Yemaya (The Orishas Collection)
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One of the main elements involved in the (African) Yoruba divination system is the divination tray. This tray (Ifá) serves as the template on which sacred signs related to the personal concerns of a diviner’s client are traced as the point of departure for analysis.
This time the idea was that of using this divination tray as a basic platform to display the main Orishas _ the African gods and goddesses_ and their peculiar attributes.
So this is basically a Cinema4D render, made in collaboration with artist Artpearl
She not only contributed by modeling the divination tray but with the whole conception of the series; the fact is that Artpearl has played a very important role in my CG learning process; her suggestions, constructive crits and incredible “eye” for details have always been a great support to every single step or direction I´ve decided to take in this field. More than that, alongside this journey we´ve become friends; and that´s one of the best things that could ever happened to me.
Photo/background/foreground images were blended with Photoshop; there´s also a bit of digital painting.
(CINEMA 4D is a commercial, cross-platform, high-end 3-D graphics application, produced by MAXON Computer, Germany.)—-—-—-—-—-—-——
Yemaja (Yemalla) is a mother goddess, originally of the Yoruba religion, who has become prominent in many Afro-American religions.
In (Cuban) Santeria, she is seen as the mother of all living things as well as the owner of all waters.
Her number is 7 (a tie into the 7 seas), her colors are blue and white (representing water).
She rules the sea, the Moon, dreams, deep secrets, ancient wisdom, ocean secrets, the collective unconscious, and the surface of the ocean, seas, and lakes.
In Africa she is known as Mama Watta, Mother of Waters.
There´s a lot of information regarding this african goddess in internet; here´s a link to Wikipedia:
Yemaya
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Mark Peterson
Wonderful vision, beautiful work!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Thanks, Mark!
Maryanne Fenec...
Beautiful work. So many elements.
Danilo Lejardi replied
I´m glad you liked it, thanks!
Martin Muir
great image, awesome detail dan,wonderful work.
Danilo Lejardi replied
Yes, Martin, lot of work here! Thanks, friend.
roy skogvold
your the master of fantasy art with a meaningful story Dani.
Lovely and a new fav
...roy
Danilo Lejardi replied
Kind words, Roy, thanks a lot, friend!
JDNarts
A richly aqueous image that represents your chosen subject well. Very nicely rendered work Danilo!
Danilo Lejardi replied
I´m glad you find it interesting; thanks a lot!
jewelskings
Well done ! Underwater is tricky!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Yes, tricky, and that´s why I avoid it! Thanks a lot!
blamo
Excellent image the colour of the fish gives it a cool look
Danilo Lejardi replied
Yes, believe or not, that was one of the most hard things to achieve here; I´m glad you´ve noticed this; thanks a lot!
Joe Valcourt/M...
stunning imagery wonderful thematic elements.
Danilo Lejardi replied
Hi, Joe; I´m not a believer of this religions, but I feel a great respect for them. It´s great to know you liked it. Thanks.
butchart
love how ancient this looks and feels…. her spirit shines through here in her special place under the sea…...... bravo dani…......b
Danilo Lejardi replied
I´m always afraid of representing underwater scenes; think it´s mainly because I don´t like to be there; it scares me to death. So I´m glad you feel comfortable with this scene. Thanks, friend.
Druidstorm
Once again you create something truly amazing! Your art DIVINE my friend!!!...)o(
Danilo Lejardi replied
Kind comment, my friend; I truely appreciate it. Thanks
calves
Glorious work Danilo!!!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Wow, Claudia! Did you realize I became a fan of your works?
Thanks a lot!
linaji
The colors here are thrilling and special. Your information on the beliefs of other cultures really bring us interest in your images and wonder.. well me for sure. Wonderful work!!
Danilo Lejardi replied
I´m glad you liked the info; sometimes I think it´s not necessary; sometimes I do. Thanks for your kind comment.
Cherubtree
Beautiful work…love the colors, comp and feel of this! Amazing!!
Danilo Lejardi replied
It´s great to know you liked it; I truely appreciate your comment; thanks.
Gene Praag
Excellent artistry…...Beautifully done!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Kind words, Gene; thanks a lot!
Jing3011
Love the textures.
Danilo Lejardi replied
I´m glad you liked it; thanks!
Larry Butterworth
another knock out work Danilo
Danilo Lejardi replied
Such kind words, friend; thank you so much.
calves
Danilo, in Brazil she is Yemanjá:)
Danilo Lejardi replied
Yes, Claudia. And I was about to write about it too, but thought that perhaps the info was being too long. Sorry for that! Thanks again.
