Last updated: 30 Dec 2024
Dance
2018
Digital
Adobe Fresco
Cartoon
Impressionism
Younger siblings watched her dancing with awe.
1. Medium: Digital painting (created using Adobe Fresco and Tablet)
2. Shapes and objects: Adult female figure, two child figures, radio or boombox, wall or window frame, shadowy background
3. Colours: Yellow-beige background with gray shadows, white top and purple skirt on adult figure, green and red clothing on children, black radio/boombox
4. Narrative: This digital artwork captures a lively domestic scene, possibly a family moment or a dance class. The central figure, an adult woman in a white top and purple skirt, appears to be dancing or moving dynamically. Her posture suggests she might be teaching or leading the children in some activity. Two smaller figures, likely children, are seated on the floor, watching the woman. One child wears green, the other red, adding pops of color to the scene. A black object in the background, resembling a radio or boombox, hints at music playing, which could be inspiring the dance or movement. The shadowy, abstract background creates a sense of depth and focuses attention on the figures. This piece explores themes of family interaction, the joy of movement, and the passing down of cultural traditions or skills from adults to children. The dynamic pose of the adult contrasted with the seated children creates an interesting visual narrative about teaching and learning.
5. Original Artist: While this is an original composition by Mehrdad Fahimi, the style and subject matter are reminiscent of the works of French-Russian artist Marc Chagall. Chagall was known for his dreamlike, often floating figures and use of vibrant colors to depict joyful scenes of everyday life. However, Fahimi's more grounded approach and use of digital medium give this piece its own unique character. Chagall's works can be found in major museums worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Musée National Marc Chagall in Nice, France.
Details
Type
artwork
Created At
28 May 2023