Atelier

Stephan Vanfleteren has been working in his daylight studio at home for twelve years, exploring beauty and meaning in both daylight and artificial light. He captures the grooves in the faces of old fishermen and the hands of Nick Cave, as well as his own children and impassioned artists. His craftsmanship and artistic nature make us witness and party to the splash of incoming light.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 21 November 2023
Publisher: Cannibal/Hannibal Publishers

Stephan Vanfleteren, a photographer born in 1969, has dedicated the past twelve years to working tirelessly in his daylight studio at home. This body of work, showcased in the Atelier collection, reflects his relentless pursuit of beauty and meaning, whether captured in natural or artificial light. A recurring backdrop of grey stage curtains serves as a constant reminder of his artistic journey. Vanfleteren's lens embraces both well-known figures and anonymous individuals, treating them with equal scrutiny and attention. He meticulously inspects and captures the intricate details of an old fisherman's face, the weathered hand of Nick Cave, and even a beachcombed bottle. His gaze is filled with adoration as he documents his own children growing up and passionate artists reaching the twilight of their lives. He observes the frozen corpse of a kingfisher and the graceful movements of a twisting dancer, witnessing the gradual shift of sunlight across his stage curtain. While drawing inspiration from the traditions of old and contemporary masters, Vanfleteren remains true to his distinctive style. His exceptional craftsmanship and artistic sensibility invite us to be both witnesses and participants in the vibrant dance of incoming light. This captivating collection is enriched with a text contribution by Ilja Leonard Pfeijffer, adding further depth and insight to the artistic narrative.

Weight: 1518g
Dimension: 194 x 259 x 47 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789464666564