The Great Odalisque by Ingres depicts the theme of the painting on a newly created background. Odalisques were light-skinned female slaves who lived in a harem. The depiction was a common theme in the 19th century and was often similar to depictions of the figure of Venus. The woman depicted here, on the other hand, should not be read as a slave, but as a self-determined woman who makes her desires and passions clear and consciously lives them out, which is expressed by the tattoos on her body.
Via plant photography to digital image editing with its thousand possibilities. That's how I found my "playground", where I love to let off steam every day. The creative process is a fascinating journey, and the result is always surprising. Different techniques and styles provide wonderful variety and.. Read more…