Soon To Be Sauce

by Bob Orsillo

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Soon To Be Sauce

Artist

Bob Orsillo

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Photograph - Original Fine Art By Bob Orsillo

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**A Black and White Still Life: A Culinary Symphony**

Bob Orsillo's black and white photograph is a timeless depiction of a simple yet evocative still life. Centered on a rustic wooden table, the image showcases a variety of fresh produce, each contributing to a rich and textured composition.

Dominating the foreground is a large, bulbous garlic clove, its intricate layers and fibrous skin lending it a sense of organic complexity. The garlic's form is both delicate and robust, suggesting a balance of flavor and texture. Behind the garlic, a red bell pepper adds a vibrant contrast, its smooth skin and rounded shape creating a counterpoint to the garlic's intricate details.

In the background, a stainless steel pepper grinder and a glass jar of salt introduce a touch of human intervention, hinting at the culinary possibilities of the scene. These objects also serve to ground the composition, anchoring the produce in a domestic setting.

Orsillo's choice to shoot in black and white enhances the image's timeless quality, stripping away color distractions and focusing our attention on the form and texture of the objects. The high contrast creates a dramatic atmosphere, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow on the produce.

The overall effect of this photograph is one of quiet contemplation and culinary appreciation. It invites us to slow down and savor the beauty and simplicity of everyday ingredients. Orsillo's masterful composition and use of light and shadow transform a mundane scene into a work of art, a testament to the enduring power of still life photography.


Soon To Be Sauce - Original fine art black and white food photography by Bob Orsillo.
Copyright(c)Bob Orsillo / www.orsillo.com - All Rights Reserved.
Shop fine art black and white food photography at www.boborsillo.com

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October 24th, 2017

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