What if famous paintings were real photos” by Ertan Atay

Ertan Atay

What if famous paintings were real photos”

Ertan Atay is a Turkish artist who has made a name for himself with his digital art, which often combines famous masterpieces, cultural icons, and celebrities. He has a diverse background in graphic design, fashion, TV production, and the direction of his own creative agency, which contributes to his unique style.

One of his most notable series is "What if famous paintings were real photos?" where he recreates famous paintings as photographs. The series originated from a simple premise: how would famous paintings look if they were converted into real photographs? "Many applications that exist today convert our photographs into many different drawing types and pictures. And we all enjoy it. So I wanted to do it in reverse," Ertan explains.

Recreating the original models is a delicate process. Unlike photographs, portrait paintings are not literal depictions of their subjects. In the creative process, painters often modify proportions and details. Ertan took this as a challenge, and he certainly nailed it. He was able to bring Van Gogh's self-portrait, the girl with a pearl earring, and the Mona Lisa to life!

Ertan's recreation of Van Gogh's self-portrait is a prime example of his attention to detail and skill. In the original painting, Van Gogh's face is distorted, and his hair is wild. In Ertan's photograph, the model's face is distorted in the same way, and his hair is styled to match Van Gogh's. The result is a photograph that looks like it could have been taken in the 19th century.

Vincent Van Gogh Self Portraits

The girl with a pearl earring is another painting that Ertan has successfully recreated as a photograph. The original painting is known for its soft and delicate brushstrokes, which Ertan was able to replicate in his photograph. The model's face and clothing are also styled to match the painting, resulting in a photograph that looks like it could have been taken during the Dutch Golden Age.

The Mona Lisa is one of the most famous paintings in the world, and Ertan's recreation of it is nothing short of impressive. The original painting is known for its enigmatic smile, and Ertan was able to capture that same smile in his photograph. The model's face and clothing are also styled to match the painting, resulting in a photograph that looks like it could have been taken during the Renaissance.

Ertan's "What if famous paintings were real photos?" series is a unique and creative take on art. He has taken the challenge of recreating famous paintings as photographs and has succeeded in bringing them to life. His attention to detail and skill are evident in each photograph, and his series is a must-see for art lovers.