Beate #1 M [Limited Edition of 3] Underwater Works Series Photograph

Available formats: 50 x 50 cm [approximately 20 x 20 inches] 100 x 100 cm [approximately 40 x 40 inches] 200 x 200 cm [approximately 80 x 80 inches] Please contact curator@saatchiart.com if you are interested. ______________________ This captivating photograph captures a serene, almost dreamlike moment of release and relaxation. A delicate stream of bubbles escapes from parted lips, suspended in the stillness of the frame. The image evokes a sense of tranquility, as though the subject is exhaling not just air, but tension—each bubble a fragile embodiment of calm and letting go. The color palette is cool and soothing, dominated by deep teal and soft, illuminated skin tones. The lighting is gentle, caressing the curves of the face and bubbles in a way that creates a luminous softness, enhancing the overall atmosphere of quiet repose. The subtle contrasts between light and shadow give the image a timeless quality, reminiscent of classical portraiture, yet entirely modern in its execution. The composition is minimalist yet powerful, tightly focusing on the mouth and the bubbles, distilling the essence of breath and relaxation into a single, intimate moment. There is a quiet symbolism here—the bubbles, ephemeral and delicate, mirror the fleeting nature of peace, but also the beauty of these transient, restful pauses in life. This photograph invites the viewer to experience a meditative stillness, offering a visual metaphor for the act of release and the fragile, transient moments of calm we all seek. It is a perfect addition to any collection that values art capturing the subtle, serene aspects of human emotion and existence.