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Fernanda Suarez created "White lies and black beaches" in the 20th century, very likely as a digital painting, judging by the smooth gradations of tone and precise detail. The artist’s methods influence the picture's appearance, especially the contrast between organic and digital aesthetics. We see the human figure, lily, blades of grass, and water rendered in a way that conveys substance, texture, and form. The model's pale skin and the lily's white petals reflect light, while the dark water and shadowy background create depth and mystery. The use of digital tools allows Suarez to achieve a level of realism and detail that is reminiscent of classical painting, yet with a contemporary sensibility. Suarez is engaging with a long history of figurative painting but also with the more recent traditions of digital art. In doing so, she questions traditional distinctions between fine art and digital design. This matters because it reminds us that "craft" can be present in any medium.
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