Hyperbola - Limited Edition of 10 Fine Art Prints (2023) Photography by Mario Tarantino

This black and white fine art print has in frame the Taal Monument, a brutalist piece of architecture and part of a popular architectural movement from the 1950s. The towering, sleek, and curved structures rise sharply against a dramatically contrasted sky, creating an atmosphere of ethereal grandeur. The image depicts a solitary silhouette dwarfed by the grand scale of the edifice's sculptural forms, emphasizing the building's monumentality. One of the most prominent features is a pair of soaring spires, one slightly bowed, that blends seamlessly into the curved boundary wall anchoring the photographic composition. The interplay of light and shadow highlights both the textures and contours of the structures' geometric forms, resulting in a captivating visual rhythm. The artwork's minimalist composition, which focuses on lines, curves, and contains large swathes of negative space, conveys a sense of serenity while also evoking an impression of dynamism and movement, with the silhouette making its way towards the arched entrance. The power of this photograph lies in its simplicity and the dramatic scale of the structure, which contrasts with the smaller human element, providing a poignant perspective on the scene. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the monument's gravity and elegance, eliminating distractions and directing the viewer's attention to the pure forms and their spatial interactions.

This award-winning artwork is the ambassador image for the Future Past Series, and it is part of a limited edition of ten fine art prints. The piece is printed by a master printer using archival pigment inks on Hahnemühle Fine Art Photo Rag paper, resulting in a long lasting museum quality print. Each print is numbered, hand signed, and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

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