Venice boy sitting beside his football | Limited Edition of 10
As I navigated through the poetic maze of Venice, a tender scene unfolded before me. A young boy, seated beside his football, was immersed in a moment of quiet reflection. The ageless stones around him seemed to cradle his youthful innocence against the backdrop of a city that whispers tales of bygone eras at every corner. The juxtaposition of fleeting childhood against the enduring architecture around evoked a narrative rich in contrast and sentiment.
The football, a symbol of youthful zest, lay still, echoing the calmness of the moment. The boy, with his casual demeanor, seemed to be in a world of his own, perhaps pondering the adventures that lay ahead. His solitary figure against the Venetian scenery told a story of contemplation amidst play, a pause in the timeless dance of growing up.
Venice, a city where every stone has a story to tell, provided a picturesque backdrop to this simple yet evocative scene. The blend of youthful innocence and historic elegance created a tableau that tugs at the strings of nostalgia.
Through my lens, I aimed to encapsulate this fleeting moment of reflection, a pause that holds within it the beauty of innocence and the promise of adventures yet to come. This photograph is not just a capture; it’s a tender narrative of childhood, with a hint of nostalgia for the past and a whisper of hope for the future. The print invites one to reminisce on the transient yet beautiful phase of childhood, amidst a scene that is as timeless as it is endearing.
© Dan Kosmayer, 2005
Edition Information
This photograph is released as a signed and numbered edition of 10 prints across all available sizes. Each print is individually signed and numbered by the artist on the reverse and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Once all 10 prints have been sold, this work will be permanently retired, and no further numbered editions will be produced in any size or format. A small number of Artist Proofs may be retained by the artist for archival or exhibition purposes.
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This paper offers a balanced surface that enhances tonal depth, preserves fine detail, and reduces glare under typical indoor lighting conditions.
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