Fruits and vegetables from my garden #8, 2021

Zoltan Gerliczki  

From the Vegetables from my garden series Archival Pigment Print. 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 captivating artwork presents a striking still life composition against a deep, velvety black background. The arrangement showcases an abundance of fruits and vegetables, each rendered with meticulous detail and vibrant color contrasts. A prominent halved onion reveals its intricate rings, while clusters of grapes and ripe tomatoes add depth and richness to the scene. The fresh green onions and sprigs of herbs introduce an element of freshness, juxtaposed with the earthy tones of broccoli and olives. The strategic play of light and shadow animates the textures, enhancing the glossy sheen on the grapes and the matte finish of leafy greens. The artwork invites viewers to appreciate the intricate beauty of everyday produce, elevating them to the realm of fine art. This composition exemplifies a masterful blend of realism and artistry, celebrating nature's bounty with precision and flair.