Weekly Wrap: Apr 12
Sexuality and self-awareness, surreal nudes by de Dienes, mindful meditation, and reflections from a nude future, this week on Planet Nude
Welcome to Weekly Wrap. From thoughtful essays to dreamy photography, the stories we shared this week explored the tension between vulnerability and presence—how we see ourselves, how others see us, and how we navigate being seen. We revisited a legendary midcentury photographer who brought surreal beauty to naturist publications, examined the delicate line between nudity and sexuality in social spaces, and took a look inward—through mirrors, meditation, and fiction set in a future where clothes are optional, but connection is everything. 🚀
This week on Planet Nude 🪐
In this essay by Ronna E Krozy, the persistent misrepresentation of social nudism as something sexual is challenged with clarity and nuance. She explores how naturists navigate attraction without crossing boundaries, and how sexual self-awareness—not denial—is vital to maintaining respect in naturist spaces. With thoughtful insight into physiology, psychology, and behavior, this piece reclaims the middle ground between freedom and responsibility.
Best known for his iconic early portraits of Marilyn Monroe, André de Dienes also left a striking mark on naturist visual history. In this article, we explore de Dienes’ dreamy, layered nude photography—where professional models and known nudists like Diane Webber appeared not as objects, but as metaphors for freedom, beauty, and selfhood. From surreal landscapes to mid-century nudist magazines, de Dienes helped reimagine what nude art could be.
Back by popular demand, Richard Dewey’s Nude Fundamentals meditation classes are expanding, with new spring and summer sessions now available. From beginner to advanced levels, these Zoom-based workshops offer a body-positive space to explore mindfulness, guided techniques, and group sharing—all in the nude. Plus, a third-level course, Nude Opening the Mind, is on the horizon.
In this quiet and thoughtful short story by Alan R. Paine, adapted from his novel A Suggestion in Space, a future community reckons with the past’s strange attitudes about nudity. As characters debate work, play, and belonging in a naked world, the story weaves tenderness, autonomy, and the everyday rhythms of life into something deeply human.
For this week’s #UndressedThread, we’re reflecting—literally—on how we relate to our reflections. Whether you love the mirror, avoid it, or fall somewhere in between, we want to know: how do you see yourself, and how has that changed? Share your experience and join the conversation.
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This week on Strips 🚀
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To celebrate the one-year anniversary of Strips, Planet Nude has launched a new feature: Strips One-Shots, showcasing fresh, standalone comics from a rotating cast of guest artists. Unlike our ongoing series like Asada & Mischa or Nudist Newbies, these one-offs are singular creations—witty, absurd, or unexpected snapshots of naturist humor and life. The first batch includes political nudity puns, naked hotel check-ins, and canine coverups on illegal beaches. Whether silly or sharp, each strip captures a moment worth sharing. And yes—submissions are open if you’ve got a comic of your own.
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That’s a wrap
That officially wraps up this week! Join us next Saturday for more insights and stories from the week ahead. 🪐