilliant I am smile))
blah blah blah.... and then we are okay.
See...I make it easy for you.

Oh well, I am a generous man.  Seriously.
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This painting is titled: MY LIFE . Its a visual autobiography.
Pen painting that took years to do. This work includes elements and memories from my life...events, happenings, history, love affairs , family, etc. 
If you ever care, I am in the left lower corner of the painting, photographing you. And right there nearby there is an old alley entrance, and as you can see, I am having my first kiss.......right there. Ahhhh......
It's tryptich ( 3 huge canvasses side by side)
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/MyLife.jpg


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IMPORTANT

"It is good taste, and good taste alone,
that possesses the power to sterilize
and is always the first handicap
               to any creative functioning"
                                                   ( Salvador Dali )

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPuDnEEMm58&NR=1
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Sample pictures of some of my works:

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/h3-Copycopy.jpg
From Manik-Deviare: GlamourHorrorSeries (Model: # 596635)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPIQV1bv … re=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPuDnEEMm58&NR=1
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http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/CopyofCopyofGlamourHorrorGasStation.jpg
(from the book of Manik-Deviare: GlamourHorror )
(Model: # 596635 )
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I do art because I have passion for it.
My passion is creating while listening to music.
I do paintings not just photography. I hope that the
music I listen to and my ability to paint reflect
in my photographic images as well.

Do you really care ?
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/EndOfExistence.jpg
The End Of Existence: Exodus Of The Soul
( from the book Manik-Deviare: GlamourHorror )
Model: # 596635
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http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/P9275756-Copycopy-Copy.jpg
(Model: # 749972)
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http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/P1223769copy-Copy-Copy.jpg

[( Model: # 596123)
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This painting is:
The Purgatory Of Dancing Alone \
(from the BlueTulip series)
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/DSCN6947.jpg
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The entire sum of existence is the magic
of being needed by just one other person.

(Quote from a Chinese Fortune Cookie)
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Well, most of you dont care about all the details
of crap..of how artists deal with creation, dont feel bad.
Life is short, and then we die.

However to the one who does really care:
Your unconditional support makes
my art happen.
Your influence on Modern American Art
are noted in the chapters written about me.
You know I'm talking about you...
It's too bad you afraid to leave a tag.
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No TF unless I offer because I imagine that you
would fit in my projects somehow...

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This painting is titled: Waiting. (It's is about the state of
being alone and being exploited by a crushing society, but
still not giving up hope, waiting for a better future.)
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/Waiting.jpg


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Emancipation Of The Blue Tulip, the Elevation to the Gods
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/TheBlueTulipReally.jpg

This one is the very first one in the epic series, titled :
The Conception of The Blue Tulips

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/IMG_0039.jpg

...and the saga is going on...

The Birth Of The Blue Tulips
        http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/TheBirthOfTheBlueTulips-2.jpg
(Three blue tulips were born. One was small
but happy and willing, the other was born dead,
but it all regardles
because the mom already picked
the third tulip as her favorite anyway...)

    "It is good taste, and good taste alone,
      that possesses the power to sterilize
      and is always the first handicap
      to any creative functioning"
      ( Salvador Dali )

      " He is a man of great common sense and good taste,
        meaning thereby a man
        without originality or moral courage" 
      ( George Bernard Shaw )

And here I am from the Equus series:
Me and the canvas,
forgotten and abandoned by the trusted
and loved ones. ha ha

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/Lonely-Copy.jpg

This is my studio...that is my chair...
..for the Equus Series
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This is for you in the meantime:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bap-oZI- … re=related


To the few, (you know who you are): you have my cell number, call...text...knock...
To the rest: have fun, and leave msg and
I will return it while the paint getting dry...
.......see ya later.

This was the first result of recent weeks of
painting period, titled:
" The Blue Tulips "
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/IMG_0389-1.jpg

(...and if you like this painting, leave a message..)



And this is a diptych ( 2 canvass placed
side by side are telling a story together...
like triptych..usually found as altarpiece )
This one is about couplehood...marriage...
partnership and the likes....
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/IMG_0394-Copy.jpg

If you get it, leave a tag or message...
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This is one of the best inspirational music
for my shoots (youtube or google this great artist)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWt2pJbP … p;index=27
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Alane, (MM#596635) my co-author of the famed GlamourHorror Series
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/IMG_0867-Copycopy-Copy.jpg

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     ATTENTION ! ACHTUNG ! ATTENZIONE ! UPPMARKSAMHET!
                                   
