"Astrid" is a digital portrait of an elderly woman, powerful in simplicity and appearance. The image shows a woman in her late 60s with dark hair carefully styled, exuding a sense of dignity and self-care. She is wearing a simple jumper with a round neck, in a neutral shade, which draws full attention to her face.
Her gaze is straight, penetrating and frank - she looks at you with a soft, warm smile that betrays both self-assurance and friendliness. What immediately stands out is the vibrant blue eye shadow on her eyelids. This choice gives the portrait an unexpected and expressive touch, a playful hint of individuality and perhaps a rebellious edge in an otherwise subdued appearance.
A deep vertical thought wrinkle between her eyebrows forms the visual focal point of her face and adds to the portrait's character. It suggests a life full of reflection, experiences and perhaps worries - but without bitterness.
The background is a plain grey wall, which gives the portrait a timeless, almost museum-like feel. The lack of distractions in the background leaves room for concentration on the person herself, as if she has stepped out of her own world for a moment to show herself to the viewer.
"Astrid" is an understated yet powerful portrait in which human depth, vulnerability and vitality come together in digital sophistication.
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Finished on: 20 December 2023
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