Dark Angel

Jan 2, 2009

Dark Angel, one of a series of photo-manipulations by Jared Pallesen, a New Zealand dancer (also the picture’s model). This makes me think again I should start another fetish sub-category, Men with Wings. Maybe later.

Via Front Free Endpaper.

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#1 posted by Aeron

Jan 2nd, 2009

Looks like it was inspired by the engraving designed by Cigoli Lodovico Cardi, seen at the bottom of this post.. http://monsterbrains.blogspot.com/2008/05/more-things-from-hell-source-unknown.html
#2 posted by John

Jan 3rd, 2009

Hi Aeron. That may be the case although I’m usually wary of apportioning inspiration in this way. I’ve received enough “you must have been inspired by this” comments with regard to my own work to know that what often seems an obvious influence isn’t always so.
#3 posted by Aeron

Jan 3rd, 2009

Yes, I know what you mean. I’ve had artworks of my own where individuals assumed inspiration from artworks that weren’t even considered in the creation. Although this artist has clearly taken the composition in his own direction. The biggest clue to the reference of the original work is the left hand held up, here’s a comparison to see it easier.. http://i42.tinypic.com/14id6dz.jpg

Anyway, I’m impressed with the selection of artists you have here, John. Many times when I’m researching artists I’ll find myself here reading an article you’ve wrote about them.
#4 posted by pe-jota

Jan 4th, 2009

Do you know that in Madrid there is a monument to the Fallen Angel!!
#5 posted by John

Jan 5th, 2009

This one, I presume? Splendidly Doré-esque.
#6 posted by Thombeau

Jan 5th, 2009

What about just “Men with Things“?
#7 posted by John

Jan 6th, 2009

Well that Fallen Angel statue mentioned above features wings and snakes, so Things might be best. All it needs is a sword for the full complement of fetishes…
#8 posted by Jared

Jan 18th, 2009

hey, if anyone was wondering, my inspiration for this was actually this image i found just browsing google images lol:

http://aura.gaia.com/photos/3/23939/xlarge/Raven.jpg
#9 posted by John

Jan 18th, 2009

Heh, thanks for the clarification, Jared!