French photographer Olivier de Chappedelaine presents his black and white photographs in series of various themes.  Olivier’s black and white photography series include images of everyday scenes and people, and his talent with light and composition give his works subtle, dramatic effects.  He often selects simple subject matter, which results in his bringing out the most interesting aspects of his photographic subjects.  In his Beach series, for example, he observes views of nature from unique angles, and the sand in some of these black and white photographs is reminiscent of a Zen garden.

Pictures captured from a bird’s eye view are common in his work, which provide interesting angles and composition.  Much of his work incorporates elements of nature, and certain natural facets often stand out within the black and white photographs.  Cutter of Bonzai is a nice example of both of these themes in Olivier’s work, as part of a tree divides the scene while it frames the man in action.  The aerial viewpoint in this photograph is very effective and makes for a lovely composition.

Olivier de Chappedelaine, Cutter of Bonzai, €450

Olivier actively uses the internet as a tool for his photography.  On a daily basis, he feels free to photograph anything that inspires him, and uses his photography blogs as a forum for his photographic experimentation.  He started his photo journal in 2004, and in this “photolog” he posts a black and white photograph each day.  He uses his “photoblog” as a visual laboratory to experiment with his digital photography in color.

Olivier de Chappedelaine, The Start, €450

Olivier’s most recent exhibition is entitled “A la découverte de la Chine,” within the third “Printemps de la Photographie” in Romorantin, France.  Several of the works featured in his Artsetter gallery such as The Start and Woman and Baby were all part of this exhibition.

Olivier de Chappedelaine is completely immersed in the world of photography, and his prolific body work reveals his dedication to his art.