Richard Dömös - Embrace
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Description from the seller
Turned away from the viewer, the figure encloses itself in a personal embrace. The arms wrap around the body in a gesture that may signify protection, solitude, or acceptance. The tattoos spread across the back resemble a map of personal stories, inscribed into the skin as traces of experiences that shape identity.
A branch woven into the hair introduces a delicate natural element, creating a contrast between the fragility of living matter and the permanence of marks on the body. The photograph explores the relationship between a person and the self, a moment of stillness in which the inner world becomes more important than the gaze from outside. It is not a portrait of a body but a portrait of introspection. The work speaks of the need to find refuge within one’s own existence and the courage to embrace everything one carries within.
Printed on premium Fomei Cotton Textured 240 is a deep matte, textured fine art inkjet paper with a 100% cotton backing. Reproductions made on it will not fade: it is acid-free and does not contain optical brighteners. The photo is stamped and signed by the artist
Seller's Story
Richard Dömös is photographer born and living in Slovakia. His production is usually focused on sport, product, reportage and artistical photography however he is enthusiastic about various photo experiments and project as well. Additionally, he is involved in photogrammetry and has worked on significant projects such as the video game title Call of Duty - Modern Warfare and for Kojima Productions.
Awards:
• Slovak Press Photo: Nominated 11 times, with 4 first-place wins.
• Czech Press Photo: 1 first-place win in the sports category and third place in the portrait category.
• 2023 International Photography Awards - Jury top 5.
• 2024 Fine Art Photography Awards - Portrait category nomination.
Turned away from the viewer, the figure encloses itself in a personal embrace. The arms wrap around the body in a gesture that may signify protection, solitude, or acceptance. The tattoos spread across the back resemble a map of personal stories, inscribed into the skin as traces of experiences that shape identity.
A branch woven into the hair introduces a delicate natural element, creating a contrast between the fragility of living matter and the permanence of marks on the body. The photograph explores the relationship between a person and the self, a moment of stillness in which the inner world becomes more important than the gaze from outside. It is not a portrait of a body but a portrait of introspection. The work speaks of the need to find refuge within one’s own existence and the courage to embrace everything one carries within.
Printed on premium Fomei Cotton Textured 240 is a deep matte, textured fine art inkjet paper with a 100% cotton backing. Reproductions made on it will not fade: it is acid-free and does not contain optical brighteners. The photo is stamped and signed by the artist
Seller's Story
Richard Dömös is photographer born and living in Slovakia. His production is usually focused on sport, product, reportage and artistical photography however he is enthusiastic about various photo experiments and project as well. Additionally, he is involved in photogrammetry and has worked on significant projects such as the video game title Call of Duty - Modern Warfare and for Kojima Productions.
Awards:
• Slovak Press Photo: Nominated 11 times, with 4 first-place wins.
• Czech Press Photo: 1 first-place win in the sports category and third place in the portrait category.
• 2023 International Photography Awards - Jury top 5.
• 2024 Fine Art Photography Awards - Portrait category nomination.
Details
Date of print
2026
Artist
Richard Dömös
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Title of artwork
Embrace
Condition
Original State
Technique
Digital print
Height
48.3 cm
Edition
1/20
Width
32.9 cm
Signature
Plate signed
Genre
Nude
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