Bold. Seductive. Untamed. Gold Lust captures the raw magnetism of desire and dominance — a visceral close-up that blurs the line between allure and aggression.
The gleam of gold against crimson lips becomes a symbol of temptation and control, reflecting a world where power is worn, not spoken. Every curve and shadow draws the eye deeper into the frame, revealing both beauty and defiance in a single breath.
This piece challenges the viewer to confront their own hunger — for luxury, for freedom, for the thrill of self-expression.
Collection: Vices in Vallarta
Medium: Fine Art Print on Premium Matte Paper
Artist: Marc Shaw II
Gold Lust
Marc Shaw II is a Los Angeles-based visual artist whose work blends cinematic sensuality with modernist stillness. With a background in game design and a passion for storytelling, Shaw uses photography to explore contrasts—between skin and stone, gold and grit, indulgence and isolation.













