If Passion Were A Flower…
Exploring the beauty and intricacies of nature through photography
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Spinifex Press
Published:1st Oct '92
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
This collection showcases Lariane Fonseca's photography inspired by Virginia Woolf and Georgia O'Keeffe, highlighting nature's beauty and intricacies.
In If Passion Were A Flower…, Bombay-born photographer Lariane Fonseca draws inspiration from the literary genius of Virginia Woolf and the artistic vision of Georgia O'Keeffe. This captivating collection showcases her remarkable ability to capture the visual beauty of the natural world. Through her lens, Fonseca invites viewers to explore the intricate wonders of nature, revealing details often overlooked. The shadows of plants appear strikingly distinct, and the grains of earth in flower beds seem magnified, as if viewed through a microscope. Her keen observation allows us to appreciate the delicate intricacies of twigs and petals, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary.
Fonseca's work transcends mere photography; it is a celebration of nature's sensuality and aesthetic appeal. Each image serves as a testament to her sensitivity and skill, demonstrating that her artistic vision reaches far beyond her humble assertion of simply 'taking pictures.' The collection is not just about flowers; it encapsulates the essence of life, inviting us to pause and reflect on the beauty that surrounds us.
The profound influence of Woolf and O'Keeffe is evident throughout the collection, as Fonseca captures the 'passion of flowers' in a way that resonates deeply with viewers. If Passion Were A Flower… is a visual journey that encourages us to reconnect with the natural world and appreciate the intricate details that make our lives rich and vibrant.
"Whilst photographing flowers and other aspects of nature, I have always maintained a philosophy of non-interference with the subject. I have never cut, placed, trampled, held or pushed out of my way any of the subject material." -- Lariane Fonseca, 1992.
ISBN: 9781875559060
Dimensions: 310mm x 275mm x 16mm
Weight: 810g
77 pages