Aphrodite

Aphrodite

John Barnier

1989

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This is a close-up photo of a face with a smooth, pale skin tone. The lighting is soft, leaving the features slightly blurred, especially the eyes and mouth. The background is a deep, solid blue, making the face stand out. The artist used a simple but striking approach—just light and shadow to shape the face. No extra details or colors distract from the quiet, almost ghostly effect. Want to see more? Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for this photo.

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