  (Smiling female, with confused English accent. Last seen in New York )

          http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/armedanddangerous-Copy-1.jpg

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SOMETHING ABOUT ME:

(Yeah, yeah, that's me, but it's all about the bacon...  Really. )
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/aboutthebacon.jpg

(These good looking legs are shown as amusements
to the loveable people of Oz )  smile)

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"You're a new favourite of mine.
I enjoyed looking through your port,
even more so after reading your
"about me" section.
Your thought processes are very intriguin
and its wonderful to see them translated
so well in your art.
Thanks for sharing."
(Its great to read tag like this which was
left on my EuroEro port at #765093)

I have created images for a long time.
Worked with celebrities and VIPs.
Have degrees in Fine Art and Photography.
Specializing in top magazine level Glamour and Fine Art.
I do creative photography;

I literally do the planning, designing,
shooting, and finalizing of
the picture in order
to suit the image of the person.

I develop outstanding modeling portfolios,
create images for ads, prints, books,
posters etc.
for any form of publication.

Not too expensive but worthy
( you get what you paid for),
and I am willing to make a deal.
I also try to help new ones in this field.
I like create classic, painting like images

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/DSCN6861copy-Copy.jpg

Model: Monique  MM#891893

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OTHER SAMPLES

Fashion ad samples
(Model: Kristin Paxton (MM# 596123 )
[img]

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp14 … c483f3.jpg[/img]
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/CopyofKrCan003copy.jpg

Glamour sample ( Model: Anna MM#805849 )


I keep fine art and glamour as my speciality,
but I am open to other fields as well.
I am related to another site called EuroEro
( 765093 ) where all the more edgy,
more european, more openminded images
can be found.


Canadian Memories:

November 7th 2008  Loose Canon Gallery HDL Party
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Closing event of the photography exhibition titled
JULIE CHRISTINE BY PETER MANIK
In the company of some fantastic HamiltonDreamLaunch models..
Stephanie, Maria, Julie Christine, Anne, Lizzii, Jennifer a.k.a Snugz

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/GalleryShowPartyFinale.jpg

>>>>>>>
PARTNERS AND CO-AUTHORS

Check this link out for an awsome photography
book titled:
The Model and The Woman
JULIE CHRISTINE by Peter Manik
http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/search?s … mit=search

The co-founder of H.D.L. events:
JULIE CHRISTINE
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/CopyofJSeptOly086.jpg
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I've had a Gallery Show with
upcoming Canadian star, 
model and socialite Julie Christine's
Foundation for the HamiltonDreamLaunch
held in the outskirts of Toronto in
November 2008 to bring some
new gems to the colorful cultural
events of the area.

A series of glamour sessions were
offered for interested Canadian models
while the show was on.
The event also intended to bring attention
to the hidden beauty of 'next door' women
and to encourage all the
people to achive their dreams.
The first HDL was an absolute success,
gathered many artlovers (!!!)
and reached out to a wide range
of people, professionals and
amateurs as well. We all made many
many new friends and we built
a loving, caring circle for each other.
The HDL was covered by the media
and that fact put the event
and it's participants into
higher professional level.
Thank you to all the models
and all the people
for their helping hands.

See ya all in 2009 !!!

I work with the amazing Julie Christine in
several venues. She runs all my canadian operations.
We are also the Co-Founders and
Chief Executive Producers of HamiltonDreamLaunch.
While my responsibility is about the
artistic approach within the Foundation,
Julie Christine is the administrative boss,
she is the Chief Organizer of HDL.
Julie Christine has tremendous amount
of responsibilities and she has so much work
to do that I can proudly say :
she is probably the eleventh province
of Canada wink)) , which is a fairly
unknown fact to many.

The Second HamiltonDreamLaunch,
or as we call it HDL2 , which will be held in 2009

This was the official  poster that represented HamiltonDreamLaunch #1

                  HamiltonDreamLaunch
                              and
                   Loose Canon Gallery
                           presents
              Julie Christine by Peter Manik
Photography Exhibition at the Loose Canon Gallery
       150 James Street North, Hamilton, Ontario
                   November 2 - 7, 2008

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/CopyofHDLpostercopy.jpg

The HDL is a series of photographer-model
shootout meeting with the collaboration of
gallery owners.
The 2nd HamiltonDreamLaunch will be
held in the Spring of 2009.

Media connection and PR person of the HDL is
web designer Jennifer (MM # 537118 )

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/CopyofSungz005copy.jpg

FACTS AND STUFF

My first co-author partner ALANE
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/AlaneHeadshotPostercopy.jpg

The absolutely awsome ALANE DEVIARE,
( ModelMayhem# 596635) is my co-author of the GlamourHorror Series
which we have shot for a fine art publication.

Through the long months
we worked hard on these registered and
copyrighted images to create a new
approach for glamour.
Samples from the book are shown
on the ports of both of us.

The GlamourHorror Series will be presented
to the public in 2009.
Alane is an absolutely kind person
and an excellent actress.

