The festival of playing cards

Title: The Silent Dealer
Project Description:
"The Silent Dealer" is a surreal digital composition that serves as the second chapter of the "Festival of Playing Cards" series. This piece explores the theme of anonymity and the "poker face" in its most literal, classical form.
Key Design Elements:
* The Masked Sculpture: The central figure is a classical marble bust adorned with a stark, expressionless white mask. This creates a powerful contrast between the timeless beauty of the sculpture and the haunting silence of the "forbidden game".
* Juxtaposition of Textures: The design masterfully blends the cold, smooth texture of marble with the weathered, organic feel of aged playing cards and deep red roses.
* Atmospheric Narrative: The background features misty silhouettes of gothic architecture and stormy clouds, reinforcing the "Forbidden Festival" concept—a clandestine event where identities are hidden and stakes are high.
* Symbolism of the Queen: The "Q" and "13-15 Nov" elements tie the piece back to its archival, mysterious origins, suggesting a historical event lost to time.
Technical Details:
* Software: Adobe Photoshop.
* Techniques: Advanced Photo Manipulation, Texture Blending, and Surreal Compositing