The Color Purple (1982)
Celie: The novel's protagonist, Celie is a poor African-American woman who has suffered abuse and discrimination throughout her life. She is described as being small and thin, with "black, black, black" skin and a "big, big nose." She has short, kinky hair and often wears a plain cotton dress. Celie is a dark-skinned African American woman who is described as being unattractive and having a "rough-looking face." She has a small, wiry frame and is relatively short. Celie's hair is black and wiry, and she often wears it in small, tight braids. Her eyes are large and dark, and she has a wide nose and thick lips.As for what Celie wears, she is often depicted wearing plain, drab clothing such as long skirts and plain blouses. Later in the novel, she begins to wear more colorful and ornate clothing as she gains confidence and independence. The story is set in rural Georgia in the early 20th century, with much of the action taking place on a farm where Celie lives with her abusive husband and his children. The novel spans several decades, with Celie's story beginning in her teenage years and continuing into middle age. The themes of the novel include racism, sexism, and the power of sisterhood and community.
Color palette: Purple, Green, Yellow
Prompt: Studio portrait of a poor 30 years old African-American woman, facing camera: She is very thin, hollow cheeks, boney face, black skin, plump brown lips, model, brown eyes, wide nose. Hair in short small tight braids. Wearing a 1910 inspired purple cotton blouse. light yellow gradient backdrop: Hyperdetailed, photorealistic, Mamiya Rz, 35 mm, 4k, 1/8 black pro mist filter, hard rim photography
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