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Samarel the erotic artist by his computer - AI video

About me, the erotic artist

I’ve been chasing the shimmer of erotic art since 2002. What started as experiments on a glowing screen turned into something I could never step away from — a lifelong devotion to capturing desire in motion.

For me, erotica isn’t only about showing bodies; it’s about revealing the charge between them. Every curve, every ripple of light, is a pulse you can almost feel under your fingertips. My art is less about painting sex and more about painting the energy behind it.

Over two decades later, the obsession hasn’t cooled. If anything, it’s hotter, sharper, and even wilder. Erotica, to me, is endless — a universe of lust and light where I still get lost, every single day.

This space, this work, is my invitation to you: step inside the swirl, touch the shine, and see what happens when desire becomes art.

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Samarel Erotic Art Interview
12” of Sin Gallery

Samarel opens up about erotic art, inspiration, and pushing boundaries at 12” of Sin 2025 exhibition.
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My story - why i create erotic sex art

​Let’s be honest: the most exciting subject in life (and in art) is making love. Bodies in all their forms — male, female, somewhere in between, in every shade — are simply the greatest masterpiece ever made. And me? I can’t stop celebrating them. Each new artwork feels like falling into bed with desire for the very first time… again and again. Spoiler: I never get bored.

Funny thing is, I didn’t even know I was an “erotic artist” at first. I was just a graphic designer messing around with curves, swirls, and skin. But then the feedback rolled in. People weren’t just looking — they were feeling something. They told me my art moved them, turned them on, gave them chills. And that’s when it clicked: I wasn’t playing. I was building an entire world of erotica.

Over the years, I’ve noticed women speak up more about my work than men. Maybe because I give them permission to enjoy “porn art” without the guilt — because what I create isn’t porn, it’s passion, dressed in art.

So here I am, two decades later, still happily obsessed. I didn’t choose the erotic artist life — my audience did. And honestly? I’m glad they did.

 

A surreal hug between man and woman - erotic sex art by Samarel

The image above, "Kink Hug" was selected for the high profile book "World's Greatest Erotic Art of Today - Vol 1", endorsed by the top erotic museums in the world! The book is sponsored by the Erotic Signature Competition.

Samarel by his erotic art piece 'within me' at the museum
Canvas art for your home

How to participate in erotic art exhibitions

How I started my journey

Showcasing erotica is tricky business

An interview with erotic artist Samarel

Vintage porn modern erotic art by Samarel - an NFT art collection

'Eternal Erotica' 
NFT collection

Art Exhibitions

 

12" of Sin

Las Vegas, 2016

 

12" of Sin

Las Vegas, 2015

 

12" of Sin

Las Vegas, 2014

 

Eros

Haorgim gallery, 2014 Israel

 

12" of Sin

Las Vegas, 2013

 

Icon People
October 2011 Israel

 

Evento
August 2011 Israel

Vanilla Sex
March 2011 Israel

Rochester Erotic Art Festival
March 2010 N.Y

 

The 'Dirty Show 10.5'
September 2009 Detroit

 

The 'Dirty Show 10'
February 2009 Detroit

 

ArtUndressed
May 2008 Miami

 

The 'Dirty Show 9'
February 2008 Detroit

 

Harvest
October 2007 Atlanta

The 'Dirty Show 8'
February 2007 Detroit

Maverick Erotic Art show
October 2005 Austin, Texas

 

Seattle Erotic Art Festival
February 2004

 

Echo Gallery
Chicago August 2002

A couple in a doggie style position erotic sex art image by Samarel

"Within Me"
was selected for "World's Greatest Erotic Art of Today - Vol 2"

'A l i e n a '...
My cyber alien...SF graphic novel

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