corrugated sheet metal 21 (2024) Photograph by Daniel Fontaine

*They are the last ones in the series.*

In Sept-Îles, corrugated metal dominates the landscape. Architecturally, it is not the most attractive feature, but from a photographic standpoint—when the light is intense and strikes the surface at a near-parallel angle—it yields semi-abstract images of great graphic beauty.

A striking black and white photograph captures the geometric interplay of light and shadow on an industrial building's corrugated metal siding. The repeating vertical lines create a strong sense of pattern and rhythm. A large, light-colored garage door with two rectangular windows is centrally positioned, casting a sharp shadow diagonally across its surface. To the left and right, dark, textured panels or doors add contrast and depth. An exterior light fixture is mounted on the wall, its form and shadow adding another layer of visual interest. The overall mood is stark, modern, and minimalist, emphasizing the raw materials and structural elements of the architecture.

Printed on 100% cotton paper—free of acid and optical brighteners (Fine Art print on Red River Palo Duro Softgloss Rag 315 gsm paper) using Epson pigment inks. The paper measures 25 in x 17 in, and the image measures 23.4 in x 13.2 in. Consequently, the image is surrounded by a margin.

Materials used:

Printed on 100% cotton paper—free of acid and optical brighteners (Fine Art print)—using pigment-based inks

Details:

• Photograph on Paper
• From a limited edition of 10
• Size: 63.5 x 43.18 x 0.18cm (unframed) / 59.44 x 33.53cm (actual image size)
• Signed and numbered certificate of authenticity
• Style: Geometric
• Subject: Abstract and non-figurative