Diary: A Day in the Life

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Jilian

Photography and Text by Tony Ward, Copyright 2017

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DIARY: DAY IN THE LIFE

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I had just left the studio for a brief walk to have lunch with a new model when I heard a scream from the back seat of a passing taxi. “Tony, Tony, Tony” she said as I noticed a waive from the passing vehicle.  I quickly turned, a familiar face for sure, but couldn’t precisely place the context of the person that was calling out to me. The taxi stopped. Out of the rear door, a very attractive woman exited the vehicle and proceeded to run towards me rapidly.  My heart started to pound as the day suddenly became more exciting and invigorating.  I remembered who she was.  Natalie, a stunning brunette that I photographed several years earlier told me it was such a coincidence to see me that day, because she was just talking to her girlfriend about my work and that she wanted to introduce me to her close friend. I said, “sure just call the studio to set up an appointment.”  That response wasn’t good enough for Natalie.  She insisted right then and there that I go with her to meet a young blond by the name of Jilian, who was working just down the block from where I was about to have lunch.

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Jilian

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We hurried to her friend’s place of employment, a classy restaurant in the Penn’s Landing district of Philadelphia where she worked as a hostess.  Natalie insisted once I saw Jilian, I wouldn’t be disappointed.  She guaranteed that I would want to photograph her, and also mentioned that her dear friend had  a desire to have nude photos taken of her.  We entered the restaurant and sat at the bar in anticipation of meeting my new subject.  As soon as Jilian entered the bar, it was almost as if all the air had left the room.  I could already see through her attire as my imagination transported me to an erotic journey with a woman I just met.  I did everything to maintain my cool as I became instantly infatuated by her incredible presence and beauty.

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Jilian

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Jilian explained that she had been talking to Natalie about having erotic pictures taken of her to present as a gift to her boyfriend.  The couple were recently engaged to be married.   Because of her employment status, I suggested it would be wise to create a pseudonym for the set of pictures, as I was certain the photographs would be published by one of the magazines I was contributing to.  Norma Rockwell came to mind, as she reminded me of a character that could easily fit into a perverse version of a Norman Rockwell painting.

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AKA: Norma Rockwell

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“Norma” and I made arrangements to meet at a small charming boutique hotel called the Alexander Inn in center city Philadelphia where the sitting would take place.  I asked her to bring a few pieces of lingerie from her wardrobe for the erotic encounter.  As soon as we checked in to our room I asked “Norma” to put some of her items on the bed.  I picked a few things knowing whatever we selected had to accentuate her statuesque physique. The shoot progressed innocently at first and then the sexual persona of this exotic woman took over as she began to gently play with her genitals. All for the love of a man she was soon to marry.

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AKA: Norma Rockwell

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Light Table: The Philo Project

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Jennie: The Philo Project
 

 

Photography and Text by Tony Ward, Copyright 2017

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THE PHILO PROJECT

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During my second year of teaching Photography classes at the University of Pennsylvania in 2012, I was asked by members of  the universities Philomathean Society to lecture about my involvement in erotic photography. Founded in 1813, Philo is a student run literary society located atop College Hall in the heart of campus life.  Several Philo members asked me to photograph them in the nude as part of their learning experience regarding  this controversial genre of photographic history. The photographs were taken in the halls of the society where traditional adornments contributed to the classically composed imagery. Photographs from the series are now part of the societies records and notes.

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Paul: The Philo Project

 

 

Jean Ward: July 9, 1920 – June 10, 2017

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Jean Ward: July 9, 1920 – June 10, 2017
 

 

Eulogy by Gina Cimino

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JEAN WARD: JULY 9, 1920 – JUNE 10, 2017

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Just yesterday morning, June 10th, 2017, at 6:00 AM, My Family lost a Mother, a Grandmother, a Sister, a Sister-in law, an Aunt, a Godmother, and a Friend. I am honored to represent My Family, The Wards, and Trasatti’s, in paying tribute to my Aunt and Godmother, Jenny Ward.

For so many reasons, and in so many ways, Aunt Jenny left a permanent mark upon my life. I’m convinced that whatever I am, whatever I am to become, I owe it to all those who have left an imprint on my life: my parents, yes, who gave me life; my Aunt Rita, too, who enriched my life, and Aunt Jenny who refined, and one might even say, defined, my life.

