Pandora
Special closeout sale LARGE canvas print for sale $124.99
All of the elements of this photomanipulation were photographed in my studio and asembled in Adobe Photoshop.
The model portraying Pandora is one of my mainstays – Laurie Love (who is also “Alice” in my Wonderland series) She can also be seen in this picture as the portrait hanging on the wall.
The model for the “evil” spirits is 17 year old Israeli beauty Shelly Haggig…
The Pandora myth always fascinated me as a child (and still does today) being that it can be interpreted on so many levels. Perhaps it is meant to be a cautionary tale of how some things should not be meddled with or consequently – the importance of following directions.
I like to think however, that she represents the endless inquisitive spirit of humankind and that with every innovation and step forward , there can be negative consequences unleashed. However, in order for us to evolve and grow as human beings – we must face our inner demons and banish them…Only then can we truly evolve… and of course, the last words of the tale are:
“And then there was Hope!”
Pandora belongs to the following groups:
Greek and Roman Mythology, PixElations - The Art of Photoshop, Practising the Dark Arts and Theatrical and Staged Photography
Paul Gana
very well done
Kerry McFarland
Such a cool image. I love this!
Thomas Dodd
Thank you Paul & Kerry!
Gary Crandall
This is a very striking image… you’ve really done an excellent job with the brilliant contrast in lighting… and the phantasmagorical feel of the spirits escaping… Superb!... You really are an imageshifter…
Thomas Dodd replied
Thank you very much Gary for the thoughtful commentary!
midzing
brilliant,,, well done
Thomas Dodd replied
Thank you midzing – much appreciated!
paulevelin
excellent portfolio
great style
Thomas Dodd replied
Thank you paul – the feeling is quite mutual!
moonstone
Oh wow this is super….......
Thomas Dodd replied
thank you moonstone!
Sean Farragher
fantastic,,,,,
Thomas Dodd replied
Thanks Sean!
LaFleureRouge
This is awesome darling love the action flow wonderful image well done.
Thomas Dodd replied
Thank you kindly Madame Red!
vonne
Amazing!
Thomas Dodd replied
Thank you kindly Yvonne !
George Link
Excellent post editing. Stunning!
Thomas Dodd replied
Thanks George!
hugo
lovely work Shifty, well put together!!
Thomas Dodd replied
haha “Shifty” – glad you didn’t hit another t by accident!
Thanks Hugo!
lilgem4u
Well I had to pick a favorite of yours and this is it. I kept coming back to it for some reason and then it hit me. It reminds me of myself. Very curious and it can get you in trouble sometimes. :)
Thomas Dodd replied
but satisfaction brings you back eh?
;P
vonnie1989
I love this, excellent work, and I agree, we should never be afraid to open the box!
Thomas Dodd replied
How very true – thanks Vonnie!
Scott Ruhs
Simply amazing work!! love your mythological themes!
Thomas Dodd replied
Thanks Scott!
Maria Murphy
awesome work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!wow…..
Thomas Dodd replied
Thank you my dear!
F. Magdalene A...
You certainly set the right mood for this. The colour treatment is excellent as is your model who shows anxiety and wonder with a bit of fear. Her expression is realistic. She’s good.
I like the flow of the figures from the box which shows to me a positive intent. Usually when one shows wicked intent in a photo the evil scatters about to every corner. These coming from the box in black dresses seem rhythmic, graceful even. I also noticed the person in the background photo has her hands to her chest which is of interest to me. What a well crafted art piece. You’ve really done well in expressing your interpretation of Pandora’s Box. This is done wonderfully.
Austin
Thomas Dodd replied
Thank you so much Austin!
sweetscent62
WOW… this is amazing Imageshifter! : ) Well done! Wendy
Thomas Dodd replied
Thanks Wendy!
Robert O'Neill
Brilliant my friend
Elizabeth Duncan
Im a Pandora fav to. What you wrote about the myth is great. Awsome picture.
lareejc
I like this one! Cool idea!
Photo11
Hehe. This is great
Photo11
Also, perfect expression on Laurie. She’s perfect.
Tracey Mac
Stunning work, provokes many thoughts, totally love this :)
David Harris
Love this!!
John R.P. Nyaid
A wonderful composition, almost feels like an oil painting!
mrscboretti
WOW!
Julie Marks 20 days ago
I love the way you pair your detailed and beautiful graphics with
your fascinating narratives. That is an art in itself!! I look forward
to viewing more of your extraordinary artwork and writing, a wonderful
artistic presentation!