JR Harke Photography, Inc. Exhibit at Gallery Provocateur in Chicago

Jerry Harke of JR Harke Photography, Inc. is shown in this photo with Veronika Kotlajic, owner of Gallery Provocateur located at 2125 North Rockwell in Chicago, Illinois.


Behind the artist and Ms. Kotlajic are photographs printed on canvas from Harke's new book, Nu Art en Noir et Blanc (Nude Art in Black and White).


This photo was taken at the opening reception of the exhibit on February 14. The exhibit continues until mid-May, 2009. The gallery is open by appointment.

18 U.S.C. Section 2257 compliance notice.
All models and other persons who appear in this blog were over the age of eighteen (18)
years at the time of the creation of the images. Records pertaining to the photographic works of Jerry R. Harke required pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 2257 and CFR 75 are kept by the custodian of records at Marigot Publishing House, Attn: Jerry R. Harke, 6805 Sprucedale Court, Annandale, Virginia 22003

JR Harke Photography, Inc. Website

This is the Website of JR Harke Photography, Inc. In addition to providing information about the photographer's services, it also provides a link to the store through which much of the artists work can be purchased.

Real Redheads au Naturel ... at Home! by Jerry Harke

Marigot Publishing House, Inc. will soon release a new title from JR Harke Photography, Inc. all about redheads! This new book will contain separate pictorials about 16 redheads the photographer has visited in their own homes to photograph. The redheads come from states across the nation including California, Oregon, New Mexico, Texas, Virginia, Pennsylvania, the District of Columbia and New York. The pictorials show these lovely redheads in their own homes doing the things they do there on a daily basis --- nude! The pictorials are accompanied by essays based on information provided to the photographer by the redheads on subjects as simple as whether or not redheads make better lovers to what makes redheads so special! It's a book that takes a lovingly warmhearted approach to presenting redheads the way they really are --- beautiful! The book will be available for purchase before the end of 2009.

A New and Different Light - Featuring JR Harke Photography, Inc.

In this short 12 minute video narrated by professional model, Amber Gangi, a wide variety of models who have worked frequently over the years with JR Harke Photography, Inc., present in individual clips their stories about their work with Jerry Harke, and the roles they played in the art they created together as well as helping make possible his photographic books and fiction novels. It's a fast-paced and enjoyable presentation with beautiful images of scenery peppered with lovely ladies talking about their work with the photographer!

The Edwardian Lawn Dress: Gentle and Timeless by Jerry Harke

For five years, Jerry Harke set out to photograph beautiful women from around the world modeling a wide collection of lovingly hand-crafted and authentic Edwardian lawn dresses.

The product of his labor of art and passion is available in this stunning book!

The Edwardian Lawn Dress: Gentle and Timeless, is an exciting artistic work combining the visions of photographer Jerry Harke and poet Keith Winston.

This 8.5" x 11" gallery book brings the feminine beauty of history's La Belle Ephoch, or The Gilded Age back to life in 160 pages of Mr. Harke's heartfelt imagery and Mr. Winston's passionate poetry.

Each verse is inspired by the beauty and stories told in stunningly beautiful photographic spreads!

If you love art, history, and romance, this book belongs in your collection and makes a one-of-a-kind gift of photographic treasures and timeless verse!

(NOTE: Some images contain mild nudity and may not be suitable for all audiences).

Buy this book here.

18 U.S.C. Section 2257 compliance notice.
All models and other persons who appear in this blog were over the age of eighteen (18)
years at the time of the creation of the images. Records pertaining to the photographic works of Jerry R. Harke required pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 2257 and CFR 75 are kept by the custodian of records at Marigot Publishing House, Attn: Jerry R. Harke, 6805 Sprucedale Court, Annandale, Virginia 22003

Nu Art en Noir et Blanc (Nude Art in Black and White) - by Jerry Harke

American photographer Jerry R. Harke has just published his new book “Nu Art en Noir et Blanc” containing more than 400 pages of black & white nudes. The first half of the book involves the presentation of studio nudes and the images in the second half were shot on location in the great outdoors. Harke says the book’s title, “Nu Art en Noir et Blanc” was chosen to honor a very special French photographer, Jean Vallette, whose work appears in a brief special guest gallery section in the center of the book. "Jean Vallette is one of the world’s finest photographers with an eye for presenting the female form as a gentle and beautiful landscape to be appreciated by all," said Harke.

Commenting on the book, Harke said, "The purpose of my work is to capture the beauty of not only what I see before me, but also what, in my mind’s eye, I think is possible. Hence, much of my work is staged with great effort and attention given to such things as lighting, mood, backdrops, and the relationship of bodies, one to the other.

