Winter from Above
It is an art to show the everyday and the common from a different perspective. A perspective which will awaken curiosity, engage, surprise and — at least for a moment — transport the viewer up, to contemplate the world from above it all. It is an art to disconnect from the earthly and join the heavenly.
The Winter from Above series is the result of passion, commitment, love of flying and photography. For an experienced pilot and an accomplished photographer, this marriage is a natural way of expressing the beauty of the world as seen from above. It is also the appreciation of the simplicity and the elegance of nature. It offers a unique way to look at common things from a different perspective.
Read More...It is the world where familiar objects take new shapes by vividly contrasting against featureless backgrounds, often recognizable only by the shadow they cast. Some structures remain unknown until the viewer dives into the details. The featureless background makes the images appear almost graphic, crossing the boundary between photography and drawing.
All photographs in this series have been taken from a Cessna 172, a personal airplane and flight trainer. In the majority of the cases, I am piloting the plane and photographing at the same time. This configuration allows me full control over the attitude of the plane – so critical to the outcome. Sometimes, a safety pilot is present to monitor the flight. Each flight is a mission that requires careful planning ⎯ the weather, visibility, winds, angle of the sun ⎯ all must come together at the right time and place.
Main Collection – Large Format Prints
Beautifully printed on Hahnemuehle German Etching fine art paper, those photographs are available in 35×50″ size. Stunning clarity and detail of the print allows the viewer gradual discovery of the work.
All works are available for purchase in a limited edition of 20. Select works can be purchased in my Fine Art Print Store.
Red Roof
Taken on the border of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, this snowed-in farm stands out by it’s wonderfully red-colored roof. A yellow Piper Cub was flying above it just before the capture and although the ultimate photo-opp has been missed, the remaining result is nevertheless, pleasing.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Joint Flight
Seeing the birds in flight from this unique perspective – above – is an unique experience. It holds especially true for a well organized flock of Canadian Geese. This moment, captured over a snowed-in Westchester golf course, remains one of my favorites.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Tree Line
A simple, yet elegant image of a line of trees, as the setting sun casts the long shadows on the frozen field below.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Tree Farm
This curious looking piece captures a snowed-in farm and tree nursery in New Jersey. To the right of the photo, the dots are simply Christmas trees in various stages of growth.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Brooklyn
Taken over Bensonhurst – a residential neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York – this photograph shows many of the single family buildings, so characteristic of this area. The over-ground Subway D line neatly cuts across (71st and 79th Street stations shown).
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Central Park from 10,000 feet / Winter
This award-winning photograph of Central Park in winter of 2016 has been captured at an exact moment, where shadows of the Manhattan skyscrapers line precisely along the Avenues of the island. This image is a part of “Central Park from 10,000 feet – Seasons” collection, depicting this iconic NYC landmark, captured at the height of each season.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 54✕37 in (137✕94 cm)
Solar Panels
A fresh snow covers a solar panel farm near Princeton, New Jersey. This snow will be gone within a single day, so that the panels can again generate electricity.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Dense Forest
A simple, yet captivating image of a wintry forest. This shadow-less image shows bare trees, densely covering an area of several hundred acres. It almost feels like no human has ever discovered this area of nature.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Braille Field
This is another, closer look at the previously displayed nursery and tree farm in New Jersey
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 54✕37 in (137✕94 cm)
A Little Grove
This neatly arranged grove was discovered recently in Southern Pennsylvania, during my trip to the West. I was sad to leave this beautiful silent area, but the duty was calling.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Sleeping Spring
A small, frozen creek at one of Westchester’s golf courses.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 54✕37 in (137✕94 cm)
The Road Ends
During several snow subsequent storms of 2016, many of the rural roads have remains unplowed. It took a few days for them to be fully cleared.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Solitude
A minimalist image of a hunting tower near Princeton, New Jersey.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Lake at Wintertime
Deeply frozen, snow covered Lake Nockamixon shows empty marina, while boats lie safely preserved on the coast of this eastern Pennsylvania State Park.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 54✕37 in (137✕94 cm)
Frozen River
One of the few pieces, where I have decided to keep the beautiful color of the snow that briefly appears after the sun has nearly set.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Playhouse
A private residence with a enormous garden of an interesting design. One can only imagine how much work it takes to keep it alive and in a shape that it deserves.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 54✕37 in (137✕94 cm)
Trails on the Lake
Fishermen left trails of their activity on Glenmere Lake, New York. This lake is famous for it’s ice fishing and regularly visited by this sport’s enthusiasts. Because of the highly detailed nature of this image. you can actually see them, when looking close.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 54✕37 in (137✕94 cm)
The Bridge
The low bridge divides the still frozen parts of Croton Falls Reservoir, 40 miles north of Manhattan.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 35✕50 in (90✕130 cm)
Lady Ice
As the winter gives way and the warmer temperatures slowly arrive, this last ice is being seen beautifully melting into forms resembling abstract painting.
Pigmented archival ink on fine art paper. Limited edition of 20.
Dimensions, unframed: 54✕37 in (137✕94 cm)
See "Winter from Above" in a live setting
Privacy concerns prevent me from showing the works in most client’s homes.
Here is an opportunity to see a few, in addition to pieces presented in a gallery setting. The gallery photographs have been taken during previous solo shows in Poland and NYC. More information about those exhibits can be found here
Looking for Zen – open edition prints
Small-format square prints are an attempt to find a harmony between different viewpoints. As a complete set, they also offer the viewer a transition from the natural to the urban, while maintaining the simple and clear aesthetic. They are printed with great detail on the same high quality textured fine-art paper as their larger sibling.
The complete set of 27 has been exhibited together, and select images can be perfect companion to any space. From an open collection, the prints can be purchased immediately in my on-line print store either framed or raw.
