"Hapa" is a Hawaiian word for someone of mixed ethnic ancestry.
Voluptuary Media's principle photographer, Michael Laudini, set out on a 3-year journey to capture the unique beauty of the Hapa woman. This is the only book known to merge that beauty with his moody, artistic pro photography. All images were captured with existing light, never harsh strobe light, which enhanced that artistic approach.
None of the women appearing in the book are professional models. Underpinned with an adventurous spirit, they represent many facets of society. For example, there is a practicing medical examiner, some are college students, a few Polynesian dancers, a few are proud moms.
If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind, coffee table photo book, celebrating the uniqueness of the Hapa woman - this is that book!
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978-1-0880-1559-9 (9781088015599)
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Culminating a three-year journey taken by the photographer Michael Laudini, the moody, artistic feel of the photographs in HAPA Moods capture the personality and intimacy of each subject. Straying away from studio lighting, Laudini used the environment or natural lighting to cast the tone of each shot. Laudini has been working as a photographer for over twenty years. He applies his formal training to capture the essence of feminine beauty and his work has been featured in magazines such as Playboy, Boudoir Inspiration, Vigour, and Marika. His photographs have helped launch women into careers via America's Next Top Model too. Michael has a BA in Studio Art with an emphasis in photography from Loyola University Chicago. He lives in California with his two teen girls and 7-year old Golden Doodle named Charlie.
