This intriguing work balances at the intersection of surrealism and fashion photography. The image shows a figure in a classic grey blazer with a peach-coloured turtleneck, but the head has been replaced by a glass fishbowl. Lush flowers - soft pink roses and fiery orange flowers - grow in this bowl, sprouting from the head like an exuberant garden. This fusion of man and nature raises questions about identity, vulnerability and the growth of thought.
The face is subtly visible through the glass, with porcelain skin and softly painted lips, giving it a dreamy and almost doll-like character. The fishbowl acts as a metaphorical headgear, as well as a transparent barrier that creates distance between the inner and outer worlds. The flowers can be seen as symbols of creativity, dreams or the budding of ideas - as if inner life is literally blossoming.
A fascinating detail is the reflection in the glass, which adds a sense of depth and realism to an otherwise almost unreal scene. The soft, neutral background enhances the surreal effect of the composition. Modern Art. Surrealism. Photography. Fantasy.
Conceived by Bianca ter Riet, visualized with AI.
Bianca ter Riet is a versatile artist who expresses herself through paintings, photography, and digital art. Her work is inspired by daily experiences, travels, and conversations, characterized by a strong sense of style, proportion, and color use. She creates art that stimulates the.. Read more…