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Vintage photograph "Female Portrait" by David Law, England
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Photograph " Female Portrait " David Law, Methacrylate, 20th c. - England
An extraordinary photograph by Parisian photographer David Law, depicting a female face. It is printed on methacrylate, a modern material that enhances the image's luminosity and depth. In addition, this support adds a reflection effect that can vary according to the lighting and the angle from which the work is viewed, introducing a dynamic effect.
The photograph features a close-up of a female face, with full lips in deep purple and eyes highlighted by dark shadows. This composition reveals an intention and emphasis on sensuality. An intimate, enveloping atmosphere is also created, with a certain air of mystery, a characteristic present in the artist's works. In addition, it should be noted that the use of the face as a central theme may refer to questions of identity and perception.
The manipulation of light is crucial in this work. Reflections on the material, as well as the shadows that envelop the face, play with space, creating an interplay between inside and outside. This aspect reinforces the symbolic and ambiguous character of the work, in which the face seems to emerge from the image while at the same time blending into it. The lines and shapes of the face are well defined, but when captured in methacrylate, they take on an almost dreamlike appearance, as if trapped between different dimensions.
David Law
London photographer David Law was born in Paris in 1967. He finished high school in 1988 and went on to study video and imaging. Insatiable and multifaceted, he tried his hand at poetry, writing, comics, soundtrack recording, directing, film editing and, finally, photography. Always attracted by the mannequins in shop windows who seem to question him, he began photographing them in 1994. For his "Girls in Town" photos, he seeks to penetrate the mystery and soul of these beautiful, solitary women who, like a mirror of our own lives, reflect back to us the image of who we are. His universe revolves around reflections and reflected reality, like another world mirroring reality.
That's why this photographer specializes in capturing intimate, meaningful moments through his lens. What sets him apart is his ability to capture the essence of his subjects, be they people, animals or landscapes. He has traveled to many parts of the world to capture unique moments and tell visual stories.
His photographs have been exhibited in renowned galleries and published in prestigious magazines. His work has also won several awards, a testament to his talent and dedication. David Law is also passionate about teaching photography. He shares his knowledge and experience through workshops, conferences and online tutorials, helping others to develop their skills.
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ConditionGoodHeight80 cmWidth120 cmDepth1 cm
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