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http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/DSCN7860.jpg

Here is my co-author creative partner
the always inspirational, the always vibrant,
the always always always always,
one of a kind,
model,
musician,
writer,
soon to be well known star
from Mululu land of beautiful Australia:
L i z z i i  (MM#749972)

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/DSCN0044-Copy-Copy.jpg

( Portrait of the happy Melbourne native.)
We are working on some special projects that will be presented to the public later this year.

Lizzii is an absolutely intelligent, genuinly creative
individual with a very deep personality
and with a totally admirable free spirited mindset,
with the best sense of humor I ever experienced.



Fine art with Lizzii:
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/RSPoster.jpg


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From the long line up of models I highly
recommend the most amazing person
from the south, Florida based Betty Jo
(MM# 544974). Her style and attitude
will bring only success to each photograph
taken in a session. She has an extraordinary
personality and a non stop working style.

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp144/pictureperfect201/BJ1Nic017.jpg


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I always look for new faces and for new characters. I am constantly expanding my portfolio and always working on some projects.


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...and NO, I do not sell, show or publish any of  the images I created without the permission of the participants.

I don't like people who are ignorant and flake.
I don't like the "mass of people" because I did find that whenever many people gathered, they could have been easily misguided by one of their loud ones
( Nero, Hitler,  Stalin, Mao, Yoko......
okay, okay...I was joking about Yoko....)
I respect the individual in every living creature.

Within my ability I always try to help my
models to achieve their goals and help them to climb to the top.

HOWEVER: If I don't know you and you
haven't taken the time to contact me
in some way don't send FRIEND REQUEST,
I will DELETE the request anyway...

....And please don't tag saying only
"Thank you"...or 
" Thank you for your comment, you are also beautiful.."
...send a postcard instead.
If you want to boost my ego with meaningful thoughts, like
"You are the best" ,
or " Your work is phenomenal"
or " I am soo much in love with your art
that I want to marry you".....
These would be all welcome because
these are tag worthy thoughts...   lol...... wink)

...or just send a check or money order
to your favorite charity, me.


Friends

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julie-christine

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Model
Aussiekylie

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Aunjerli

Model
Alane Deviare

Model
MoniQ2

Photographer
Cheirodon

Model
That Model Jackie

Model
Betty Jo

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Kristin Paxton

Model
Marcia Wood

Peter Manik has 499 friends.
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Misskp
Model
2009-11-21 16:25:04
OMFG... are you for real? How can somebody even write that? Like seriously....
Call me Valya
Model
2009-11-21 13:22:01
Peter, why do I see a love and idealization of women inyour paintings but what I interprete as misogyny in your photos? Why the dichotomy? Am I projecting? Don't get me wrong, there's definite charm in it!! :)
Misskp
Model
2009-11-21 11:28:23
I know! Soon enough Peter, and once I get it, you'll be the first Photographer I work with! =] Btw Thank you for the lovely comment, you passionate Photographer!
xxx
Trevor Lyon Photography
Photographer
2009-11-21 09:49:49
Thanks...! Great works here man...
Victor H
Model
2009-11-20 16:45:29
Man your port is awesome, a real visual pleasure!
Dave Blecman
Photographer
2009-11-20 15:35:09
Fabulous, top quality, high caliber work!
Chris Fatseas
Photographer
2009-11-20 13:59:29
Thanks for the kind comment about my port :)

Means a lot coming from someone with so much experience and great work of their own.

Cheers,
Chris

ronhep
Photographer
2009-11-20 09:49:25
Thanks for all the great comments and I really dig your new avatar
Luna-bella
Model
2009-11-18 16:23:16
Thank You For The Photo Comment. :)

Beautiful New Photos! ;)

Luna~
Innocence
Model
2009-11-17 11:10:02
Great Port!!!!
Bob Patterson Jr
Photographer
2009-11-16 19:36:03
You are one of the few!!! A true talent!
Misskp
Model
2009-11-15 21:50:55
That's the rumour!! hehee. Have yourself a goodnight!!!!
xo
April Jewell Reid
Model
2009-11-15 19:11:23
thanks! i think you are brilliant =D
MARY ALLISON
Model
2009-11-15 15:39:41
glad you liked it xoxo M
MoniQ2
Model
2009-11-15 13:30:14
My dear Pierre/Peter, just wanted to say that once again just had the most wonderful time ..great shoots..great friends..great food all equals a superb time!! Lotsa Love from Canada xoxoxo
Bob Patterson Jr
Photographer
2009-11-15 13:26:40
Sorry for the long delay in returning your comments. It just couldn't be avoided.
PRINCESS ICE
Model
2009-11-14 18:36:07
Miss Ya! Love the new work! Absolutely phenominal! xoxo
I am in cosmetology school now and it's GREAT another way to show my creativity.
Catherine
julie-christine
Model
2009-11-13 05:45:16
Thank you for the most amazing time in New York! The pictures are amazing and I miss you already! xx
Misskp
Model
2009-11-11 19:37:21
Yayy!! Finally approved. =]
Lizzii
Model
2009-11-11 17:48:12
Delayed thanks for your appreciation of my recent stuff. Great work with Julie!
TheOneEyedShooter
Photographer
2009-11-11 16:21:02
Only four and a half weeks left to do in this cast !!!

