Alexandre Manuel
Portuguese, b. 1979
ALEXANDRE MANUEL: EXPLORING THE LIMITS OF THE LANDSCAPE Born in 1979 in the Franche-Comté region, straddling the borders of Switzerland and France, Alexandre Manuel is an artist whose work has evolved into a profound investigation of the visual language and semiotics of photography. Now based in Portugal, Manuel holds a doctorate in Visual Semiotics, specializing in printed photography. A distinguished academic, he is also an auxiliary professor at several universities, having earned this title through the recognition of the French Ministry. Despite his academic achievements, Manuel’s passion for photography has always driven him to dedicate his life to the medium, where his visual exploration of nature and the human experience continues to evolve. THE LIMITS OF THE LANDSCAPE Manuel’s photographic practice revolves around the interrogation of landscape, particularly its limits and boundaries. Through his refined technique and use of long exposure, Manuel captures natural landscapes that convey a delicate tension between absence and presence. His images evoke an existential dialogue between humankind and the environment, drawing attention to the fragile relationship between man and nature. These visual statements probe the natural evolution of landscapes—often untouched by human intervention—and highlight their permanence or impermanence within the context of human experience. TIME AND SPACE IN PHOTOGRAPHY At the core of Manuel’s work is a fascination with temporality. His long exposure techniques, coupled with his understanding of atmospheric conditions, allow him to craft images that evoke a sense of serene timelessness. Manuel seeks to create spaces that are not merely representations of the natural world, but evocative landscapes where time becomes fluid, and the viewer’s imagination is free to wander. The tranquility of his work is underscored by the subtle presence of human influence, whether in the form of structures, rocks, or maritime locations—suggesting a continuity between humanity and nature, as they coexist in a quiet, unspoken harmony. A CONTINUOUS SCENE OF PEACEFULNESS In his own words, Manuel states, "I try to create a continuous scene that is untouched by time and only framed by traces of human contact in structures, rocks, and maritime locations." This approach reflects his desire to depict landscapes that transcend the constraints of time, offering a moment of stillness where the viewer can experience nature in its most pristine form. His photographs not only capture the beauty of the natural world but also invite reflection on the enduring, yet fragile, connection between humanity and the landscapes it inhabits.Kirkjufell, Iceland
By Alexandre Manuel
Located in New York City, NY
Alexandre Manuel
Kirkjufell, Iceland, 2016
Category
2010s Contemporary Alexandre Manuel
Materials
Archival Pigment
Skógafoss II, Lost in Abstraction, Iceland (Waterfall)
By Alexandre Manuel
Located in New York City, NY
Alexandre Manuel
Skógafoss II, Lost in Abstraction, Iceland (Waterfall)
60 x 40 inches
150 x 100 cm
Editon of 5
Signed, numbered and dated by the artist on label
Category
2010s Contemporary Alexandre Manuel
Materials
Archival Pigment
Iceland Landscape
By Alexandre Manuel
Located in New York City, NY
Alexandre Manuel
Iceland Landscape, 2016
Category
2010s Contemporary Alexandre Manuel
Materials
Archival Pigment
Skogafoss Waterfall 2, Iceland
By Alexandre Manuel
Located in New York City, NY
Skogafoss Waterfall 2, Iceland
Category
2010s Contemporary Alexandre Manuel
Materials
Archival Pigment
ORGANIC LANDSCAPES 2 by Alexandre Manuel (Aerial Photography)
By Alexandre Manuel
Located in New York City, NY
Series: ORGANIC LANDSCAPE AERIAL
All available sizes and editions:
40" x 30" editions of 10
60" x 45" editions of 5
80" x 60" editions of 3
Archival Pigment Print on Fine Art Baryt...
Category
2010s Contemporary Alexandre Manuel
Materials
Archival Pigment
H 60 in W 45 in D 2 in
Zhangjiajie II, China
By Alexandre Manuel
Located in New York City, NY
Alexandre Manuel
Zhangjiajie II, China, 2018
12x12 inches Edition of 10
Silver Gelatin Print
Category
2010s Contemporary Alexandre Manuel
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Eternal - HAPPY TREES 1 by Alexandre Manuel (Black and white minimalist)
By Alexandre Manuel
Located in New York City, NY
Series: ETERNAL
All available sizes and editions:
20" x 20" editions of 10
40" x 40" editions of 7
60" x 60" editions of 5
Archival Pigment Print on Fine Art Baryta paper
Mounted a...
Category
2010s Contemporary Alexandre Manuel
Materials
Archival Pigment
H 40 in W 40 in D 0.2 in
Landscape I, Vietnam
By Alexandre Manuel
Located in New York City, NY
Landscape I, Vietnam
60 x 60 inches
Edition of 3
Category
2010s Contemporary Alexandre Manuel
Materials
Archival Pigment
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