Many photographers are inspired by painters. Toyko photographer Hisaji Hara has reproduced art works by Balthus in timeless black and white imagery.
Hara's tranquil monochrome portraits look strangely familiar -- and indeed, all are modeled after paintings by Balthus (1908-2001), one of the most revered artists of the 20th century. Although the figures and background furnishings are not identical to the originals, the compositions are.
Through this tableau-vivant-like approach, Hara somehow manages to capture the essence of Balthus's works.
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