All articles tagged with #portrait
Sigma’s first autofocus 85mm f/1.2 DG Art for Sony E and Leica L is surprisingly light (about 905 g) and optically superb, delivering razor-sharp detail from center to corners, creamy background blur, and minimal LoCA. It adds strong flare control and a de-clickable aperture ring, with a price of $1,699—making it a premium, specialty lens best for portrait work where shallow depth of field is essential.
Ansley Martin’s family portrait, once a fixture in her childhood home, turned up for sale at a thrift store about an hour from where she grew up; neither parent donated it, and how it got there remains a mystery. She chose not to buy it, and it later vanished from the shelf, prompting laughing, baffled reactions on TikTok and a nod to Philly AIDS Thrift.
An illustrated tour of David Hockney’s greatest works, tracing his evolution from taut 1960s LA pool portraits to expansive California and Yorkshire landscapes, pioneering photo-collage, and late-career iPad pieces and monumental panoramas such as A Year in Normandie.
Trump’s second-term official portrait, clearly inspired by his 2023 Fulton County mug shot, is being eyed for use on a $250 commemorative bill and other official items, raising legal questions about living-person images on currency. Body‑language experts say the portrait echoes the mug shot’s confrontational energy while adopting a higher-status gaze, and White House photographers confirm the mug shot inspired the image. Reactions split along supporters versus critics, illustrating a deliberate departure from traditional presidential portrait norms and highlighting Trump’s outsider‑versus‑inside narrative.
William and Catherine released a Cornwall-shot family portrait to mark 15 years of marriage, featuring their children and dog; the photo, taken by Matt Porteous during Easter, recalls their 2011 Westminster Abbey wedding and William’s RAF days during their Anglesey years.
Ford Madox Brown's painting 'Irish Girl' surpasses his famous 'Work' by capturing a striking, skeptical young Irish woman with exquisite detail and subtle expression, serving as a critique of Victorian heroism and societal assumptions.
A rare Gustav Klimt portrait of Elisabeth Lederer, looted by Nazis and kept in the Lauder collection, is expected to sell for over $150 million at Sotheby's, potentially setting a new record for Klimt's works.
Ben Stiller's 'Nothing Is Lost' is a heartfelt and poignant documentary exploring his parents Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara's hard-working lives, their struggles with fame, and the impact on their family, revealing personal and unresolved family dynamics.
A Chattanooga artist painted a portrait of Ace Bailey on a wall in his hometown ahead of the NBA Draft, highlighting local sports achievements and community pride.
The White House unveiled a new official portrait of Donald Trump, featuring a more natural and dramatic lighting style, with Trump staring directly into the camera in a neutral expression, replacing the previous January portrait that drew comparisons to a mugshot and featured a menacing stare and American flag backdrop.
The White House unveiled a new, darker official portrait of President Trump, featuring a somber expression and a dark background, marking a departure from traditional presidential portraits that typically include the American flag.
Kate Middleton's new portrait, featuring a weeping willow tree, subtly conveys her grief and ongoing battle with cancer. The image, taken by Matt Porteous, is rich in symbolism, reflecting her emotional state and connection to nature during her recovery.
The artist behind Kate Middleton's Tatler portrait has spoken out after facing backlash, explaining her process and intent to challenge assumptions. She praised Middleton's grace and role as a future monarch and mother.
A new portrait of Kate Middleton, commissioned by Tatler magazine and painted by British-Zambian artist Hannah Uzor, has received mixed reactions online. Critics argue the portrait does not resemble the Princess of Wales, similar to the mixed responses to a recent portrait of King Charles III. Uzor created the portrait using over 189,000 photos of Kate, aiming to capture her soul and regal appearance.
A new portrait of Kate Middleton, commissioned by Tatler magazine and painted by British-Zambian artist Hannah Uzor, has received mixed reactions online. Critics argue the portrait does not resemble the Princess of Wales, who has been out of the public eye due to surgery and a cancer diagnosis. This follows a similarly mixed reception to a recent portrait of King Charles III.