Alice Braat (1971) - Je peux le faire tout seul (kat)





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Alice Braat (1971)’s hand-signed C-print Je peux le faire tout seul (kat), edition 1/8, measures 100 × 77 cm.
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This intriguing photo shows a hairless cat, presumably a Sphynx, emerging from the darkness. The almost-black background and the subtle use of light create a mysterious and intimate atmosphere, drawing the viewer's attention directly to the animal's striking yellow-green eye. The soft light emphasizes the unusual skin texture, the elegant lines of the neck, and the sculptural forms of the body. Through the subdued colors and the strong contrast between light and shadow, the photo gains an almost painterly quality, reminiscent of the chiaroscuro technique from classical painting. The alert posture and penetrating gaze of the cat give the image a sense of tension and stillness, resulting in a powerful and characterful animal portrait.
Alice Braat (1971) is a Dutch photographer who shows a particular interest in the relationship between humans, animals and nature in her work. She trained at the Photo Academy and developed a photographic approach in which aesthetics, personal involvement and respect for her subjects come together. Her images are characterized by careful composition, a strong sense of light and an attentive way of looking. In addition to her artistic photography, Braat engages in documentary projects in which the connection between people and their natural living environment is central. A key example of this is her long-term collaboration with the San communities in Namibia. This resulted in the photobook ANCIENT Wisdom in Modern Society, in which she records their ancient knowledge, traditions and special relationship with nature. The project received international recognition at the International Photography Awards. Through her photography, Braat aims not only to reveal beauty but also to raise awareness of the value and vulnerability of the natural world.
Dimensions: 100 x 77 cm
Lambda print on Dibond
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Seller's Story
This intriguing photo shows a hairless cat, presumably a Sphynx, emerging from the darkness. The almost-black background and the subtle use of light create a mysterious and intimate atmosphere, drawing the viewer's attention directly to the animal's striking yellow-green eye. The soft light emphasizes the unusual skin texture, the elegant lines of the neck, and the sculptural forms of the body. Through the subdued colors and the strong contrast between light and shadow, the photo gains an almost painterly quality, reminiscent of the chiaroscuro technique from classical painting. The alert posture and penetrating gaze of the cat give the image a sense of tension and stillness, resulting in a powerful and characterful animal portrait.
Alice Braat (1971) is a Dutch photographer who shows a particular interest in the relationship between humans, animals and nature in her work. She trained at the Photo Academy and developed a photographic approach in which aesthetics, personal involvement and respect for her subjects come together. Her images are characterized by careful composition, a strong sense of light and an attentive way of looking. In addition to her artistic photography, Braat engages in documentary projects in which the connection between people and their natural living environment is central. A key example of this is her long-term collaboration with the San communities in Namibia. This resulted in the photobook ANCIENT Wisdom in Modern Society, in which she records their ancient knowledge, traditions and special relationship with nature. The project received international recognition at the International Photography Awards. Through her photography, Braat aims not only to reveal beauty but also to raise awareness of the value and vulnerability of the natural world.
Dimensions: 100 x 77 cm
Lambda print on Dibond
#ArtDumaySelection

