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Chicken and Fox

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Last updated: 30 Dec 2024

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Title of Artwork

Chicken and Fox

Year of Creation

2018

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Tools

Digital

Medium

Adobe Fresco

Genre

Cartoon

Style

Impressionism

Brief Description

Story of Maman Pari losing her chicken.

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1. Medium: Digital painting (created using Adobe Fresco and Tablet)

2. Shapes and objects: Two young girls, large bird (possibly a quail or partridge), trees, sky, grass, thought bubble with smaller birds, older woman figure

3. Colours: Blue sky, green grass and trees, brown bird, blue jacket on one girl, green skirt on the other, red jacket on the older woman, yellow skirt on the older woman

4. Narrative: This whimsical digital painting captures a moment of childhood wonder and intergenerational connection. In the foreground, a young girl in a blue jacket stands with outstretched arms, seemingly amazed by the large bird before her. Another girl, dressed in green, observes from nearby. The oversized bird, possibly a quail or partridge, adds a touch of magical realism to the scene. In the background, an older woman (perhaps a grandmother) points towards the scene, her thought bubble containing smaller birds, suggesting she might be sharing a story or memory. The line of trees and the expansive blue sky create a sense of open space and possibility. This piece explores themes of childhood curiosity, the passing down of knowledge between generations, and the sometimes blurred line between reality and imagination in a child's world.

5. Original Artist: While this is an original composition by Mehrdad Fahimi, the style and subject matter are reminiscent of the works of Swedish author and illustrator Elsa Beskow. Beskow was known for her children's book illustrations that often featured young children interacting with nature in fantastical ways. The combination of realistic and whimsical elements, as well as the focus on children in natural settings, aligns with Beskow's style. However, Fahimi's digital medium and more contemporary approach give this piece a unique character. Beskow's original works can be found in various Swedish museums and libraries, including the National Library of Sweden in Stockholm.

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artwork

Created At

27 May 2023