Malaguena (Sancha...again) by SidheRoseGraphics
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I'm having too much fun with Sancha and not enough with Frank. Lol...he's being difficult in trying to get him ready.
Flamenco dancing originated in the part of southern Spain called Andalusia. When the Muslims and Moors controlled southern Spain (approx. 700-1400), it was called Al-Andalus by the north-African Berbers (Moors). It was previously known as Al-Vandalusia. This was because the land was previously held by the Germanic Vandals or Vandalen. Before that, it was part of the Roman Empire, and the Visigoth's empire, as well as the Punic (Phoenician) Confederation. Southern Spain was a hot piece of property because whoever controlled southern Spain controlled the Pillars of Hercules and hence the shipping lanes into and out of the Mediterranean Sea. The Rom people also moved into this area beginning (so it is said) in the 1400s. The north African Berbers and Rom shared kindred cultures, incorporating dancing and music. Eventually, they sort of merged together to form the art called 'Flamenco'. Flamenco is an overall term that includes the dancing, the music, the hand-clapping, foot-stomping and lesser things - each of which has it's own name or term.
The Romani or Gypsy style of Flamenco is slightly different than the classical Spanish style - mostly in the movement of the arms.
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I couldn't pass up DiYanira's 'OLE' dress, which *was* on sale. It's a cool dress but I do have one tiny complaint. The skirt could use handles. It has very nice textures though and comes with poses as well. This one was somewhat modified by me.
Thanks for coming by dear friends! I truly appreciate your comments and faves :)
You ready for a new year full of unknowns? We can always hope things get better.
Cheers!
Ray
Comments (25)
Your gypsy spirit is showing greatly in the past couple images Ray... Beautiful contribution and some great details to boot!!!
Beautiful image..love character and pose!!
beautiful dance scene!
Gorgeous scene and character!
Superb flamenco dance, I love the movement and the blur of the dress, giving a lot of dynamism, excellent, Rayvn !
Fantastic work! 5
great character and pose, excellent
Gorgeous!
Fantastic work! I can almost hear the music and the sounds while she dances
Amazing what you did with that dress. And you know men will always be difficult. I think that's why we like them. We constantly need a challenge. ;) Happy new year! ")
men right? he, he. most of the time it's the gals that have the prob of getting ready. love that dress and dance pose ray, very spicy!! Happy New year..
Absolutely Gorgeous Character Ray!
A fine info of the flamenco history. You made here a very great colorful image it seems as if the dress is really moving! Superb done my friend! Gr.Rudy.
Positively gorgeous! Beautiful pose and dress movement. Excellent render.
Fantastic sense of motion indeed, marvelous and vigorous character, superb colors, loved it a lot! ****************
Another very beautiful render Ray, just love it. I wish you and your family a Happy New Year my friend.
That is a truly beautiful outfit, Ray! I love the pose and also the fan--- a great composition!
I like the rich darkness of the image and especially the sense of movement you have instilled in the way you have morphed her dress. You are never short on your historical insights when the moment calls for it.
I can imagine the Spanish guitar and her clicking her heels
A very fiery flamenco and a beautiful composition, Ray! The pose and her expression look great!
Woah, this is COOL!! I can hear the maracas playing!! OLE!! :) I wonder if she would like to tango?
Beautiful Work!! Happy New Year :)
Very good character and outfit.
Wow! What a gorgeous image, Ray! Sancha looks really beautiful doing her flamenco dance! I love how you got her skirt flare out that way, and the lighting is just gorgeous! Beautiful work, my friend! Happy new year! Hope 2013 brings you everything good, my friend!
Excellent gallery, awesome work