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Edward AlfanoChengdu, China - Black & White Photograph of Banyan Tree Landscape with Palms2019
2019
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"Chengdu, China (6/10)," is a particularly striking image that can only truly be appreciated in person or via video. (Please inquire for more detailed shots, or video.) Alfano travels often to China and captures the mystery and wonder of its ancient grounds. He focuses not on the acclaimed reaching branches of the tree upper half, but the incredibly detailed root and trunk system. This composition abstracts the tree, forcing the viewer to reconsider what they are looking at. The shading and drawing like quality of the photograph further abstract the banyan, playing off the highlights and shadows created by its unique root system. This work is a statement piece and pulls viewers in with Alfano's distinctive aesthetic. This particular edition is expertly framed with archival materials, a sealed back and museum plexiglass. Follow our storefront at Gallery 1202 for new listings and sales. Inquire for special pricing.
Edward Alfano is a contemporary photographer working in Southern California. Alfano photographs all across the world, his most photographed regions are China, Italy, and Huntington Gardens in San Marino. In his photographs of Huntington Gardens, one can see the influence his early university education in biology and plant anatomy had on him as a budding artist. He focused on plant anatomy and ultrastructure as a graduate student, where he learned how to use infrared film, which remained his choice of medium for the remainder of his career. Alfano’s work eludes categorization, while his subject matter is either landscape, architecture, or monuments, Alfano’s use of technology, unique perspectives and innovative compositions removes him from the traditional style of photography of such objects, and firmly positions his style among the pioneers of surrealism. The photographer utilizes both archaic and modern technology in his practice. Alfano begins by shooting in infrared film, he then develops the film in a traditional darkroom, and scans it to produce a digital print of the image. This process further abstracts his subject matter with a soft focus finish, adding to the surreal quality of his work. Alfano uses the infrared film to manipulate light and shadow, further exploring how this push and pull of light can draw an alternative narrative to a common scene. The partnership of technology and traditional medium, gives Alfano's photographs a distinctive aesthetic, and sets his work apart from other photographers. Often mistaken for highly-skilled drawings, Alfano's aesthetic is eye-catching, especially in his larger photographs. They are powerful pieces that make a statement on any wall.
Edward Alfano's prints are available in various sizes and frame types. Prints can be framed in a traditional wood frame with a white matte or mounted on aluminum. Aluminum mounted prints are hung with a french cleat. Please inquire if you are interested in a different size.
Available Dimensions: (Unframed/Framed)
4.5x7" / 10x13x1.25"
9.5x13" / 17x21x1.5"
22x34" / 30x41x1.5"
Mounted on Aluminum:
10.75x15.75" / 14.5x19.5x1.5"
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- Creation Year:2019
- Dimensions:Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)
- More Editions & Sizes:5.5x8 ed of 80Price: $4509.5x14 ed of 20Price: $950
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- Framing:Framing Options Available
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- Gallery Location:Gilroy, CA
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