The Mask
by Darren Fisher
Title
The Mask
Artist
Darren Fisher
Medium
Photograph - Photography/ Digital Art
Description
A beautiful black and gold Mardi Gras mask that I shot as a still life. I layed it in a small pine tree and used all natural lighting on an over cast day. I finished it off with some digital painting effects. The Wearing Of Masks
Masks are an integral part of Mardi Gras culture. During early Mardi Gras celebrations hundreds of years ago, masks were a way for their wearers to escape class constraints and social demands. Mask wearers could mingle with people of all different classes and could be whomever they desired, at least for a few days.
In New Orleans, float riders are required by law to have a mask on. On Fat Tuesday, masking is legal for all Mardi Gras attendees � although many storeowners will post signs asking those entering to please remove their masks first.
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March 6th, 2017
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Comments (19)
Claudia O'Brien
Darren, The Mask caught and held my attention for several minutes...so many delicious parts to see and enjoy! I love your handling of the natural light and how you let the pine layer peek through and around the mask. Congratulations on the features. l/f
Catalina Walker
So beautiful... love the gold and black together and the mask is awesome, Darren! l/fv
Wes Iversen
Great light and intricate details, Darren, and the gold tones stand out wonderfully against the dark background! L/F