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Everybody’s Real Stories 05-

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The artwork, rendered in stark black and white, presents two figures, a study in contrasts. The larger figure dominates the composition, his posture suggesting casual confidence, his hands casually tucked into his pockets. He is dressed in a striped jacket, a polka-dotted shirt, and wide-legged trousers; a stylish hat rests upon his head. His gaze is directed downwards. Beside him, a smaller figure, dressed in a similar but more casual ensemble, looks towards the larger figure with a contemplative expression.

The artist’s technique, the fine linework and the absence of color, immediately places the image in the realm of illustration. The lines, meticulously crafted, define the forms and textures. The composition is carefully balanced; the figures are placed to direct the viewer’s eye, conveying a subtle narrative, a story yet untold. It evokes a feeling of nostalgia, a glimpse into a bygone era of fashion and social interaction. The emotional impact is one of curiosity and contemplation, a quiet moment captured in time.

Everybody’s Real Stories 05-

Franklin Booth

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1906

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2060 × 2484 px

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