Fruits from my garden #7, 2021

Zoltan Gerliczki  

From the Vegetables from my garden series Edition of 9 + 2AP. More Editions & Sizes: Small image size: 25.5 in H x 31.5 in W. Edition 9 + 2AP.

"We eat vegetables from our garden”. When Zoltan's gardening, He grows things and gain knowledge by spending time outside - which helps keep his grounded. He loves to garden every day: there is something about the dirt and growing living plants that helps to settle his soul and helps his feel alive. He learned that what we need in our lives is in nature, right in front of us. These still-life images are from his “Vegetables from my Garden” series, which focuses on how gardens help the environment by reducing air and noise pollution, filtering the groundwater, and providing better food on our tables. It’s dedicated to the natural living in the world. Every picture features mushrooms or tomatoes, onions, and salads. The series was made using scenography, for which he used a flatbread scanner to create the images, combined with digital photography. He tries to keep his photography as pure as possible without post-processing. One of the most exciting things about scenography is that it is a new way to see the things around us. It's not exactly photography, but it reproduces reality with extraordinary precision!

This striking still life artwork captivates with its masterful use of chiaroscuro, enveloping the composition in a dramatic interplay of light and shadow. The piece showcases an abundant array of meticulously detailed fruits: plump clusters of grapes, ripe oranges, and lush leaves that exude vitality. The textural realism is evident in the velvety skin of the fruits and the delicate glisten on their surfaces. Positioned against a deep, dark background, the colors of the produce stand out vividly, enhancing their natural beauty. A broken walnut shell reveals its intricate interior, adding a layer of complexity and tactile intrigue. This composition is not merely a representation of nature’s bounty but a celebration of texture, form, and the transient beauty of organic subjects. Its striking realism invites viewers to appreciate the delicate craftsmanship and the fleeting moment captured by the artist.