Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

Brazilian, b. 1981

Raphael Macek’s photographic work celebrates the legendary and complex bond between humans and horses, capturing the inherent grace, strength, and beauty that these majestic creatures possess. Horses have long been admired and represented in various forms of art, but Macek’s images take this timeless admiration to new heights. His ability to reveal the profound connection between animal and artist, combined with the emotional depth his photographs evoke, brings out the essence of the horse in ways that speak directly to the soul. Macek’s images of equine majesty are striking in their composition and lighting. Whether portraying close-up portraits or full figures against carefully chosen landscapes, he captures the horses' muscularity, texture, and unique forms with precision. The result is a collection brimming with vitality, as if each subject might leap out of the frame at any moment. Macek expertly conveys the emotional depth of his subjects, inviting viewers to appreciate the power, pride, and beauty that horses represent. His work does more than just showcase the animal; it tells the story of a profound, untold moment in time, beautifully frozen by the lens. For Raphael Macek, photography is far more than just an art form—it’s a means of communication and a labor of love. His approach is marked by patience, respect, and a deep admiration for the subjects he captures. He has been known to say, "A good photograph is more than a beautiful picture; it encompasses a wide range of emotions," and this philosophy is evident in his work. Macek’s dedication to perfection, combined with his mindfulness and continuous self-improvement, sets him apart as one of the finest contemporary photographers. His love for animals, particularly horses, is at the heart of his ongoing mission to capture their beauty, which has been recognized in galleries and exhibitions worldwide.

Artist: Raphael Macek

Raphael MacekRaphael Macek - Fabula, Photography 2022, Printed After

$11,760

Raphael Macek - Fabula, Photography 2022, Printed After

By Raphael Macek

Located in Greenwich, CT

Archival Pigment Print Under Acrylic Glass All available sizes and editions: 40" x 80", Edition of 15 44" x 88", Edition of 15 48" x 96", Edition of 15 54" x 108", Edition of 1...

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2010s Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Raphael MacekRaphael Macek - Paradisum, Photography 2013, Printed After

$11,760

Raphael Macek - Paradisum, Photography 2013, Printed After

By Raphael Macek

Located in Greenwich, CT

Archival Pigment Print Under Acrylic Glass All available sizes and editions: 60" x 40", Edition of 15 72" x 48", Edition of 15 80" x 55", Edition of 15 92" x 60", Edition of 10...

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2010s Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Raphael MacekRaphael Macek - Angeli, Photography 2013, Printed After

$11,760

Raphael Macek - Angeli, Photography 2013, Printed After

By Raphael Macek

Located in Greenwich, CT

Archival Pigment Print Under Acrylic Glass All available sizes and editions: 40" x 80", Edition of 15 44" x 88", Edition of 15 48" x 96", Edition of 15 54" x 108", Edition of ...

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2010s Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Raphael MacekRaphael Macek - Immersion, Photography 2016, Printed After

$11,760

Raphael Macek - Immersion, Photography 2016, Printed After

By Raphael Macek

Located in Greenwich, CT

Archival Pigment Print Under Acrylic Glass All available sizes and editions: 53" x 40", Edition of 15 63" x 48", Edition of 15 73" x 55", Edition of 15 80" x 60", Edition of 10...

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2010s Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

Raphael MacekRaphael Macek - Lucernis, Photography 2016, Printed After

$11,760

Raphael Macek - Lucernis, Photography 2016, Printed After

By Raphael Macek

Located in Greenwich, CT

Archival Pigment Print Under Acrylic Glass All available sizes and editions: 60" x 40", Edition of 15 72" x 48", Edition of 15 80" x 55", Edition of 15 92" x 60", Edition of 10...

