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Edward Alfano
Cactus Garden at Huntington Gardens - Contemporary Surreal Landscape Photograph

2018

About the Item

Unframed Dimensions: 14x9.5" "Cactus Garden at Huntington Gardens," (11/25) is a limited edition, black and white infrared photograph taken, developed and printed by Southern California photographer, Edward Alfano. Alfano has done a longstanding series of photographs featuring the flora of Huntington Gardens. The composition and perspective of this photograph in particular is especially surreal, with almost a haunting feeling. Alfano creates a contemporary look for this traditional subject matter. Follow our storefront at Gallery 1202, or message us for additional works, and edition information. All prints are numbered and signed by the photographer Edward Alfano is a contemporary photographer working in Southern California. Alfano photographs all across the world, his most photographed regions are China, Italy, and Huntington Gardens in San Marino. In his photographs of Huntington Gardens, one can see the influence his early university education in biology and plant anatomy had on him as a budding artist. He focused on plant anatomy and ultrastructure as a graduate student, where he learned how to use infrared film, which remained his choice of medium for the remainder of his career. Alfano’s work eludes categorization, while his subject matter is either landscape, architecture, or monuments, Alfano’s use of technology, unique perspectives and innovative compositions removes him from the traditional style of photography of such objects, and firmly positions his style among the pioneers of surrealism. The photographer utilizes both archaic and modern technology in his practice. Alfano begins by shooting in infrared film, he then develops the film in a traditional darkroom, and scans it to produce a digital print of the image. This process further abstracts his subject matter with a soft focus finish, adding to the surreal quality of his work. Alfano uses the infrared film to manipulate light and shadow, further exploring how this push and pull of light can draw an alternative narrative to a common scene. The partnership of technology and traditional medium, gives Alfano's photographs a distinctive aesthetic, and sets his work apart from other photographers. Often mistaken for highly-skilled drawings, Alfano's aesthetic is eye-catching, especially in his larger photographs. They are powerful pieces that make a statement on any wall. Edward Alfano's prints are available in various sizes and frame types. Prints can be framed in a traditional wood frame with a white matte or mounted on aluminum. Aluminum mounted prints are hung with a french cleat. Please inquire if you are interested in a different size. Available Dimensions: (Unframed/Framed) 4.5x7" / 10x13x1.25" 9.5x13" / 17x21x1.5" 22x34" / 30x41x1.5" Mounted on Aluminum: 10.75x15.75" / 14.5x19.5x1.5" We will ship this via standard parcel boxed with internal support to maintain the integrity of the piece. The work will be fully insured during shipping. If you prefer a different method of shipping, inquire and we are happy to accommodate your requests. Our first priorities are our collectors satisfaction, and the artwork's safety in transit. We accept returns within 7 days, if we are notified within 24hrs of receipt of the work to ensure a worry-free collecting process. If you are local to the San Francisco Bay Area, we will deliver for free. Handling time will be 2-3 business days, and shipping will be 2-5 business days from date of order confirmation for standard parcel. Inquire for subsidized shipping.
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  • Creation Year:
    2018
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
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  • Gallery Location:
    Gilroy, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EA-20121stDibs: LU129825872382
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