Strange Worlds
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Strange Worlds

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There is more than what meets the eye in Matthew Albanese’s captivating works. From an erupting volcano to a sweeping tornado to the landing on the moon, nothing is quite what it appears to be. Welcome to the extra-ordinary world of Matthew Albanese, where glaciers are not made of ice but of sugar, salt, egg whites, food coloring, flour and light.

Albanese meticulously fabricates and then photographs small-scale models of complex panoramic vistas, such as wind-blown willows on stormy rivers and raging forest fires, using humble materials including cotton batting, boiled sugar candy, sand, and feathers. By masterly manipulating the scale, depth of field, balance and lighting, he alters the appearance of the materials to create dramatic and emotionally evocative landscapes. This beautifully designed book brings together for the first time all the photographs in the Strange World series, including a new work made especially for the publication. The book features an engaging essay by David Revere McFadden, behind-the-scenes images of the miniature worlds, and insightful text by the artist on the process of his work.

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Tests by Matthew Albanese
Essay by David Revere McFadden
Book design Pitis

22.5 × 28 cm (9 × 11”)
96 pages
105 color plates
Hardcover
English
Isbn 978-88-98030-03-3

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Beneath the surface of Matthew Albanese captivating photographs lies an extraordinary world, or rather, Strange Worlds. From erupting volcanoes and devastating tornadoes to moon landings, nothing is quite as it seems in the unique universe created by this artist. In this surreal realm, glaciers are not made of ice but of sugar, salt, egg whites, food coloring, flour, and light.

The author meticulously constructs and photographs scaled-down models of complex panoramic landscapes. These include wind-swept willows over stormy rivers and raging forest fires, all made with humble materials like cotton balls, boiled rock candy, sand, and feathers. Through his skillful manipulation of scale, depth of field, balance, and lighting, Albanese transforms these materials into dramatic and emotionally evocative landscapes.

Artistic photography with dioramas involves creating intricate, miniature scenes that are meticulously staged and photographed. This technique transforms everyday materials into detailed, surreal landscapes, capturing dramatic and evocative images. Through careful lighting, composition, and scale manipulation, diorama photography bridges reality and fantasy, offering a unique and visually stunning perspective on both ordinary and extraordinary scenes.

With this book Matthew Albanese gathers for the first time all the photographs from the “Strange Worlds” series, including new works created specifically for this publication. The volume features an engaging essay by David Revere McFadden, behind-the-scenes images of the miniature worlds, and an insightful text by the artist exploring the creative process behind his work.

Matthew Albanese’s work showcases his artistic vision and ingenuity. His ability to create surreal and captivating landscapes from everyday materials is prominently displayed in this comprehensive collection. With his innovative approach, Albanese not only captures extraordinary images but also provokes deeper reflection on the nature of reality and illusion. This book serves as a valuable exhibition of Matthew Albanese’s unique talent, transforming the ordinary into something truly extraordinary.

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