@marthadimeoThe tale of The Nutcracker, written by E.T.A. Hoffmann in 1816, has fascinated and inspired artists, composers, choreographers, ballerinas, and audiences for over two hundred years.
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‘Tis the Season to enjoy this delightful rendition by Boston artist Melody Phaneuf.
Color Correction for Compositional Integrity
The painting is part of the Art Reproduction gallery. The color correction work needed was minimal, yet, it was key to maintaining the compositional integrity.
Click on over to the Art Reproduction portfolio gallery to view the Before/After comparison. Learn from the artist why the color correction work was essential for the viewer to experience the painting as she intended.
Do You Want To Enjoy This Painting In Your Home?
The painting, oil on canvas, measures 20″ x 16″. Contact the artist for sales and licensing inquiries.
With that, he reached into his pocket, and guess what he took out—Nutcracker, whose lost teeth he had put back in very neatly and firmly, and whose broken jaw he had fixed as good as new. Marie cried out for joy.
from The Nutcracker by E.T.A Hoffman
More Nutcracker
Long before retouching the painting The Nutcracker, I had a personal connection to The Nutcracker ballet. My dear friend and collaborator Susan Manchak, a former principal dancer with the Kanas City Ballet, danced the role of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
I had unlimited access to photograph rehearsals, backstage, and performances. This is one of my favorite candid photos of Susan. She is pictured here surrounded by adorning fans after a performance of The Nutcracker.
More of My Dance Photography to Come
Susan and I are collaborating on a book tentatively titled The Dream To Dance. It’s the story of a day in the life of a ballerina—from daily class to the footlights—told through artful black & white photographs and prose by Manchak. If you love dance—or have a little girl in your life who does—sent me a note through the contact page, and I’ll send you sneak previews as the book develops.