Thomas Demand recreates sourced images in detailed scale models and then photographs them to produce large-format images compelling us to question both how photography functions as a medium and our own relationship with images.
As the artist once said, 'Models provide us with a focus on our world, as its complexity would place an inconceivable load on our apprehension without such filter'.
This incredible image of water lilies is a highlight from his online exhibition showing at Sprueth Magers until 30 April.
The exquisite depiction of natural light and reflection moving across the surface envelops the image with drama and an uncanny illusion of depth.