How's that for positive and upbeat ? To be honest...this THING on my right foot is a real pain...but it's necessary for the foot to heal properly.

But...life is good...hell I could have broken my neck....lol !!!

Best to you, my dear friend !!!
Darryl
Aussiekylie
Model
2009-11-10 11:43:08
Thak you Peter, hope you are well.

ky
GZ PhotoZ
Photographer
2009-11-10 11:23:34
great work here

Liz Kan
Model
2009-11-10 10:10:36
LOVE YOUR WORK! very original.
Kristin Paxton
Model
2009-11-09 10:06:37
Aw Thanks hun, Wish I could but unfortunely I dont have any new pics! :( Soon enoughh....
Little Alice
Model
2009-11-09 07:44:50
Thank you for the photo comment!
Stephen Wark
Photographer
2009-11-09 00:54:17
It is always a pleasure revisiting you portfolio ;-)
Holly Galanti -Thompson
Model
2009-11-08 20:45:02
Thanks for the picture comments!
fotopfw
Photographer
2009-11-08 13:45:40
You sure have an amazing portfolio! I added you to my favs because now it's about sleeping time here in Holland. Tomorrow I'll have a good look and leave some comments, your work deserves to be looked at properly!
Paul
Marcia Wood
Model
2009-11-08 04:20:24
Peter I am moving sooner than expected due to transportation issues.I am sorry we weren't able to shoot this last time.Thank you for all of your help.Wish you the best in the future.
TheOneEyedShooter
Photographer
2009-11-04 14:38:54
Compadre,

I saw the ipod....and knew it was there...I..however...had suspicions that you had somehow fitted it with a camera....I do after all....know what you love !!!!!

Doctor says six weeks on these cursed crutches.....
Edmondphoto
Photographer
2009-11-03 21:51:25
thank you my friend for
the lovely pc


it means alot especially
when it comes from a
very talented photographer like
yourself
I had a blast watching your port


cheers

eDMONd
:)
Photographic Dreams
Photographer
2009-11-02 21:35:23
Great profile and port. Huge variety and creativity.
TheOneEyedShooter
Photographer
2009-11-02 10:27:45
I was working on my house...fell off the edge of the porch (perfectly sober...believe it or not)...and broke my foot. Needless to say...this royally screwed up my trick or treating....mostly the treat part. I was compelled to ask, "What next...?"...but fear of the answer, forbade me.

My girlfriend, Caroline, (30 yrs. old)...is getting a kick out of watching me hobble around on crutches. Crutches...and pain meds....do not work well together.
Cheirodon
Photographer
2009-11-02 00:33:48
My apologies for the delay my friend as I am currently on the Scottish island of Arran and after a fabulous Halloween I have just about recovered. Yes, I did look scary dressed in traditional Scottish Kilt lol! Hope your European artisan look scared everybody ha. Catch you later!
Rob - Photoshop Wizard
Photoshop Wizard
2009-10-31 16:26:04
I refer to your portfolio again and again. It's definitely amongst the very best collections of images on MM. Inspirational imagery throughout. The sort of images that have made me try much harder and dare to do much more. Your work and your talent is appreciated.
Kristin Paxton
Model
2009-10-31 14:35:36
Happy Halloween To You Too!! =]
MPT Photographics
Photographer
2009-10-31 05:53:39
I admire your work immensely, and find it inspiring, creative and very artistic. You are truly gifted and talented, and your images are clearly among the finest on the site. My best regards,

MPT
TheOneEyedShooter
Photographer
2009-10-30 09:12:23
Peter...

There is no other opinion I value more than your own...however...in an effort to bring an element of 'darkness'..uhm...a 'forebodingness' (is that a word ?)... to the 'shower' image...I deliberately lit it to achieve the stark shadows...even to the point of adjusting the shower curtain...ha ! I am willing to accept that perhaps...I 'overdid' it.....=^]....I may tweak it a bit.

We shot this series in a motel room...(seedy)....((sexy))....so options were limited.

If ever you come out for a "Peter Manik Seminar"...this will be your model. (She's excited about the prospect). Lovely young woman...with a creative fire that ignites all around her....incredible passion.

I do indeed appreciate and covet your inspiration and critique.

Darryl

Yes...I....am beautiful as well !! (lol)

Eye of Ra
Photographer
2009-10-30 04:38:35
Just wanted to say that I love "The Purgatory Of Dancing Alone". You convey motion (and emotion!) wonderfully.
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