ArtPearl
This came out so wonderful! Not only does it look stunning aesthetically, every little detail has a meaning and a significance. I love it and I feel honored you allowed me to contribute (the model of the divination tray). Excellent.
Danilo Lejardi replied
Thanks to you! Would you mind take another look at the description of the image?
JenLand
Awesome, magical, mystical!!!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Hi, Jen; it´s great to know you like it. Thank you so much!
Keith Reesor
Wonderful collaboration!! This image is totally INCREDIBLE!! :)
Danilo Lejardi replied
Thanks, Keith for your kind words. I´ll let Artpearl to know you liked it!
Globalphotos
Wow I adore this, beautiful work !!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Kind words; thank you so much.
Ciska
Amazing work, beautifully rendered, wonderful collaboration!!!!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Wow, Ciska! I´m so happy to see you´ve stopped here and leave a such a nice comment; I adore your work; thank you so much!
ArtPearl
Oh Danilo, thank you! Your words made tears well up in my eyes. Our friendship is very important to me too!
syd baker
This is amazingly rich in color and detail, and the history of your images is always a delight, so carefully thought out and fascinating! Great one!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Such nice words, Syd; thank you so much, friend.
geirkristiansen
Extraordinary work!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Have seen you´re an incredibly gifted photographer; Thanks a lot for stopping by and leave such kind words.
Laurette Ruys
this is unbelievable :)))
Danilo Lejardi replied
Wow! Laurette! I´m so glad you´ve liked it, thanks a lot!
artist4peace
i am kinda stunned..i pop-ed back in for a moment ….i have recieved a ’’blue pearl’’ for guidance….years ago…evolving out of a mandula that would spin toward me in a semi dream state…........wow i feel this is related!
artist4peace
beautiful…of coarse!
Danilo Lejardi replied
If you feel these things are related, most probably, they are, indeed. I appreciate a lot you´ve stopped by and leave such kind comments. Thanks a lot!!!
Teresa P. Pelaez
Un trabajo fantastico, como siempre Danilo!
Danilo Lejardi replied
Mil gracias, Teresa; me alegra que te guste.
navybrat
beautifully done!! love it!
Danilo Lejardi replied
I´m truely thankful to you for stopping by and leave such kind words.
reflector
A great depiction of the Gods ! A very nice collaboration !
Lorena Maria
Hermoso, muy pero muy original, me encanta!
Barbara Glatzeder
CONGRATULATIONS on your Top 10 placement in the Elemental Goddess Challenge in THE DIVINE FEMININE :-)
marak
WOW LOVE YOUR WORK I MADE THE Top 10 in the Elemental Goddess Challenge in THE DIVINE FEMININE TOO WITH TRINITY THE SEA GODDESS
F.A. Moore
Complex and stunning.
Candy1974
Muy interesante tu trabajo!
Lestat
Brillante, amigo mio. Muy bueno.
JRGarland
Wonderful painting, brilliantly designed. Well done.
marcwellman2000
one word….................incredible
Solomon Walker
beautiful artwork!!
helene ruiz
the color and composition here along with the story is just superb! amazing amazing work danilo!
linskudd
Wow. Amazing.
GittiArt
Exquisite work—-love it a lot ! Bravo Danilo !!!!
MyheART
wow…awesome work:)
tazzina
Schubert fantasy
Carolyn Staut
Such exquisite artistry!
Bart Hellemans
I like her hairstyle very much.
Helene Kippert
Stunning danilo!
Adam Gormley
WOW mate, breathtaking scene and artwork, your work is amazing!!!
AmandaGWright
Deborah Glasgow
Amazing! Congrats!!!
Jennifer Ferry
Exquisite work…makes you want to explore Atlantis!
Dave Martsolf
Beautifully done! Really enjoy all the details in this one. Quite a piece!
Gail Bridger
Wow, fabulous work!
Mags Williamson
Fantastic image and I love the narrative that goes with your artwork, fascinating stuff, love it!
mburleigh8
You are one of the best digital artist I have ever seen, Your art is OMG. Totally Awesome.
Dave Martsolf
I just had to revisit this one. It should be wall art at some aquarium in a darkly lit room. I love this.
Patrick Desmet
Well done very nice work
Mart Delvalle 25 days ago
I love everything Danilo. El avatar es fantastico. Thank you.
shadowlee 10 days ago
just brilliant