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The relationship of science/technology and art is woefully underemphasized in popular understanding. From Da Vinci's interest in pre-natal anatomy to Van Gogh's study of astronomy, to the post-structuralist roots of John Baldessari, scientific curiosity and technological advancement have sent the volleyball over the net uncountable times. Before the drum machine, drummers sought metronomic perfection, but when the radio was full of mechanized synth-pop, we began to prize the gritty slop of drums obviously beaten by human beings.
Painted portraiture, like most painting, strove to give us the most convincing, detailed representation of naturalism. When the camera appeared on the scene, the Impressionists basically said, Hey, the machine has that covered, we want to say (see) what the machine can't. That's when bold and loose strokes of alla prima painting let loose. Currently, there is a split. We are both tech-fetishists and nostalgists, craving a return to the handmade. Today's portraits are equally likely to be pure painting, pure digital medium or the mixed-media offspring of both.
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What does the word portrayed mean?
Depicted. A portrait of a person has been made using drawing, painting, sculpting, acting or verbal description. Portray=portrait
Was Mona Lisa happy when she saw the painting of her self?
No one knows anything about the woman in the painting. Many art experts think it could have been a self portrait. He had the painting with him when he died and had carried it with him for many years.
Is Simon Davis an artist if so can you tell me when did Simon Davis paint the portrait 'do i disappoint you'?
Yes Simon Davis is an artist and did the painting "Do I disappoint you" Here is a link to the painting. It has been sold.
Are there paintings of Shakespeare unclaimed I have a poster size painting that resembles the paintings of Shakespeare. How can I find out if it is of him?
I assume that you mean that the painting you have is a portrait of Shakespeare, or might be, rather than being a painting by Shakespeare, since Shakespeare was a writer, not a painter. A portrait of Shakespeare that looks like the other portraits of him is likely a more modern painting based on the authentic images we have of the Bard. For example, the Flower Portrait, one of the more famous portraits, is based on the Droushout engraving at the front of the First Folio. Periodically, someone comes up with a painting which they claim to be a portrait from life of Shakespeare. In order to make this claim, they have to prove that the painting is a genuine 16th century painting which could have been painted when Shakespeare was alive. The second thing that must be proven is that the painting has a traceable history. The most recent paintings for which this claim has been made are the Sanders and the Cobbe portraits. You will have noticed that it is not necessary that the painting need look anything like Shakespeare, and this is apparent when you look at the Sanders, and even more apparent when you look at the Cobbe. Basically, if you can find a genuine 16th century portrait of The Earl of Southampton's mother, it stands a good chance of being claimed as being of Shakespeare. It would have as good a provenance as the Cobbe Portrait. Tarnya Cooper, the National Gallery's expert in such things, has said that the only portrait which has a ghost of a claim to being an actual portrait of Shakespeare is the Chandos Portrait. If what you have is not likely to pass these tests, don't worry. It doesn't stop it from being a cool painting. The Mona Lisa is none the worse for not being a picture of Shakespeare.
In Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Oval Portrait' when the narrator moves the candelabrum what painting does he see?
When the narrator moves the candelabrum in Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Oval Portrait', he sees a portrait of a young woman that appears to have been recently painted. The sight of the painting, juxtaposed with the dying woman in the bed, captures the theme of art vs. life and the consequences of sacrificing reality for art.
What can you find out about the Italian company called Unit. Art. Portrait Co. Naples Italy?
My father had a portrait painting done while he was in the military overseas with the same label on it. I was curious too. The painting looks amazing and I believe it might have been done in 1975. And I'm not exactly sure what country it was done in. "Unit. Art. Portrait. Co. Naples-Italy"
What was Degas' first painting sold?
Something he did in art school, now forgotten.
What is your favorite type of photography?
I'm a photographer with a photography studio named Rare Studio based in Amsterdam. In my personal assessment, I find portrait photography to be my favorite genre. Portrait Photography is a compelling art form centered around capturing the unique characteristics, emotions, and personality of individuals or groups. It involves a thoughtful blend of composition, lighting, and posing to convey the essence of the subject in a visually appealing manner. The composition, including framing and background selection, is crucial in creating a harmonious and engaging portrait. Lighting, whether natural or artificial, plays a pivotal role in highlighting facial features and setting the desired mood. Skilled photographers guide their subjects to pose naturally, fostering a genuine connection and expression. The choice of focal length and framing techniques further contributes to the overall impact of the portrait. Post-processing techniques, including editing and retouching, are often employed to refine and enhance the final image. Whether capturing formal studio portraits, candid moments, or environmental portraits that provide context, portrait photography remains a powerful means of storytelling and artistic expression.
How long did Mona Lisa sit there when da vinci did the Mona Lisa?
Da Vinci painted the portrait between 1504 to 1519. The woman who sat for it was Lisa Gherardini and it was requested by her husband. Da Vinci kept the painting with him and when he died in the French court it was with him. Art historians have debated about the painting and there has been theories that it was a self portrait of da Vinci.
What is Leonardo da vinchi trying to say in his Mona Lisa painting?
He was simply trying to communicate what the woman looked like. It was a portrait he had been commissioned, by her husband, to paint.
Why do you not have pictures of leif ericson?
Leif Ericson was a Norse explorer who lived sometime between 970 CE and 1020 CE. Such people did not tend to sit for portrait painters, and photography had not yet been invented.
What was Leonardo da Vinci's address?
No one knows anything about the woman in the painting. Many art experts think it could have been a self portrait. He had the painting with him when he died and had carried it with him for many years.
