The artwork depicts a striking portrait of a woman formed by carefully arranged coffee beans. The artist has used the different shades and nuances of the beans with precision and creativity to create the contours and details of the face. Each bean grain contributes to the portrait's unique texture and depth, giving it an intriguing and vibrant look.
What completes this artwork is the addition of spilled coffee as a background, later subtly manipulated in Photoshop. This technique adds an extra layer of realism and dynamism to the portrait, making it seem as if the woman is actually enveloped in a swirl of coffee. The texture of the spilled coffee flows organically with the beans, creating a harmonious whole that invites the viewer to dive deeper into the artwork.
The woman's attractiveness radiates through the composition, her mysterious gaze seems to enchant the viewer and invite them to discover more about her story. The use of coffee as a medium adds an additional element of symbolism, linking the warmth and energy of this beloved drink to the woman's strength and beauty.
It all started with a4 paper and HB pencils. As a child I was often impressed by how beautiful the world around me was. The urge to capture this beautiful world, and to show the people around me what I saw, was actually there from the beginning. If.. Read more…