Shot during the summer of 2020, just as Brazil was starting to re-open, the city of Sao Paulo was revealed to be brimming with hope and pent-up queer energy. Many locals were eager to take part in thisElska project, eager to let the world discover what Brazil has to offer and to declare that Sao Paulo is one of the gayest cities on Earth.
Schmelzer's photographs are "lush meditations on the wonder of ordinary life," according to fellow artist Cliff Benjamin. They are "generic" settings that "could be anyone's vacation - but are something more." They remind us to slow down and appreciate the beauty of the everyday.
The Otter Attraction Calendar is a photographic journey that explores the allure and sensuality of gay men. The images featured in this limited-edition calendar have been captured during intimate photo sessions and exclusive events, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the lives of these handsome individuals.