In this book I present the human figure with a traditional emphasis placed on accentuating the lines of the body with varying degrees of light thus revealing muscle tone and the body’s supporting structure.Those who’ve seen my previous books have noted that the acclaimed poet, Keith Winston, has lent his special talents through the inclusion of poetry, often inspired directly by the images presented.

And so it is with this book as well. I am always amazed at Keith’s ability to express in poetic verse the kind of feelings I more often find in the visual presentation of art. In many ways, the tone of his work echoes the starkness of the images created in black and white.Keith’s poetry runs like a thread throughout “Nu Art en Noir et Blanc”. It is nothing short of genius and I think those who are expecting rhyming verses from their poetry need to re-calibrate their thinking when reading Keith’s words.

His work is a source of continuous wonderment to me because it seems to follow the nature of the subconscious mind. How many times during every minute of the day do our minds process thoughts? The number is beyond comprehension.One thing is certain though, Keith’s thoughts are rarely organized into full sentences and they definitely don’t rhyme!

So when reading Keith’s poetry, I feel the subconscious mind at work, processing thoughts, sometimes in some sort of order - other times not. And yet, they are all genuine thoughts. They are thoughts like the kind that go through our minds as we look at the images in a book like “Nu Art en Noir et Blanc”, but couldn’t write on paper to save our souls. Keith can do it and he does it magnificently.

Purchase this book here.

18 U.S.C. Section 2257 compliance notice.
All models and other persons who appear in this blog were over the age of eighteen (18)
years at the time of the creation of the images. Records pertaining to the photographic works of Jerry R. Harke required pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 2257 and CFR 75 are kept by the custodian of records at Marigot Publishing House, Attn: Jerry R. Harke, 6805 Sprucedale Court, Annandale, Virginia 22003

On Hell's Doorstep - An action-packed story of murder, love and revenge on the High Plains! - by Jerry Harke

The last remnants of the Horner Gang are still at large and are being tracked by a stranger who bears a startling resemblance to photographs of John Dillinger, Public Enemy Number One. Even the man's name, Jimmy Lawrence, is an alias used by Dillinger. Set in the Dirty Thirties during the Great Depression, Jimmy Lawrence arrives in the quiet, nearly abandoned town of Addison in the middle of Calvert County. He almost freezes to death in an intense spring snowstorm. Rescued by the Fletcher family, he pleads to keep his presence a secret. Soon the Fletchers are stunned by the news of the massacre of a neighboring family. Nine have been murdered in cold blood on their farm. As the town and county begin to mobilize for a massive manhunt, Jimmy Lawrence's presence becomes increasingly suspicious. Is he somehow linked to the murders? As this suspense-ridden thriller unfolds, only one thing is certain --- the lives of the people in Calvert County will be changed forever. Purchase this book here.

Lock Knot - A World War II Suspense Thriller! - by Jerry Harke

Tony Winston, a small-time detective, is content to play piano at a local pub and charm impressionable ladies with his poetry. When he catches the eye of a blonde knock-out named Doris, their romance instantly begins to sizzle. But she disappears out of Tony's life just as suddenly as she had appeared, leaving only an unusual 1928 Royal wide-carriage typewriter. The action begins with a late evening knock on Tony's office door. A gorgeous young woman, whom tony initially mistakes for his lost love Doris, is seeking the detective's help. Her sister has been murdered. As Tony attempts to unravel the events leading up to Doris' death, he is plunged into the bewildering domain of World War II spies. Hesitantly, he enlists the help of his boyhood friend Nick and his connections to the FBI. But the deadly mysteries of international espionage threaten to overwhelm not only Tony's search but also his life. Purchase the book here.

In Sappho's Secret Garden: A Thesaurus of Love - by Jerry Harke

In Sappho's Secret Garden: A Thesaurus of Love features the work of photographer Jerry R. Harke and poet Keith Winston, whose book, The Edwardian Lawn Dress, Gentle and Timeless was released earlier this year. Harke has spent much of his career in photography capturing images of beautiful women from around the world. In Sappho's Secret Garden: A Thesaurus of Love features photographic treasures showing women from around the world expressing feelings for one another in their own world of secret gardens. Harke's photography, coupled with Winston's erotic verse, is a treasure for women who love women and men who love to see and experience the joys of sapphic interaction. The book is dedicated to the spirit and legend of the ancient lyrist Sappho who lived in Mytilene on the Greek Isle of Lesbos some 600 years BC. Purchase the book here.

