Artwork
Άτιτλο
Άτιτλο is a photography by Margarita Amarantidi. It dates from 2008 and is held in the collection of the Athens School of Fine Arts. The work presents a composite photograph of a woman positioned in an urban alleyway.
About this work
Overview
The work presents a composite photograph of a woman positioned in an urban alleyway. She is framed by brick walls painted in deep red and blue tones, while a stark line of light slices across her face, leaving one side in shadow. The image merges multiple exposures to create a layered visual narrative.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure appears contemplative, caught between the textured walls of the city. The interplay of light and darkness on her visage suggests themes of memory and perception, inviting viewers to consider the fleeting nature of urban encounters.
Technique & Style
Margarita Amarantidi employs a multi‑exposure method, overlaying several photographs to produce a single, cohesive image. The background cityscape is intentionally blurred, contrasting with the sharply rendered face, which emphasizes the subject amid the surrounding ambiguity.
Context
This piece is part of Amarantidi’s broader series of layered photographs that explore urban environments and personal identity. Similar works are displayed at the Museum of Ethnography, where the artist’s approach to composite imaging is featured alongside related projects.
Artist & collection
Artist
Margarita Amarantidi never put her name on anything, just single Greek words or blank lines where titles should be.
