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Carl B. Johnson
Millville, NJ
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The Nudes by Carl B. Johnson

The female nude is a subject to which I often return. I love the form, the lines and curves. I often tell people that I became an artist because it is one of two professions where I can ask girls to disrobe for me and not get slapped in the face. Since I couldn't afford to go to medical school, this was the obvious choice.

The following are selected nudes in chronological order.The paintings cover roughly 15 years worth of work and depict my growth and evolution as an artist.

Venus Contemplating the Dance submissive untitled
Salem Melanie 1 Melanie 2 Melanie 3
the M'M word - modesty ready for the evening martini 3 Always the Rose

The subjects depicted here range from statues to photos of girls I know to live models. I prefer to paint from a live model when I have the chance for the figurative works.