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Monica DenevanLine of Palms by Monica Denevan. Framed serene BW photograph from Burma.2008
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Line of Palms by Monica Denevan
Burma, 2008
Monica Denevan's work blurs the distinction between cultural documentation and artistic portrait. It begins with personal connections made during many visits to Myanmar's Delta region and evolves from people and their immediate surroundings. Individuals live in remote regions far from the changes induced by industrial development, with a traditional culture that remains linked to the past and to the intangible spirit of their homeland. His photographs transcend the subjects themselves to recognize their participation in a world of extraordinary resonance and harmony, buzzing in the most ordinary lives.
This evocative black-and-white photograph presents an arresting tableau of silhouetted figures seamlessly integrated within a grove of palm trees. Each tree stands tall and proud, their fronds splaying out against a softly lit sky, creating a striking contrast and sense of balance within the composition.
The photograph captures an intimate moment where the figures, appearing elongated and almost ethereal due to their silhouettes, seem to coexist harmoniously with the natural landscape. The reflection in the water beneath underscores the delicate interplay between the human forms and nature, lending an almost surreal quality to the scene. The horizontal alignment of the trees and figures generates a rhythmic repetition that draws the viewer's eye across the image, encouraging a deeper exploration of its intricate details. Each individual is poised with a calm, reflective demeanor, suggesting themes of unity, balance, and connection between humans and their environment.
The monochromatic palette enhances the timelessness and serene yet powerful atmosphere of the work, making it a visually compelling piece. Overall, this artwork is a masterful study of form, light, and composition, celebrating the inherent beauty and synergy found in the natural world and human presence within it. Its unique juxtaposition of organic and human elements, coupled with its meticulous execution, establishes it as a thought-provoking and mesmerizing piece.
Framed in a dark wood with UV clarity glass
Framed size 63 x 60cm
Edition of 25
- Creator:Monica Denevan (1977, American)
- Creation Year:2008
- Dimensions:Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
- More Editions & Sizes:30” x 30” image on 35” x 35” paper. Archival giclee paper. Edition of 8.Price: $5,359
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- Gallery Location:Coltishall, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU154628220992
Monica Denevan
Monica Denevan studied photography at San Francisco State University. She has travelled extensively in Burma and China for many years. Denevan’s photographs have been exhibited internationally including solo shows in San Francisco, Hong Kong and Bangkok. Her work blurs the distinction between cultural documentation and artistic portraiture. It begins with personal connections made travelling in South East Asia and evolves from the people and their immediate environment. The individuals live in remote regions far from the changes wrought by industrial development, with a traditional culture that remains linked to the past and the intangible spirit of their homeland. Monica’s photographs transcend the subjects themselves to acknowledge their participation in a world of extraordinary resonance and harmony, humming within lives most ordinary. Recently, her work was included in the Annenberg Space for Photography’s “No Strangers” slideshow event in Los Angeles and the Photolucida Critical Mass Top 50 2012. Her work has been published in LensWork, Bangkok Airways Inflight Magazine, ZYZZYVA, Communication Arts Photo Annual, SHOTS, Black and White Magazine, The Photo Review, and Artvas-The Photo (Korea) among others. Denevan’s images have been on the cover of Black+White Photography (UK), The Sun magazine (US), and Les Iles by Philippe Lancon (Paris: J’ai Lu). Online, her work has been featured on LENSCRATCH, F-Stop magazine, Le Journal de la Photographie, and Art Photo Index (photo-eye). Monica has won numerous awards including The International Photography Award 2005, Centre for Fine Art Photography Award 2008, Centre for Photographic Art Award 2017 among many others. Her work is held in the UCSF Medical Centre collection.
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