7 DAYS OF BAD LUCK- THE Original file
7 YEARS OF BAD LUCK
The superstition that broken mirrors bring bad luck originated in the ancient Roman and Greek civilizations. Mirrors were seen as reflections of the soul. Breaking a mirror was thought to damage or shatter the soul, leading to bad fortune. The belief that it takes 7 years to "mend" the soul after a mirror is broken became a common part of the superstition. many cultures over the centuries, passing down through generations and persisting as a widespread folk belief, even today.
🖼️ Digital Artist: @Morten Klementsen, Bergen, Norway
🏆 Recognition: Lurzer's Archive TOP200 Digital Artists 2025
📏 Original Resolution: 15000 x 15000 pixels, 600 dpi
(can be printed up to 2.5 meters wide)
🎨 Based on AI and modified by the artist.
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"7 Years of Bad Luck" is a captivating digital collage that explores the enduring superstition surrounding broken mirrors. The artist, Morten Klementsen, skillfully blends a variety of textures, patterns, and surreal elements to create a visually compelling and conceptually rich piece.
The work invites the viewer to ponder the complex relationship between the physical and the metaphysical. The fragmented mirror, a symbol of the shattered soul, is juxtaposed with a kaleidoscope of abstract forms and surfaces, hinting at the deeper emotional and spiritual implications of this superstition.
Through the juxtaposition of diverse visual elements, the artwork challenges the viewer to consider the power of belief and the ways in which our perceptions of reality can be shaped by cultural and historical narratives. The use of AI-generated imagery, combined with the artist's discerning touch, adds an intriguing layer of technological intervention, further blurring the boundaries between the digital and the tangible.
Klementsen's work encourages a contemplative and introspective engagement, inviting the viewer to reflect on the fragility of the human condition, the lingering impact of superstitions, and the complex interplay between the conscious and the subconscious. The artwork's striking visual language and conceptual depth make it a compelling addition to any collection of contemporary digital art.