Featured image: Tumulus St. Michel, Carnac, France, Tom Stoffregen, 2022, digital photography, 11 x 42 in. / 27.94 x 106.68 cm.
Tom Stoffregen's photography is a visual diary of moments and places that each tell a story.
Tom Stoffregen is a photographer whose work captures the essence of landscapes, showcasing themes of decay, history, and community in striking black and white prints.
His works, including "Mohawk St.," "Great Serpent Mound," and "White Church," are testaments to his ability to capture the essence of a location, transcending mere documentation to reflect on broader themes of time, history, and the human footprint.
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Mohawk St., Tom Stoffregen, 2023, photography, 19 x 34 in. / 48.26 x 86.36 cm.
"Mohawk St." is a Giclée print that speaks to the urban decay and the narrative of neglect in post-industrial America. Stoffregen’s panoramic view stretches across four frames, each contributing to a sense of desolation. The stark black and white tones strip away any romanticism, leaving a raw and honest portrait of the environment.
Great Serpent Mound, Tom Stoffregen, 1987, photography, 20 x 60 in. / 50.8 x 152.4 cm.
"Great Serpent Mound" stands in contrast as a panoramic silver print that stretches across time, capturing the historical significance of an ancient site. The print from 1989 emphasizes the continuity of the landscape and the enduring mystery of the mound, inviting viewers to ponder the civilizations that once thrived here.
White Church, Tom Stoffregen, 1987, photography, 16 x 40 in. / 40.64 x 101.6 cm.
In "White Church," Stoffregen captures a snapshot of rural America, with the church standing as a beacon of community and simplicity. The print's composition, with the church positioned against an expansive sky, evokes a sense of sanctuary and timelessness, suggesting the church's role as a steadfast symbol amidst the changing landscape.
Tom Stoffregen’s photography is a profound exploration of landscapes and the stories they hold. Whether it’s the urban, historical, or rural scenes, his prints are meticulous narratives that invite reflection. Each piece, with its unique subject and composition, is a window into a place and time, offering a pause for the viewer to engage with the layers of meaning behind the images. Stoffregen’s work is a reminder of photography’s power to document, preserve, and provoke thought.
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Shawnee Lookout, Tom Stoffregen, 2022, photography, 11 x 42 in. / 27.94 x 106.68 cm.
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