Enigma Of A Geisha - Abstract Realism is a mixed media by Georgiana Romanovna which was uploaded on March 4th, 2012.
Enigma Of A Geisha - Abstract Realism
There are many misconceptions over what a geisha truly is because of the tumultuous past of artisans, prostitutes, and pleasure quarters in Japan.... more
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Enigma Of A Geisha - Abstract Realism
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Georgiana Romanovna
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Mixed Media - Mixed
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There are many misconceptions over what a geisha truly is because of the tumultuous past of artisans, prostitutes, and pleasure quarters in Japan. The world of the geisha, the "flower and willow" world, are very separate societies that are shrouded in mystery. The myths that have been created by outsiders about the environment and the lifestyle of the geisha world have, for the most part, been able to grow unchecked. And because it is a very private, elite world, most people would be uncomfortable speaking about it
Prostitution was legal in Japan until 1958, which is another reason that people may be misinformed about geisha's not offering sex to customers. The two became especially confused after many of the professional prostitutes who catered to the occupying soldiers after World War II styled themselves as "geisha"; at a time when few true geisha were able to work, the counterfeit geisha usurped the meaning of the word in the eyes of many foreigners.
Textural effects on this work are intentional and in no way affect the outcome of a print.
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Comments (28)
Ginny Schmidt
just what this group needs http://fineartamerica.com/groups/descriptions-please.html?tab=overview
Jeff Burgess
I've seen this two times today and am struck by its beautiful abstract portrayal of a Geisha. You probably noticed that i have many images of Geishas in my port. This is a instant fav/and a vote. Wonderful.
Zeana Romanovna
Thank you, James! Ah, and you picked the rose petal appearance!!!!!!!!! Thank you for that as well :))
James Ahn
This is interesting abstract of a classic pose....Nice choice of colors...dress has a nice rose petal feel...and textures..good job.
Mona Edulescu
Zeana, this is such a marvelous work... love the vibrant red on her dress and your gorgeous way to stylize! F&V
Georgiana Romanovna replied:
Thank you, Mona, the dress was harder than I thought it would be, so I am grateful for your comment. :)
Odd Jeppesen
Wonderfully vibrant work with a touch of sadness.
Georgiana Romanovna replied:
Thank you so much,Odd, and yes, the sadness is intentional. I'm glad you saw that!!
Alexandra Jordankova
Zeana - this is amazing work! Love it. The colors, composition and mood is beautifuly balanced. - well done! mY favorite! v/f
Patricia Cleasby
Your heart shows in everything you do. I think your work speaks to both the fact that you are a great artist, and a special soul.
Patricia Strand
Zeana, your description is enlightening. I really like this most interesting work. She's a real beauty, vote and fave!
Shakhenabat Kasana
by the way, which tool you used for this?? brush only or something else? the strokes ans effects are really nice...
Georgiana Romanovna replied:
Pallette knife initially and then a lot of sandy acrylic, then post process work to "mess it up"!