Panther
Short Description
This image is part of Wide Open, an AI project by Laura Ángel, a Colombian graphic designer based in Los Angeles.
Panther is a visual exploration of strength, duality, and presence. I wanted to create something that felt as powerful as it looked. By pairing a majestic black panther with a strong female figure, the piece leans fully into contrast with texture, tone, and form. Soft white fur against sharp metal, deep black against bright white, the tension between woman and animal. Balancing these visual opposites becomes the focal point.
AI gives me the space to visually explore complex ideas. It lets me push beyond what’s practical and experiment with mood, form, and symbolism. This piece is the result of that freedom.
Process
I start by describing the main subject and setting, along with the type of shot I want. For this image, it began with a woman positioned in the middle of a photo studio, shot from a distance. I’m specific about the environment, in this case a white backdrop, and I describe the clothing, materials, and any animals involved.
I often use reference photos of textures, animals, jewelry, or subjects to establish a mood or aesthetic. From there, I iterate by referencing my own generations over and over until I get a concept that is close to what I had in mind.