SUMO, study bw#08

In the SUMO studies, lens-based artist Peter Nitsch delves into the intersection of photography and artificial surrealist interpretation and develops the sketches from a photographer's point of view. In these works we can also see how Nitsch deliberately works with mostly rounded and organic forms that may be a reference to Cubism. Nitsch has replaced the hard line geometry for softer edged compositions. Despite being grounded in the reality of Sumo wrestling, the images possess a nostalgic quality. Each image is an homage to the ancient origins and storied art of Sumo and the wrestlers. This art form, which originated in Japan centuries ago, is a fascinating world of contrasts and opposit...View all