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This transformation is actually unreal 😭 Artist Jo Steel reimagined Rembrandt by literally becoming him, turning into the artist’s self-portrait through makeup, costume design, and hand-painted sets. #OpenCall
What inspired one of the best cosplays we’ve ever seen?
“Since childhood, I’ve wanted to be an artist and I’ve never swayed from that path. While at first, I envisioned myself creating art in the more traditional sense, the necessity for an income shifted my focus towards content creation. I became the canvas. Still to this day, I see myself in artists like Rembrandt, so it was only natural to become him in a more literal sense. I became the Portrait of Rembrandt, and in doing so, I became the embodiment of my childhood dreams.
In making this video, I challenged myself in ways I haven’t before. While gender-bending is a signature style of mine, hand-painting the costume and backdrop were new and inspiring ways to test my own capabilities.
Being featured in the National Gallery of Art is one of my life’s greatest achievements. As I am facing serious health concerns, I’m honored to make my mark on the world in the way I’ve always envisioned.”
The National Gallery’s Open Call is a campaign spotlighting the work of talented artists across the country. This video will also be featured in temporary display inside the museum.
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