[Quila]

and I have to admit it hasn't always--the Maplethorpe controversy proved that

Exactly how much do you know about Mappelthorpe? Have you seen an exhibit, or only those couple photos the conservative press has been talking about? The man actually warrants serious study in the legitimate art world, not just a self-righteous AFA press release.

I am personally quite turned-off by his most graphic photos, but I have to admit that the man had serious talent even in thier production. There are some prints I would love to own, prints that most of you wouldn't mind hanging in your homes if it weren't for the attached name.

[chance33_98]

Exactly how much do you know about Mappelthorpe?

I think he was talking about that one specific work, but then again some may argue that a child molester for example is tainted by that fact no matter how much good work they do elsewhere in life (I had an earlier thread on a santa who was a child molester - I was not trying to equate maplethorpe with one)

[Die Zaubertuba]

Exactly how much do you know about Mappelthorpe?

I think he was talking about that one specific work...

I was talking specifically about the controversy regarding NEA funding of his SM exhibit at the Corcoran Gallery (sorry the date escapes me). Thanks for clarifying.