still life with stone vol. 1

still life with stone
Written By Marco Fazio

This series of images is our tribute to the creative abilities and craftsmanship of humans working with the rich materials that Mother Nature provides.

 

Inspired by the rich seam of still life paintings, and using the most beautiful marbles, granites and other stones, both natural and composite which are our raw material, we have created a series of homages to art and artists.

Take a look at how the different colours, textures and patterns of stone influence the feel and mood of a setting, whether kitchen worktop, bathroom vanity, staircases or other interior space.

 

ceramic still life with stone, a homage to Barbara Hepworth

Ceramic still life with stone, a homage to Barbara Hepworth

Sodalite Blue marble, Airy Concrete quartz

The reflective polished surface of the Sodalite Blue marble and the matte background in Airy Concrete quartz create harmony between craftsmanship and nature.

The art of Barbara Hepworth influenced our approach to this composition. The natural patterns of the stone echo the intense workmanship of the artist, while the organic elements offer a contrasting tactile quality.

 

a tea ceremony

Teapot, bowls and wooden strainers, incense burning, a vase with seasonal flowers. All ready for the ritual of drinking tea while enjoying a conversation with friends.

A tea ceremony

Avalanche marble

An ancient ceremony served on a more ancient natural material, like this Avalanche and Statuarietto marble as table top and splashback.

The unique textures and contrast of both marbles perfect the beauty of the objects for which they are used, creating a harmonious whole with their surroundings.

Avalanche marble, Statuarietto marble

 

scent sanctuary with rosa extremoz

Scent sanctuary with Rosa Extremoz

Rosa Extremoz marble

Rosa Extremoz marble was made to be the backdrop for well-being, pampering and natural beauty rituals – whether on the walls and floors of an upmarket spa, or in your own bathroom. 

With its off-white and pink hues, this marble is very versatile used with other stones or teamed with wood in an eclectic style. Rosa Extremoz is also very suitable for swimming pools and even exterior architecture.

 

Feeling inspired by these beautiful settings?

Make an appointment to come into the showroom and discuss your project with one of our team experts.

 
 

“Still life with stone” project details

Creative Direction & Photography: Marco Fazio

Set Styling: Amanda Smith-Corston

Materials: Airy Concrete, Avalanche, Rosa Extremoz, Statuarietto, Sodalite Blue

Marco Fazio

Marco Joe Fazio is CCO and director of photography at space+style™ by marco joe fazio Ltd, working in fashion, hospitality, food & drink, architecture and design.

Born and raised in Tuscany, Italy, Marco learned the rudiments of photography and the magic of the darkroom in his early school years. Thereafter, he worked in architecture, interior, and lighting design for two decades. During those years, Marco founded an award-winning architectural studio and managed a multidisciplinary design team, working mainly for fashion industry clients.

Since moving to London in 2008, Marco has been recognised as a Chartered Architect of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) while pursuing his dream of connecting the worlds of architecture, design, and fashion from the photographer's perspective.

After years of passionate dedication, hard work and professional achievements, he was awarded the Fellowship certification (FBIPP) by the British Institute of Professional Photography and won the Peter Grugeon Award for the Best Fellowship of the Year in 2016. Subsequently, he has been admitted as a member of the highly regarded Association of Photographers (AOP). 

Having achieved a stronghold in coordinated image and photography for the design and fashion world, Marco has taken his expertise into the hospitality market; luxury and boutique hotels, fine dining restaurants, and the drinks and beverage industry are all reaping benefits from his services.

Today, Marco is leading his agency in assignments in the hospitality, fashion, and design industries.

Creative photography, cinematography, coordinated images and brand marketing form the core of his services.

Thanks to more than a decade in the music industry, Marco has expendable knowledge in composition and sound engineering. That knowledge is a valuable asset in creating licensed soundtracks and magnetic sound designs for commercial productions.

Marco's passion and another branch of his business are mentoring and nurturing new visual arts talents. In 2016, he launched "telling [fashion] stories" – photography & set design workshops – and more recently, he has become a lecturer for the School of Art and Creative Industries at London South Bank University (LSBU).

The crossover between genres and industries is a peculiar and essential factor in his work, contributing to thinking outside the box and achieving a unique style rich in symbolism and content.

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