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Laurent Castellani

Solaris a

Solaris a

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Solaris-A is a stunning macro photography book by Laurent that pays homage to the sun and blurs the boundaries between reality and the fantastical. It features images drenched in sunlight, exuding warmth, texture, and abstraction, and explores the nuanced play of light that only the sun can offer.

Format: Hardback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2024
Publisher: New Heroes & Pioneers


Solaris-A is a remarkable testament to over a decade of unwavering dedication to the art of beauty and macro photography, intricately infused with Laurent's profound fascination with science fiction cinema. Drawing upon his extensive expertise in the luxury industry, Laurent endeavors to pay homage to our celestial companion, the sun, by christening it Solaris. This evocative title serves to blur the lines between reality and the fantastical, resonating with his personal phobia of space.

Within the confines of Solaris-A, one is greeted with images that bask in the golden glow of sunlight, exuding warmth, texture, and abstraction. From captivating portraits to intricate bodies, vibrant flowers, and the vast tapestry that envelops Laurent's world, macro photography takes center stage, showcasing his distinctive perspective on proximity. With a keen eye, viewers are invited to uncover the unexpected beauty that lies hidden within these captivating images.

Light, as defined by Wikipedia, is the radiant radiation perceived by the human eye, originating from an incandescent or luminescent source. In Solaris-A, this captivating radiation is solely sourced from the sun. Through the pages of this book, Laurent embarks on an exploration of the intricate interplay of light that is uniquely offered by the sun. Beginning with captivating portraits and the feminine form, he then utilizes flowers as a conduit, delving into a diverse range of textures, objects, geometric forms, landscapes, and abstract concepts.

Solaris-A stands as a testament to Laurent's unwavering dedication and artistic vision, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of light and transform it into a visual narrative that sparks curiosity, inspires awe, and invites viewers to explore the extraordinary wonders of our solar system.


Dimension: 267 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789198656541

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