Before the Concert by Stephane Thomas

Details

Retail price for the framed work is for pick-up from NERAM, Armidale. Shipping Australia-wide can be arranged and will be invoiced separately.

Year: 2023

Medium: Photography - Print Ilford Smooth Cotton Rag 310gsm

Print size: 67 x 57 cm

Description 

Before the Concert was captured backstage at the Sydney Opera House, with natural light streaming in from a narrow window on the left. It tells the story of Vicki Parkin, a cellist with the Opera Australia Orchestra, resting before a performance.

As I walked through the green room, I was immediately drawn to the red couch and the beautiful morning light falling onto it. Inspired by the works of Edward Hopper and Jeffrey Smart, I aimed to create a minimalist image that tells a simple story while incorporating elements that invite viewers to explore the frame and form their own interpretations.

Biography

Based in Wickham near Newcastle, NSW, French-Australian photographer Stephane Thomas enjoys capturing a wide range of subjects, from landscapes and architecture to dance and environmental portraits.

Thomas focuses on simplicity and minimalism, always aiming to highlight the core story of each image by removing distractions. Whether in natural settings or the controlled space of a studio, Thomas strives to create images that are both clean and impactful.

Thomas's photography journey began with his love for the outdoors, and while he still finds inspiration in nature, he has developed an interest in studio work, embracing the challenge of shaping light to bring his creative ideas to life.

Home: Wickham, NSW