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Spencer Tunick - The Naked Truth

Monday, June 28, 2004
Topics: Arts
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The once-in-a-lifetime occasion featured smiles that stretched through the street, from giddy, sleep-deprived volunteers who joined in, for the largest North American installation ever by artist Spencer Tunick.

The daring folks over at MOCA Cleveland arranged the art event, and were generous enough to open the installation to our bashful ideastream producer, Dave DeOreo, as he (fully-clothed) followed two local writers through their extraordinary day. Husband and wife playwrights - David Hansen and Toni K. Thayer - took the day to celebrate their 5th wedding anniversary, as they took off all their attire - all in the name of art. So, you’ve seen the pictures, and the video, now give a listen as we take you on an audio journey with Dave, Toni, and Spencer Tunick.

All photos by Dave DeOreo

David Hansen, Toni K. Thayer, Zelda Dare, and Spencer Tunick at MOCA Cleveland last week, before the shoot.

The first shoot at 6:00 AM Saturday.

A MOCA Cleveland volunteer conveying Spencer Tunick’s directions to the rest of the team.

MOCA Cleveland volunteers getting participants in place.

Naked Clevelanders waiting for the shoot.

Naked Clevelanders waiting for the shoot.

Clevelanders posing for the first installation at the East 9th Street Pier.

Spencer Tunick gives out directions.

Spencer Tunick in silhouette.

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