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In this set of pictures one can see how the angel and devil coexist together and sometimes switch personalities erasing the limit between hell and heaven.
Interesting and difficult subject to tackle. Somehow feel you don't quite pull this off without it coming across a little tacky. Beautiful photography however echos autoerotic pop art.
I don't think the importance of proper white balance can be overlooked, espically in a situation like this where you are trying to emphasize the red and white colors.
While the first image definitely showed the relationship of the angel and the devil, this one fails to do so.
The angel is the dominant figure here. Wearing white and being central in the image she commands all the attention of the viewer. The setting once again reminds the viewer of the Garden of Eden. The angel almost leers at the camera.
The most distracting element of the angel?s pose is the tilt of the head. It is forward and over emphasizes her forehead and exaggerates her other facial features. This in combination with the single light source and the shadows that emphasize the nose, the angel takes on a more sinister aspect.
Indeed, this could be the effect desired as you comment upon the desire to have the illusion of the devil and the angel reversing roles.
However, the relationship between the devil and angel is missing. The devil is in the background, poorly lit and out of focus, although this could be due to the wide aperture. The devil?s expression certainly conveys innocence, but by being out of focus and poorly lit really just blends into the background.
I do believe that you intended for there to be a stronger relationship, as close inspection reveals that there is a hand on the left shoulder of the angel. This cannot belong to the angel, as her 2 hands are clearly visible. This obviously must belong to the devil. Yet it is barely noticeable and the intent is unclear. Is the devil holding back the angel or grasping to her? Is the devil acting out of aggression or affection?
A quick comment on the costumes. I disagree as to their appearance. While they are not elaborate, they are theatrical. They add a whimsical and playful element to the image. Although the themes are real, the portrayal is merely fantasy, a mythical battle of good and evil.
Hi Adriana, i must say i am in love with your series, i like it allot, i love the tones, colores, the angles, the expresions, they are all very nice. I am with Jeff regarding the cusomtes, but for sure we can't ask you to spend a forture renting customes or a theatre, there is one tip i can give you, refeare to history books, there is books full of such sceens between angles and devils, most of them are draws, but i am sure you will find a huge inspiring materials in it, i will be following your work, kidn regards,
I love the concept, models and the lighting but I'm not too keen on the costumes, they look like depatment store halloween costumes.
I think that you are really on to something and should keep exploring this theme - look for a more dramatic representation. Thats the reason I don't like the costumes, not dramatic enough for a very dramatic concept.
That being said, the photo is otherwise, excellent.
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