Hugh Arnold Figurative Photography
Internationally acclaimed photographer Hugh Arnold has always been driven to explore new territory in his field, frequently telling stories through breathtaking collages and murals.
Arnold draws inspiration from Renaissance masters like Michaelangelo as well as icons of the 20th century such as Pablo Picasso. Sometimes intentional, sometimes by happenstance, Arnold can always find an element in his photography that calls back to one or more of the great painters of the past.
Born in Chester, England, Arnold originally trained as an actor. He turned to photography after becoming enamored by the light and landscapes of Australia. He worked for a time at Vogue Australia before setting off to Milan to work for fashion labels. From there, Arnold shot for various publications around the world, including Traveller and Glamour.
In the early 2010s, Arnold had resolved to give up photography after a series of struggles. While packing up his studio, he came across a box of negatives he had taken approximately 20 years earlier. One picture in particular — a photograph of a woman underwater — caught his attention. Discovering this image saw him rekindle his passion for photography, and Arnold decided to embark upon creating a black-and-white underwater series depicting human development, from conception to adulthood. He took diving lessons and set about shooting the initial photos. Arnold presented the finished series in several exhibitions around the world, including in London, Chicago and Montenegro.
Arnold lives in France with his wife, Celina, and their four children. His work is held in exclusive private collections around the world.
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Artist: Hugh Arnold
Embodied
By Hugh Arnold
Located in Chicago, IL
Limited edition Lambda Chromogenic Print mounted on Dibond (an aluminum substrate) with UV Acrylic.
Available sizes:
40 x 60 inches (101.6 cm x 152.4 cm)
Edition size: 8 plus 2 A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hugh Arnold Figurative Photography
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Shadowdance
By Hugh Arnold
Located in Chicago, IL
Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Paper
Edition Size: 10 plus 2 AP
24 x 36 inches (image size)
61 x 91.4 cm
50 x 36 inches (matted)
127 x 91.4 cm
Print only. Matting and framing is optional.
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Moondance One
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Located in Chicago, IL
Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Paper
Edition Size: 10 plus 2 AP
24 x 36 inches (image size)
61 x 91.4 cm
50 x 36 inches (matted)
127 x 91.4 cm
Print only. Matting and framing is optional.
“Agua Nacida,” meaning “water born” in Spanish, is a unique collection of large-scale underwater nudes by renowned fashion and beauty photographer Hugh Arnold...
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Materials
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Price Upon Request
INSPIRATION
By Hugh Arnold
Located in Chicago, IL
Limited edition Lambda Chromogenic Print mounted on Dibond (an aluminum substrate) with UV Acrylic.
Also available on Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Paper
Edition Size: 10 plus 2 AP
*Please inquire for additional sizes*
“Agua Nacida,” meaning “water born” in Spanish, is a unique collection of large-scale underwater nudes by renowned fashion and beauty photographer Hugh Arnold...
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Secreto Velado
By Hugh Arnold
Located in Chicago, IL
Limited edition Lambda Chromogenic Print mounted on Dibond (an aluminum substrate) with UV Acrylic.
Available sizes:
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Edition size: 8
50 x 75 inche...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hugh Arnold Figurative Photography
Materials
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Autour du Monde
By Hugh Arnold
Located in Chicago, IL
Limited edition Lambda Chromogenic Print mounted on Dibond (an aluminum substrate) with UV Acrylic.
Available in two sizes:
40 x 60 inches (101 x 152 cm)
Edition size: 8
Price: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hugh Arnold Figurative Photography
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Hugh Arnold figurative photography for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Hugh Arnold figurative photography available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of figurative photography to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Hugh Arnold in digital print, lambda print, laser print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Hugh Arnold figurative photography, so small editions measuring 36 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Ariel Shelleg, Benjamin Heller, and Igor Malijevsky.