I admit I have a soft spot for classic film. Everything about movies
produced in the 1930's and '40's enchants me. I adore it all: life in
shades of black and white, the beautiful settings, the incredible home
decor, the impeccable hair and make up, the stylish wardrobes...but
above all, the clever repartee between the characters always keeps me
coming back for more.
Inspired by Old
Hollywood, I set upon my collage. I found a selection of black and
white photos of actresses I admire and lined them up with my own version
of six degrees of separation. The map of Hollywood, metallic silver
paper, art papers and vintage edit from "True Story" magazine completed
the piece.
I know that most information
released through the Studio system was pure fantasy. But at times, this
is what I long for. Is there anything wrong with "happy ever after"?
Have
we lost the mystery and glamour of Old Hollywood? Does today's silver
screen seem a bit tarnished? Do dreams and fantasy still shape your life
and your creative endeavours? May you always have a place for your
own "happy ever after".
2 comments:
AWESOME, Cool, and Eye-appealing!
Well Done, Shelby!
Thanks! :-)
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