Grotesques
2004
We believe that we are grotesque in some manner; we lambaste ourselves. But those are intangible feelings. In reality, being grotesque is something tangibly horrifying yet the proportions fit the canons.
Grotesques from Lillian Schwartz on Vimeo.
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The Hidden Mona Lisa
1986/2003
A Computer Detective solves the mystery of the identity of the “Real” Mona Lisa
New picture processing techniques are coupled with morphing algorithms, reflectography, ultrasonic Imaging, holography, digital radiography and traditional x-ray to reveal a “hidden” Mona Lisa. Morphing demonstrates the creative-decision making steps Leonardo made in starting with the Isabella, Duchess of Aragon, the first model, and the changes he made using his own features to finally realize the celebrated face we know today. A mini-documentary reveals the step-by-step of the unraveling of the mystery. (7 1/2 min.)