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I'm really digging The Nipple Project. Oh dear: is the word "nipple" NSFW (i.e. not suitable for work). Oh wellz: it's the body electric (yeah, I know that doesn't really make sense: I just like saying it). All photos are from the project's website.

I just think the project's parameters and inspiration (and how that inspiration has shifted along with the perspectives/motivations of those who've submitted work) is really interesting and creative. I think the materials are especially interesting. There are some sample submissions listed on the site. I've included some samples some below.

What is The Nipple Project? No, it doesn't involve prepubescents tweaking, heckling, or HaHaing. Instead, artist are asked to "Submit a hand-made artistic interpretation of your nipple or of someone’s nipple you love.” Submissions will then be part of a group exhibition called, "Enclosed, Encased & Enrobed" (a collaborative project to be displayed at the Orange County Center for Contemporary Art in The Artist Village in Santa Ana, California from June 5 - 28, 2008).


Now, you may be asking why nipples and why this project. Yeah, I asked the same thing. The answer:

"Initially, we were inspired by the release of the IPEX bra by Victoria Secret. Advertisements for this bra espoused quite blatantly that it provides 'maximum nipple coverage!' This bra epitomizes the eradication and androgenization of the nipple. We find this ironic in an era where breast augmentation is done in order to gain a "more feminine look." So we wanted to reclaim our natural femininity and counter this strange phenomenon.

But as our project came to life, we realized we had touched something deeper. Women responded to our call for reasons we had not intended. We began receiving submissions breast cancer survivors. Their beautiful creations are an both an artistic and cathartic. Also, women who have lost a family member or friend to breast cancer have taken this opportunity to express their grief and respect to their loved ones. We have also received submissions from women who have recently become mothers and are inspired by the joys and rigors of nursing!"

The deadline for your nipple creations is May 1st, 2008. Check out the website for more details.