Riccardo Piva
dal 28/10/2010 al 3/11/2010
Segnalato da
28/10/2010
Riccardo Piva
Agora Gallery, New York
Using both black and white and color images, artist's photographs range from birds-eye view landscapes to intimate architectural scenes of Rome. A series of photographs for 'Altered States of Reality'.
NEW YORK, NY October 04, 2010– Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature Italian photographer, Riccardo Piva, in Altered States of Reality. The exhibition is scheduled to run from October 29, 2010 through November 19, 2010 (opening reception: Thursday, November 04, 2010).
The delightful and moving digital photography of Italian born artist Riccardo Piva captures moments that inspire the imagination and connect to the soul. Using both black and white and color images, Piva’s photographs range from birds-eye view landscapes to intimate architectural scenes of Rome. Piva’s work is strictly spontaneous; his work is deeply inspired and built on capturing the memorable essence of an inspirational moment. His black and white architectural photography in particular is deeply enchanting. Piva’s photographs express strong directional compositions and he has developed a skillful process of producing a high level of contrast, which is one of the key factors that make his images so appealing. Piva’s photographs of his hometown also have a powerful emotional element, suggesting a sense of nostalgia and grandeur, as well as a hint of awe of a community that once was the center of human thought and power.
Altered States of Reality presents some of the best in contemporary photography. Working with different technologies, and focusing on subject matter varying from flora and fauna to urban scenes to abstract impressions, these remarkable photographers are united by a dedication to their craft and an uncanny ability to capture the world as you've never seen it before.
Featured Artists:
H. Scott Cushing, Carlos Diaz, Carl Ellis, Iwona Gladysiewicz, Michael Howard, David LaBella, Lennette Newell, Riccardo Piva, Kimia Rahgozar, Jonás Riera, James Spitznagel, Wayne Wilmoth
About Agora Gallery
Agora Gallery is a fine art gallery located in the heart of New York City’s Chelsea art district that was established in 1984 and is famous for showcasing a spectacular array of talented artists from around the world and around the corner, while providing quality and original art to collectors. At the end of 2009, Agora Gallery opened its doors to a new exhibition space. This beautifully designed and spacious new gallery will showcase artists and their work in a significant solo exhibition environment. The gallery also publishes ARTisSpectrum Magazine, a bi-annual magazine that is distributed to museums, galleries, art institutions and art schools around the world. It provides artists, collectors, museums, galleries, art organizations and enthusiasts with access to the work of internationally talented emerging and mid-level artists as well as feature articles, reviews and interviews. Agora Gallery is also the sponsor of Art-Mine.com, one of the most comprehensive resources available worldwide to view and purchase fine art from emerging, mid-level and well-established artists. Most recently, the gallery launched http://agoraartgalleryblog.com, a blog designed to provide helpful information and advice for artists while providing a forum for artists to help one another by sharing their experiences and thoughts.
Riccardo Piva lives and works in Rome, Italy.
Image: Against The Light. Digital Photography, 20" x 28"
Agora Gallery
530 West 25th St - New York City
Gallery Hours: Tue-Sat 11a.m. - 6 p.m.