Upcoming
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Expressions of Water
Arnold Zageris | Contact Photo Festival | Main Gallery Exhibition 10 May - 1 Jun 2024 In his fourth solo exhibition at Abbozzo Gallery, Arnold Zageris brings his expertise in nature photography to the Main Gallery, emphasizing the beauty and intricacy of water in its many forms.
Zageris has built a career photographing and documenting nature's harshest environments from the Labrador to the Antarctic and Iceland. For the last three years he has explored the visual qualities of water, capturing its reflections and refractions with a focus on the role of shutter speed and colour in composition. His images delve into the tranquil and dynamic aspects of water, inviting viewers to appreciate the delicate balance between stillness and movement. Read more -
City in Motion
Matthew Stephenson | Contact Photo Festival | Feature Gallery Exhibition 10 May - 1 Jun 2024 In his first exhibition with Abbozzo Gallery, emerging artist Matthew Stephenson, will be exhibited in the Feature Gallery. Having lived in cities such as Toronto, Sydney, Hong Kong, and Vancouver, Stephenson's photography captures the essence of urban life and architecture.
With a distinct and keen eye for line, and patterned colour within architectures big and small, Stephenson invites us to contemplate the beauty of the seemingly mundane and anonymous buildings of upward sprawling metropolises. His work seamlessly integrates landscapes, people, and streetscapes, revealing the vibrancy and energy of city environments. Through his lens, Stephenson tells stories of human connections and the constant evolution of the urban landscape. Read more -
Enchanted Journeys of Desire
Nika Belianina | Contact Photo Festival | Project Room Exhibition 10 May - 1 Jun 2024 In her third exhibition with Abbozzo Gallery but first solo-feature, Nika Belianina, a mid-career artist and seasoned filmmaker, brings a surrealist twist to her cinematic photography.
Belianina's series explores themes of self-discovery and desires, presenting enchanted characters on transformative journeys. Using in-camera techniques, she creates a cinematic atmosphere filled with magic and introspection. Belianina's work invites viewers to craft their own narratives for the characters she portrays, opening a gateway to a world where inner desires and dreams come to life. Read more