XXModels by Richard Kern

XXModels by legendary American photographer and filmmaker Richard Kern is an intimate and raw exploration of underground aesthetics, eroticism, and the authentic “girl-next-door” archetype. Originally published in 2001 by Fiction Inc., this highly sought-after, out-of-print classic was released in Japan to navigate the strict censorship laws that had restricted the sale of Kern’s previous works.

Across 64 pages and 51 vibrant, full-color photographs, Kern captures women in unglamorous, everyday moments—brushing teeth, eating, showering, or relaxing in their underwear—infusing his signature raw, voyeuristic style into domestic settings. Known for his pioneering role in New York City’s 1980s underground cultural scene and his iconic music video collaborations with artists like Sonic Youth, Kern strips away the polished veneer of commercial photography to deliver something deeply authentic and provocative.

Perfect for collectors of contemporary photography, counter-culture art, and erotic portraiture, this hard-to-find volume stands as a definitive artifact of 2000s subculture.

Product Details

Fine+. Hardback illustrated covers. Minor shelf wear and scuffing. [8.3]

$ 90.00