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Patricio Reig is a Spanish-Argentinian photographer who prints and sets his images on special oriental paper, folded over and over, and dipped in a bath of coffee and sodium thiosulfate. He finds the result intriguing, as fortuitous coffee stains become scars that denote each photograph and every story they tell. The image may be fragmented, pieced back together, or folded over, but it never loses its essence.

Format: Hardback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 11 December 2023
Publisher: Five Continents Editions

This captivating volume marks the remarkable publishing debut of the talented Spanish-Argentinian photographer, Patricio Reig, who currently resides in Milan. It serves as an introduction to one of Reig's most cherished artistic subjects: the captivating portrayal of women in his photographs.

Reig's artistic process is truly unique and captivating. He meticulously prints and sets his images onto special oriental paper, meticulously folding it over and over until it forms intricate layers. The final step involves immersing the paper in a bath of coffee and sodium thiosulfate, resulting in a mesmerizing and enigmatic effect.

What sets Reig's work apart is his fascination with the unpredictable outcomes of this unconventional printing technique. Fortuitous coffee stains that occur during the process become distinctive scars, each one marking a unique photograph and the story it tells. These scars add a layer of intrigue and individuality to each image, making them truly one-of-a-kind.

Reig himself eloquently describes his artistic approach: "A portrait is not the mere recording of a single identity, but rather the layering of many elements. For this reason, the image may be fragmented, pieced back together, or even folded over, yet it never loses its essence."

Through his captivating portraits, Reig invites us to explore the complexities of identity and the beauty of individuality. His images evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity, as we piece together the fragments and discover the hidden stories within each photograph.

This volume serves as a testament to Patricio Reig's talent and vision, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of women through his unique artistic process. It is a must-see for anyone who appreciates the power of photography to evoke emotions, tell stories, and capture the beauty of the human experience.

Weight: 972g
Dimension: 259 x 358 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9791254600429