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Metropolitan Meditation Photograph - Limited Edition of 10

Peter L Barbe

United Kingdom

Photography, C-type on Paper

Size: 23.4 W x 16.5 H x 0.5 D in

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"Metropolitan Meditation" captures a reflective moment aboard London's bustling Metropolitan line, portraying a young man immersed in his own world amidst the rush of the evening commute. This photograph is influenced by the raw, candid ethos of street photography legends like Gary Winogrand, showcasing an everyday scene elevated into a poignant narrative of urban solitude. This image was taken during a typical journey back from work, a time when the photographer makes it a habit to keep a camera ready to document the spontaneous and intimate human expressions that public transport frames so uniquely. The subject, distinguished by his distinctive afro and headphones, symbolises the personal retreats that city dwellers carve out for themselves in the most public of spaces.Shot in black and white, this artistic choice deepens the introspective quality of the scene, highlighting the textural contrasts between the subject and his immediate surroundings. The decision to eschew colour focuses attention on the varied lighting and reflections within the train, which cast a soft glow around the contemplative figure.

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Photography:C-type on Paper

Artist Produced Limited Edition of:10

Size:23.4 W x 16.5 H x 0.5 D in

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Peter L Barbe is photographer and artist living and working in Brighton and Hove, UK. Originally from the Seychelles, Peter has embraced the UK as his home for over a decade, dedicating over 11 years to mastering the art of photography. Peter has transitioned to exclusively shooting on film, adopting a street photographer's style that infuses spontaneity and raw emotion into each frame. His work, rich with authenticity and a keen artistic eye, captures the essence of everyday moments and the unique narratives they hold.

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