I have decided to look at a second of Inge Prader's photograph which has been inspired by Gustav Klimt. The original is iconic. Klimt's "The Kiss" is by many considered to be the greatest and most influential painting ever, even more significant than the "Mona Lisa". This vivid recreation by Prader is undisputedly inspired by … Continue reading Inge Prader “The Kiss” →

Gustav Klimt's work was focused on the female body and eroticism. Klimt's work is also part of the symbolism art movement of the late 19th centaury. The symbolism in his art is in relation to the gothic component of romanticism and impressionism. Which is also related to the style of literature. Klimt is best known … Continue reading Inge Prader: “Danae” →

Immediately I feel that Hunter borrows the composition of his photography and his palette of colours from Vermeer's "Girl reading a letter by an open window". Hunter like Vermeer portrays the gentle everyday scenes that are shielded away from sight. Hunter, I feel is inspired by the Golden Age of Dutch painting. Throughout his schooling … Continue reading Tom Hunter: ‘Woman Reading Possession Order’ 1998 →

I grew up travelling around the world and because of this I was exposed to many environments all of which had the common denominator, art. My parents took me on many visits to art galleries and museums. It is because of this that I have such an interest in art, and in the more recent years its link to photography. … Continue reading Reason behind this blog →