Fine art portraits of a man in studio
Models and actors on a personal project
The original article was written when Zoom Studio was named Aguiar Photography.
Inspired by famous fine art paintings, these photographs were taken within the studio as part of a series. I love European paintings, and this project was a technical exercise to experience at least some of the magic from the original work within the studio.
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The original paintings:
Robert Campin (1378/9 – 1444)
Portraits if a Man and a Woman, 1430-5
Oil, with some tempera, on oak, each portrait 41 x 28 cm (The National Gallery – London 653.1-2)
These portraits are believed to be painted by Robert Campin. The Portrait of a man and a woman were created as an individual, yet double portrait of a husband and wife.
The individual painting of the woman was crafted in soft textures, depicting a slight smile on her lips. Her hands are delicately placed on her lap with a small glance of a ring on her finger. As a double, the woman is facing in the direction of her husband as he faces her.
From the photographic result, the textures from the woman’s clothing and skin tones are replicated from the painting. Her smile and delicate position also reflect the original artwork’s composure. The photograph of the husband corresponds to these traits to reflect the double portrait.
Team
Samuel – Model
Genie K (Model)
Genie has been a performer from a young age and has loved being on stage as a Ballroom Dancer on an international scale. She is also a doctor outside of performing arts and brings her passion and dedication to everything that she does.
Having won the title of Miss Earth Australia Water in 2015, Genie has found new confidence and has enjoyed coming back to performing and modeling. She is a hard worker, reliable, easy-going and fun-loving. She enjoys new experiences and challenges and is always willing to push her limits! Genie loves adventure and is also passionate about health and the environment.
Debbie (Costume designer)
Debbie is the head of the wardrobe for the National Theatre ballet in the National Theatre in St Kilda since 2008 and has participated in numerous professional productions in Melbourne and all-around Australia. It was really a pleasure and fun working with Debbie.
Isabella (Makeup for Samuel)
Isabella is a Melbourne-based makeup artist and she has always had a passion for the creative field.
From an early age, she knew this was the path to take.
Isabella is a freelance makeup artist, who studied for a Diploma of Specialist Makeup at the Australian College of Hair Design and Beauty in 2015. She has started building her portfolio with local photographers.
Recently, Isabella participated in a short film called “No Homo” at Swinburne University.
She is looking forward to expanding her portfolio.
Emily (Makeup for Genie K)
Emily is a very experienced makeup artist. She has always had a passion for the industry and especially enjoys the creative side of photoshoots.
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