18 U.S.C. Section 2257 compliance notice.
All models and other persons who appear in this blog were over the age of eighteen (18)
years at the time of the creation of the images. Records pertaining to the photographic works of Jerry R. Harke required pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 2257 and CFR 75 are kept by the custodian of records at Marigot Publishing House, Attn: Jerry R. Harke, 6805 Sprucedale Court, Annandale, Virginia 22003

Model Costume & Body Painting Contests at MOCA DC in Georgetown, Washington DC!

SPECIAL MODEL COSTUME AND BODY PAINTING CONTESTS APRIL 3 AT MOCA DC ART GALLERY! PRIZES TOTALING OVER $1,000 IN VALUE!

Here's a party you won't want to miss! The March-April Exhibit Closing Reception at MOCA DC Gallery will begin at 6 pm on April 3 with very special contests for models and body painting enthusiasts and prizes totaling over $1,000 in value!

Models from Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, the District of Columbia, and as far away as Deleware and New Jersey will be on hand wearing the costumes of their choice.

A panel of judges will select the top three costumes judged on both originality and flare.

First, second and third place winners in the model/costume competition will each be awarded an "in-studio," two-hour portfolio-building photoshoots with one of three of the best known DC-area fashion, glamour, and fine art photographers.

But wait, there's more! Each of the winners will also be awarded a one-hour make-up session with one of three top-notch professional make-up artists! MOCA DC is fortunate to have Jerry Harke of JR Harke Photography, Inc. (Annandale, VA), Mike Cary of Mike Cary Photography (Fredericksburg, VA), and John Korb from John Korb Photography (Fairfax, VA) donate two-hour photoshoots to the winners.

And, the three top notch make-up artists who are donating their services to the winners include Brie Cafferty, Valerie Whitaker and Amber Gangi.

Winners of the body painting contests will be awarded a cash prize of $50 for the best body painting artist and $50 for the best human canvas.

DETAILS: Photoshoots will be conducted at the photographer's studio and will be two hours in length, not including the one-hour make-up session.

The sessions may include as many as four costume changes. Photographers will provide the winning models DVDs with digital images sized at 8x10 inches in both high and low resolutions. DVDs will be provided to the models will full usage rights no later than two weeks following the photoshoot.

Photoshoot dates and times will be arranged between the model, photographer and make-up artist, but must take place within 90 days (no later than July 3, 2009).

Photographers and make-up artists will make every reasonable effort, consistent with their existing business commitments, to schedule a photoshoot with the model on a mutually agreed upon date as soon as possible prior to July 3, 2009.

MOCA DC is located at 1054 31st St. NW in Canal Square in Georgetown, Washington DC. For details, email Dave Quammen at mocadc01@comcast.net or call 202.342.6230. (Photos in this section compliments of John Korb Photography)

18 U.S.C. Section 2257 compliance notice.
All models and other persons who appear in this blog were over the age of eighteen (18) years at the time of the creation of the images. Records pertaining to the photographic works of Jerry R. Harke required pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 2257 and CFR 75 are kept by the custodian of records at Marigot Publishing House, Attn: Jerry R. Harke, 6805 Sprucedale Court, Annandale, Virginia 22003

Art Show 2009 - MOCA DC Art Gallery - 1054 31st St NW, Canal Square in Georgetown - Washington, DC

These images, created by JR Harke Photography, Inc., are on display at the MOCA DC Art Gallery March 6 - April 3.

Glamour model Angelina Leigh was on hand to pose during a special exhibition photoshoot with JR Harke Photography, Inc. before the crowded gallery.

Models from throughout the metro-politain DC area were invited to show up to network with photographers.

The show opened on March 6 at 6 pm with a gala reception with nearly 300 people attended and didn't close until the early morning hours March 7!




A feature of the evening was a model's parade in which the models in attendance had the opportunity to come to the front of the gallery, give their name and pose for John Korb Photography. This allowed the photographers in the audience to identify new models and network for future projects.

The closing of the annual Art Show will be on April 3 and during that party, there will be a special model costume contest and also a body painting contest.

The winners will receive prizes totalling over $1,000!

One of the prizes for the top three winders in the costume contest is a special 2 hour photoshoot with one of three metro DC photographers, these include JR Harke Photography, Inc., John Korb Photography, and Mike Cary Photography.

Make up artists include Amber Gangi, Brie Cafferty and Valerie Whittaker. Judges for the contest will be Will Gray of Grayscape Photography, Ron Ceasar of Ceasar Photography, and Azcra Woodward.

18 U.S.C. Section 2257 compliance notice.

All models and other persons who appear in this blog were over the age of eighteen (18)

years at the time of the creation of the images. Records pertaining to the photographic works of Jerry R. Harke required pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 2257 and CFR 75 are kept by the custodian of records at Marigot Publishing House, Attn: Jerry R. Harke, 6805 Sprucedale Court, Annandale, Virginia 22003