Laurence Aberhart b. 1949, Aotearoa New Zealand
Laurence Aberhart’s iconic photography is steeped in history—not only in his chosen subject matter but through his use of an antique Korona View Camera. Now in his seventies, he continues to create contemporary photographs through a historical lens, balancing compositional precision with an intense atmospheric quality. Right
Gow Langsford Gallery has represented Laurence Aberhart since 2014. Large format, Gow Langsford Gallery, installation view, 2019. Photography by Tobias Kraus
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Taranaki, Wanganui, 12 May 2008 (detail), 2008 silver gelatin, gold and selenium toned photograph 255 x 300mm