The Firmament

Kimberly Poppe’s photographic series of abstract seascapes is inspired by the concept of 'eventide'—an ancient term for the end of the day or evening. Each image in this series captures the serene transition of dusk, twilight, or “eventide” in places where tides influence the landscape, such as oceans and salt lakes. The series explores the mesmerizing interplay of the natural elements—earth, water, air, and fire—at these magical times of day.

Inspired by Kimberly's long-standing obsession with Mark Rothko’s paintings and the meditative quality of his work, each photograph is crafted using slow shutter speeds and deliberate camera movements. This technique blends these elemental forces into visual poems that reflect the tranquility and beauty of the natural world. The "Eventide" series captures the essence of minimalist photography while bringing together the soothing qualities of seascapes and abstract photography. These photography prints not only portray a moment in time but also invite viewers into a space of reflection and calm, embodying the meditative spirit at the heart of the series.

In "Eventide," Kimberly takes us to the edge where sea meets sky and day transitions into evening. These abstract seascapes hum and slide between clarity and abstraction, leaving viewers on the brink of fluid twilight. The compositions offer long, sometimes sliding, views into the distance, drawing you in with distant glimmers of reflected light or flattening out as if by a haze of weather, reminiscent of Modernist color field paintings.

These photographs convey the visceral experience of standing before a changing, liminal environment. The calming, cleansing, and sometimes turbulent effects of a sea view go beyond accurate photographic depiction, here Poppe seeks to capture the feeling of being immersed in the view itself during a moment of transition.

“These meditative visions of seascapes capture what we all crave, not the infinite, but time. Shot through long exposures, these soothing images offer us the promise of calm through colour, light and water." —Adriana Marquez, art curator

"Poppe’s work has an immense feeling of spirituality. In her own words, she creates art that 'gives people's minds the space to rest'. Shot through long exposures at dusk, the weather, light, and water create an illusion of floating bands of colour, culminating in a single moment of perfection." —Mandy Poernig, art curator

Premium Print: This fine art photography print is created on a ChromaLuxe aluminium panel using thermal sublimation, ensuring vivid, archival quality images by permanently bonding high-quality pigments to the panel's coating. This process eliminates the need for glass, offering a clear, extraordinarily vivid depiction that brings the essence of "The Firmament" to life.

Durable & Light: Crafted on 1mm thick aluminium, the print is water-resistant and UV protected, making it perfect as bathroom wall art or outdoor wall art. Its durability and lightness make it an enduring addition to any space.

Ready to Hang: Equipped with aluminium rails on the back, this large-format artwork is designed for effortless installation, allowing you to bring the calming presence of "The Firmament" into your space immediately.

Size Options Available: To accommodate various spaces and preferences, "The Firmament" is offered in three sizes, each ensuring the same level of detail and color richness.

Worldwide Shipping: Every fine art photograph is custom printed upon order and eligible for worldwide shipping. The price includes shipping & handling. Estimated delivery time ranges from 7 to 10 working days.