honorable mention
Mario Basner united states
Photo © Mario Basner
title
Tea House
From my perspective, this image describes how historic sites in Europe are often not just preserved, but actually integrated and celebrated in modern life.
Fate led him to a music career first. During his 25 year career as a professional drummer he lived in three countries, garnering credits with large productions of Cats, A Chorus Line, Mamma Mia, The Lion King and more. Additionally, Mario recorded with famed producers in Hollywood and appeared on several TV programs, i.e. Ally McBeal / Fox TV.
Mario always loved photography and used his camera primarily as a creative outlet and a source of balance. When he opened a custom b&w dark room business in Los Angeles in 2002, the desire to express his own thoughts and vision grew substantially. Mario went on to photograph commercial assignments, editorial work and operated a portrait studio for several years. His work has been published in numerous magazines in the US and Europe.
When Mario discovered a historic, abandoned site through an internet article, he had finally found his voice and his purpose. His debut in the fine art domain consisted of a multi award winning documentary of a 19th century sanatorium in Germany. The series is on exhibition in Mario's Las Vegas gallery while Mario is creating additional images for his "World Heritage Collection".
Mario currently resides in Las Vegas, NV
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entry description
This image is of the Tea House amidst the "Speicherstadt" in Hamburg, Germany. This is a UNESCO world heritage site and the largest historic warehouse district in the world. Built as a tax free trade zone, it once handled 1/3 of the world's carpet trade. It now houses primarily creative businesses such as design studios, media offices, etc. The area is widely popular for its romantic feel and inspiring qualities.From my perspective, this image describes how historic sites in Europe are often not just preserved, but actually integrated and celebrated in modern life.
about the photographer
Award winning photographer Mario Basner was born in Hamburg, Germany and is renowned for realism and depth in his photographs. Mario is a purist who intuitively captures the essence of what’s before him. His works provide the viewer with a unique experience, invoking thought and stimulating the senses.Fate led him to a music career first. During his 25 year career as a professional drummer he lived in three countries, garnering credits with large productions of Cats, A Chorus Line, Mamma Mia, The Lion King and more. Additionally, Mario recorded with famed producers in Hollywood and appeared on several TV programs, i.e. Ally McBeal / Fox TV.
Mario always loved photography and used his camera primarily as a creative outlet and a source of balance. When he opened a custom b&w dark room business in Los Angeles in 2002, the desire to express his own thoughts and vision grew substantially. Mario went on to photograph commercial assignments, editorial work and operated a portrait studio for several years. His work has been published in numerous magazines in the US and Europe.
When Mario discovered a historic, abandoned site through an internet article, he had finally found his voice and his purpose. His debut in the fine art domain consisted of a multi award winning documentary of a 19th century sanatorium in Germany. The series is on exhibition in Mario's Las Vegas gallery while Mario is creating additional images for his "World Heritage Collection".
Mario currently resides in Las Vegas, NV
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