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2010s Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring, 2012

$12,500

H 36 in W 30 in

Ode to Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

36 x 30 inches - Edition AP2 of 3 with 2 APs Framing is an additional $525 Shot in 2012 in Amsterdam Inspired by Vermeer’s The Girl with a Pearl Earring...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Zoffany's Portrait of Belle and Murray, 2016

$2,500

H 17.25 in W 24 in

Ode to Zoffany's Portrait of Belle and Murray

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

17.25 x 24 inches - Edition 1 of 5 with 2 APs STATEMENT: e2, a collaboration between New Orleans artists Elizabeth Kleinveld and Epaul Julien, re-imagines iconic images from the his...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Vermeer's Woman with a Pearl Necklace, 2011

$2,500

H 24 in W 19 in

Ode to Vermeer's Woman with a Pearl Necklace

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

24 x 19 inches - Edition 1 of 5 with 2 APs framing is an additional $420. Photography and acting are kindred spirits in the new series by e2 (Elizabeth Kleinveld and Epaul Julien)....

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Wyeth's Christina's World, 2017

$2,500

H 16 in W 24 in

Ode to Wyeth's Christina's World

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

16 x 24 inches - Edition 1 of 5 with 2 APs STATEMENT: e2, a collaboration between New Orleans artists Elizabeth Kleinveld and Epaul Julien, re-imagines iconic images from the histor...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Caravaggio's Narcissus, 2018

$1,250

H 16 in W 15 in

Ode to Caravaggio's Narcissus

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

16 x 15 inches - Edition 2 of 7 with 2 APs STATEMENT: e2, a collaboration between New Orleans artists Elizabeth Kleinveld and Epaul Julien, re-imagines iconic images from the histor...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Wyeth's Christina's World, 2017

$1,250

H 10.75 in W 16 in

Ode to Wyeth's Christina's World

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

10.75 x 16 inches - Edition 1 of 7 with 2 APs STATEMENT: e2, a collaboration between New Orleans artists Elizabeth Kleinveld and Epaul Julien, re-imagines iconic images from the his...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Van Eyck's Self Portrait, 2012

$3,750

H 24 in W 17.5 in

Ode to Van Eyck's Self Portrait

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

24 x 17.5 inches - Edition 3 of 5 with 2 APs framing is an additional $420. Shot in 2012 in New Orleans Inspired by Van Eyck’s Portrait of a Man (Self-Port...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Caravaggio's Bacchus, 2017

$1,250

H 16 in W 12 in

Ode to Caravaggio's Bacchus

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

16 x 12 inches - Edition 2 of 7 with 2 APs STATEMENT: e2, a collaboration between New Orleans artists Elizabeth Kleinveld and Epaul Julien, re-imagines iconic images from the histo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Gheeraerts' Portrait of Elizabeth I, 2014

$2,000

H 16 in W 10.25 in

Ode to Gheeraerts' Portrait of Elizabeth I

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

16 x 10.25 inches - Edition 4 of 7 with 2 APs STATEMENT: e2, a collaboration between New Orleans artists Elizabeth Kleinveld and Epaul Julien, re-imagines iconic images from the his...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Batoni's Virgin of the Annunciation, 2015

$2,500

H 24 in W 20.5 in

Ode to Batoni's Virgin of the Annunciation

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

24 x 20.5 inches - Edition 1 of 5 with 2 APs STATEMENT: e2, a collaboration between New Orleans artists Elizabeth Kleinveld and Epaul Julien, re-imagines iconic images from the hist...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Van Eyck's Self Portrait, 2012

$1,875

H 16 in W 11.5 in

Ode to Van Eyck's Self Portrait

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

16 x 11.5 inches - Edition 3 of 7 with 2 APs framing is an additional $265. Shot in 2012 in New Orleans Inspired by Van Eyck’s Portrait of a Man (Self-Portrait?), 1433 Photograph...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

E2 - Kleinveld & JulienOde to Velasquez's Venus at her Mirror, 2011

$2,500

H 16 in W 24 in

Ode to Velasquez's Venus at her Mirror

By E2 - Kleinveld & Julien

Located in New Orleans, LA

16 x 24 inches - Edition 2 of 5 with 2 APs framing is an additional $420. Shot in Amsterdam in 2011 Inspired by Velasquez’ Venus Looking in Her Mirror, 1647-51 Photography and ac...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Raphael Macek Figurative Photography

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Archival Pigment

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