Bruce Bellas
Bruce Harry Bellas (July 7, 1909 – July 1974) was an American photographer. He was influential in his work with
History and influence
Bruce Harry Bellas was born in
Bellas was known to travel around the country, finding new models to photograph and also personally delivering nude photographs to customers, since they were liable to be seized by postal inspectors if sent through the mail.[5]
An extensive archive of Bellas' nude male physique photographs exists today, largely intact. His impact on physique photography is largely felt and recognized, and the works of
Bellas died while on vacation in Canada in July 1974.[7][8] He was buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in the Hollywood Hills on August 9.[9] Bellas was in a long-term relationship with favorite model Scotty Cunningham,[10] to whom he left his estate.[11]
References
- ^ Gonzo, JC (January 21, 2020). "The Fine Art of Early Gay Erotica". Santa Fe Reporter. Retrieved January 3, 2021.
- ISBN 9781000150285. Retrieved 6 March 2023.
- ^ "Bruce Harry Bellas". U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940–1947. Retrieved 6 March 2023.
- ^ a b c Rosen, Miss (October 17, 2019). "Bruce of Los Angeles, the Man Who Pioneered Beefcake Photography". Another Man. Retrieved January 3, 2021.
- ^ ISBN 9781135585068.
- The Advocate. Retrieved January 3, 2021.
- ^ "Bruce Of Los Angeles' Greeting Cards". 30 March 2021. Retrieved 11 August 2021.
- ^ "Bruce Bellas". U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935–2014. Retrieved 6 March 2023.
- ^ "Obituaries-Funerals". Press-Telegram. 8 August 1974. Retrieved 6 March 2023.
- ISBN 0-231-09998-3.
- ^ Blanks, Tim (5 December 2017). "THE BAND OF BROTHERS WHO RISKED IT ALL FOR MALE EROTICA". Another Man.
External links
- Bruce Bellas Biography
- Bruce Bellas Photography Archived 2006-05-07 at the Wayback Machine
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