When many of us think of exotic beauty, our minds often wander to luscious black hair, sun-kissed skin, and deep smoldering eyes (often lined with kohl). Figures like Penelope Cruz and Omar Borkan Al Gala come to the forefront of peoples mind. However, most artists prefer to manufacture depictions of earthy-toned wildernesses and exciting animals.
The word exotic kindles a feeling of adventure, culture, and beauty. As art, exoticism can surround a spectator in an enticing, new world beyond their own knowledge and experiences. Exotic, elegant wall art is often a favourite to those who wish to be surrounded by a sense of elegance as they delve into a world of cultural unknowns. Artists such as Chariklia Zarris, can exploit the wanderlust in every individual and can engulf them to a world of fierce animals and seas of golden grasses. Along with the use of beautiful animals, Zarris also utilizes Middle-Eastern and African patterns to entice the explorer in all of us.
Many artists like Zarris draw inspiration from culturally acclaimed lands soaked in rich history. The Middle East and Africa are often focal points to many exotic, elegant prints we can find in the United States and Europe. In fact, Europe's fascination for immortalizing the beauties of foreign lands can be traced back as far as Leonardo Da Vinci's work dubbed “Sketch of a Roaring Lion”.
As the mystic appeal of far-off lands capture the hearts and minds of many, exotic, elegant art can be viewed in many households. Whether it be would-be travellers, safari explorers, or the culturally acclaimed, exotic art can always manage to find a way onto our walls as we imagine venturing to a far away place.