I am not sure if I totally understood this as a child, but as an adult looking back, I realized that many of the values I hold for myself were shaped by watching my Aunt Jenny’s life, and benefitting from that life. She taught me to Love and Accept all people of every age, color, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, status, ability, sexual identity, and/or country, no matter who they are, what they do, or who they Love! 

She embodied the spirit of parenthood, as she raised and loved her three children, Mark, Dwight, and Tony, unconditionally. Everything she did was for her family. As a woman, she was a pillar of strength, courage, and determination. As a Mother, she dedicated her entire life to her family.  She will always be remembered for her never tiring, and never-ending love, she so effortlessly gave to all of us!

She was a gracious host, she was a phenomenal cook, and she always made you feel welcomed in her beautiful, cozy home. I remember so many weekends, as we would pull up to her driveway, you could hear the sweet sound of the saxophone, as she played her jazz albums on the stereo, mixed with the scent of her delicious food, cooking on the stove. Aunt Jenny always understood what really mattered. It was being with her family that mattered! Now, she was not perfect. Was she stern? Yes! Could she speak her mind? Yes! Could she put you in your place without uttering a word—with just one look? Oh, Yes!

However, she also possessed something that is so unique—and sadly, it is growing increasingly unique: She had a servant’s heart. She spent her life taking care of her family, and therefore, “Her Life”, was a life of, “True Sacrifice”.

Too often, we measure success by how much money one makes, but the truth is we must measure our lives by God’s plan. Therefore, I define success as fulfilling the purpose for which God called us, and I believe with all my heart, that my Aunt Jenny fulfilled that purpose. I believe with all my heart, her life was an “epic success”. When you look at her Sons, you see her success; when you look at her Grand Children, you see her success; when you look at me, you see her success. Therefore, she still lives. She has left a legacy that will not die.

I spent a good bit of time with Aunt Jenny over the last few years, and as difficult as those times were, they were, oddly, some of the most precious times God allowed me to have. It was a time of personal healing, and bonding; it gave me a chance to talk with her, to laugh with her, to enjoy pictures of family with her, and very often, just to sit there quietly. It allowed me an opportunity to remind her of how much I Loved her, and I “Thank God”, for that opportunity. Some people do not get that opportunity. It is something I will always cherish, and I know God had a plan—and He worked it, as only He can. I cannot say I understand it all, because I do not, but I trust Him.

As I end, Aunt Jenny may have departed this life, but her legacy lives on. It lives on in the lives of so many; it lives on in me, and among the most prominent of those lives, is the life of my Aunt Jenny, for she is the one who “Shaped my Values”.

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Last Hours With My Mom, Jean Ward: Rest in Peace
 

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Rebecca Huang: I’m Most Afraid Of…..

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Photography and Text by Rebecca Huang, Copyright 2017

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I’M MOST AFRAID OF…..

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When most people get asked what they are most afraid of, they usually relate it to spiders, ghosts, or heights. Most people do not think how it relates to the bigger scale picture with in the world, because it seems to be far above them and they do not have much say in it, so it is something that does not relate to them much. However, I think that everyone definitely has an opinion as to what they know about current politics and do apply to how it affects them. It is just that every day little issues come to overshadow over the bigger scale issues since those are more immediate and we have a say to them.

Therefore, for my assignment, I decided to ask people from a variety of backgrounds what they were most afraid of in terms of current US politics, in specific with Trump as president. Some decided to give a more personal response in how it directly influences them in terms of ethnicity and culture, while others decided to give a broader fear which would affect everyone in the world. Some of the answers they gave could also be foreseen through just knowing what they are involved in at Penn as well, while the others were surprising and it actually in a way helped me get to know my models more as a person. I think through this way of asking people just around not only me, but also other Penn students what in politics scares them, helps make a stronger statement in protesting and raising awareness for some issues. Especially since we all interact in about the same general Penn community so these small collection of issues may apply to a greater collection of us as well.

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About The Author: Rebecca Huang is a freshmen enrolled in the College of Nursing, University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2020. To access additional articles by Rebecca Huang, go herehttps://tonywardstudio.com/blog/rebecca-huang-see/