There's a longing in the eyes, shaded by the cap and he's naked in this field, begging for an excuse to be vulnerable. But his jaw is set, his stance is rigid and guarded. Struggling with the need to remain powerful, rugged, to stand on his own and the desperation to feel wanted and safe. He stands away from his home, he couldn't do this there, covered by heavy clouds in the dark. If only someone could meet him there, open as the field in which he stands.
Cordial
2025-12-10 00:11:50 +0000 UTC
Love the background story, how this is erotic but it's got depth to it. I agree with everyone who says it conveys something, because his face says a lot without a need for any sort of dialogue.
I love that this piece came about from a conversation also.
Isaac
2025-12-08 18:52:16 +0000 UTC
The whole scene communicates so much so well. The pose & physicality of the character, the way he stares at the viewer with a vulnerable longing but at the same time a bravery of defiance. The lights on in the house behind make new think of his responsibilities that hold him in this space but the openness of the landscape gives a sense of freedom. Love this image; excellent work as always!
slf-unt
2025-12-08 07:47:30 +0000 UTC
thank you!! I think it's funny how sometimes the most neutral expression can say the most. I recall hearing about a film director who would tell his actors to give absolutely zero expression, totally neutral faces, during the most intense/emotional scenes. and later they'd be praised for their amazing acting! there's a magic that happens when the audience is allowed to connect the dots, and participate in finding the meaning for themselves, rather than have it all over-explained.
Celery Man
2025-12-06 07:47:38 +0000 UTC
ah man, then you know it well!! and you know these guys (and how scorching hot they often are 😅)
Celery Man
2025-12-06 07:46:07 +0000 UTC
thanks man 💚 we're a bit past this time of year now, but a month ago this is exactly how the landscape felt around here 🍂
Celery Man
2025-12-06 07:45:41 +0000 UTC
such a true statement!! I think about that a lot, how we gay guys often value and lust after men who women seem ready to discard - and vice versa, for that matter.
Celery Man
2025-12-06 07:45:07 +0000 UTC
thanks man!! 💚 happy you like this one.
Celery Man
2025-12-06 07:44:14 +0000 UTC
thank you sir 💚 and I actually love hearing that part of your response was horny lust, because that's what I was hoping for!! and that's wrapped up in my motivations for making this - to give a character like this, who's neglected and overlooked in real life, the erotic spotlight that he does deserve.
Celery Man
2025-12-06 07:44:05 +0000 UTC
Everything you wrote comes through in the expression on his face. You are a gifted artist.
RLJohnston
2025-12-04 22:03:47 +0000 UTC
I live up in Rural VT, and I work in mid/north NH all the time, and this is just incredible. I love the guys you find out on these farms. Sorry to hear about your friend, It really is tough to find good male (non-sexual) companionship up here.
Patrick Havice
2025-12-04 17:37:24 +0000 UTC
A really great image, the color palette is amazing.
Patrick Cavins
2025-12-03 14:39:08 +0000 UTC
There was a line in an Ethan Mordden book: One woman’s trash is another man’s treasure. That’s for sure.
Robert Hackney
2025-12-02 18:05:19 +0000 UTC
Celery, your meaning and intent came across perfectly. A noble effort indeed.
John Anderson
2025-12-02 13:28:54 +0000 UTC
The background of his makes this piece so deep, complicated and melancholic. I wanted to make a cheap joke about how I would give him all the attention he deserves, on my knees to be exact, but it almost feels wrong. It’s a stunning and unusual piece. Beautiful work.