These Unnerving Paintings Show Women Ensnared by Their Own Hair
Charlotte Joyce Kidd — September 11, 2015 — Art & Design
References: roosvandervliet.nl & weandthecolor
Luscious locks, frizz-free curls, more shine or more volume -- women worldwide spend plenty of time captivated by their own hair and this series of hair portraits by Dutch artist Roos van der Vliet takes that concept to a very literal level.
In the series of impressive, slightly disturbing hair portraits, women stare out at the viewer through thick, often tangled curtains of hair. Their eyes are clear and piercing but their mouths are universally covered by imaginative variations of hair shackles. In one image, interlaced strands of tangled hair entrap a woman's mouth in a configuration that resembles a medieval torture device. In others, solid cloths of hair look like face-covering masks, leaving only small sections of the women's faces exposed. This series of intriguing hair portraits is titled 'Storytellers' and illustrates women's hair obsession in an intriguing way.
In the series of impressive, slightly disturbing hair portraits, women stare out at the viewer through thick, often tangled curtains of hair. Their eyes are clear and piercing but their mouths are universally covered by imaginative variations of hair shackles. In one image, interlaced strands of tangled hair entrap a woman's mouth in a configuration that resembles a medieval torture device. In others, solid cloths of hair look like face-covering masks, leaving only small sections of the women's faces exposed. This series of intriguing hair portraits is titled 'Storytellers' and illustrates women's hair obsession in an intriguing way.
Trend Themes
1. Hair Portraits - The trend of creating intricate portraits using hair offers opportunities for unique and captivating artwork.
2. Hair Shackles - The use of hair as a visual representation of confinement creates an unsettling and thought-provoking aesthetic.
3. Storytelling Through Hair - Using hair as a narrative element in art allows for the exploration of personal and cultural narratives.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can capitalize on the trend of creating hair portraits to attract and engage a niche audience.
2. Fashion - Fashion brands can explore the concept of hair shackles as a disruptive design element to create avant-garde and provocative pieces.
3. Beauty - The beauty industry can tap into the storytelling potential of hair to promote products and services that enable self-expression and individuality.
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