This piece is a part of a series in shamanism. Particularly, this is a fictional representation of a native shaman. Shamans of many cultures wear feathered headdresses, this in particular is a headdress of reverence and bravery.
I like to portray this figure as a figure of light, a healer perhaps; a revered member of the community.
Artists deal with black and white, this series is all about the balance and contrast of black and white. The first shamans were artist and vice versa.
The piece is a digital painting, using many "brushes" to achieve this look.
This piece contrasts with Dark Shaman 2.