Saturday, July 21, 2012

Versace Dress by Herb Ritts




Versace Dress, Back View, El Mirage, 1990, Herb Ritts, gelatin silver print. Gift of the Herb Ritts Foundation. © Herb Ritts Foundation.

My family saw Herb Ritts' photography exhibit at the Getty & this is a work that I find very captivating. He often used the contrast of black & white against fit athletic bodies or famous individuals from Hollywood. This shot in particular is so full of lines & geometric symmetry my eyes could trace each part forever. The way this woman's back & leg are framed in an arid desert makes me think of a Picasso painting. To me, it speaks of time, independence & hope. What do you think?

2 comments:

  1. That was a very enjoyable day with the loves of my life. DAD

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  2. Yes it was! the peaceful morning walk in the gardens will ever be in my memory. Love you Dad!

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