Espresso Bagagli

sold as a mounted print to a mystery buyer
This is my second instalment in the “nostalgia” series, the one I’ve been
withholding from you. Because of it’s very special mood I consider this to be my masterpiece in this series and in general, to date that is.
Same general concept and techniques as in the other images from this series with the most important being the painted with light technique
Espresso Bagagli belongs to the following groups:
Alternative Process and Experimental Photography, Hats and Hat Boxes, Mood & Ambience - Strictly Photos, Moody, Dark, Evocative (no nudes), Nostalgic Art and Photography, Object Studies & Concepts, Passionate About Vintage, Retro Conglomerate, Sold! , Still Life Fine Art and Food Photography, Still Life Photography, Studio Lighting (2 images per day.), Technical Photography and The Thing Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints and Framed Prints











Peter Hill
A very evocative and well crafted image, Peter. I love the tones, the mystery, the suggestiveness. This is a rich palette and soaking in your theme.
Peter Zentjens replied
Wow, thanks for this feedback Peter. I really is soaking in my theme isn’t it? It’s, like I said, the mood that makes it stand out of the crowd (well, 4 images is hardly a crowd!) ;)
Not that the others lack the nostalgic mood, it’s just stronger here somehow. It’s hard to put into words with my limited English.
awoni
this is quite a special work, I really like it. I have to agree with Peter Hill on the tones, they all match really well, but also give a mysterious contrast.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you awoni.
I was wondering. Do the rest of you see the had in the background? Or did I make it so dark, it’s only barely visible on my screen, that it’s not showing on most monitors? As non are calibrated equally of course.
awoni
You’re welcome!
I do see it, but quite vaguely. I do like that, makes it a bit more mysterious!
Peter Zentjens replied
Alright! That was the effect I was after, but I was afraid it wouldn’t show at all.
majo
I must say this one has a bra in it as well so it may be favourited alot to :-)
Serious now I love your painting with light technic
Still not sure but sure one day I’ll pick one favourite
Peter Zentjens replied
Nah, I think a lot of people are more interested in the normal contents of a bra, which isn’t in the picture, then in the bra itself. ;)
Thanks for the compliment majo! Cheers.
donald beynon
i new you would come up with something stunning love the old stuff.i need more!!!!!!!!!! lol.
Peter Zentjens replied
Alright, alright! Take it easy!
I’ve got two new ideas, for which I have the props already, I just need time to shoot! ;)
Thanks a mill for the stimulating comment.
kcranmer
Excellent still life shot!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks kcranmer
Ann Garrett
This is stunning, beautifully set up
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you very much for this motivating comment Ann
Alan Findlater
really nice work well done
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Alan.
SharonAHenson
This still life is so well done…breathtaking!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you for the compliment SharonAHenson!
Lisa Kenny
Peter i just love this ~ i wish i could take photos like this….
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Lisa, that’s very kind of you.
Rhana Griffin
I love the richness of colour in this image Peter. You have created a wonderfully nostalgic mood with this piece.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you for confirming that I was successful in creating the mood I was after Rhana.
jerry alcantara
very beautiful image ,lighting are amazing
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Jerry!
Glitter
very very nice !
you can almost feel the “old days”!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Glitter, much appreciated.
berndt2
Very cool shot – and an excellent series. Love the colours and textures of the leather, which is what really brings home the ‘old times’ nature of the piece.
Peter Zentjens replied
Yes, I know what you mean. It was such a lovely piece of antique that I had a hard time parting from it again. I borrowed it for this shoot. But just looking at it you could imagine stories about long travels on ocean liners, trains across Europe, people wearing high hats. That old leather case really sparks my imagination.
Thanks for your feedback Berndt2
JustPaula
Fabulous work … I love tones its really great work :0)
Paul Hamilton ...
fantastic tones
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Paul
Graham Jones
Those lost edges to the shadows and the warm tones really make this image Peter. I confess I did not note the underwear until I read the comments :-)
Peter Zentjens replied
You didn’t spot the bra? lol!
This image is a discovery trip. ;)
Thanks for your great comment Graham.
H M Bascom
Fantastic image. Very vintage
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Helen.
Nuh Sarche
great composition!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks NuhSarche
Robert Mrvecka
great shot!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Robert
Matt Halls
Incredible tones, lighting, colours, subject, everything!! Great work Peter.
Peter Zentjens replied
Wow, thank you for your enthusiasm
Deborah Parkin
beautiful work again Peter (great portfolio in fact,wish i had more time to comment) – love the colours in this and the lighting really adds to that vintage/nostalgic feel.
Peter Zentjens replied
Time and redbubble, a big conflict, I know exactly what you mean. So much to see, so many portfolios to explore, so little time.
Thanks you for the huge compliment and if you ever find the time, feel free to browse and comment a little more. I appreciate your time.
Lucindawind
beautiful composition !
Peter Zentjens replied
and thanks a second time.
Geir Floede
Just a phantastic shot.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you very much Geir, much appreciated.
Irish
Great image!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Irish
Andy Harris
great clarity and quality to the shot…. lighting is superb!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you very much Andy.
Kacholek
Spectacular shot!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks
Rosina Lamberti
Excellent still life shot!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you.
Mohammad Khaksar
Muy buen laburo peter…este me gusto mucho!
Un abrazo!
Peter Zentjens replied
Muchas gracias señor. Solo hablo un poquito de Español pero l’entiendo. :^D
Mohammad Khaksar
Como lo prefiere dude!
Peter Zentjens replied
LOL. My wife isn’t home for a few days (she teaches Spanish), so slow down on the Spanish Hombre. ;)
paulevelin
outstanding artwork
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Paul
Jan Cartwright
Lovely evocative image – makes me think of film noir. Well shot!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Jan, much appreciated.
Cordelia
Gorgeous, gorgeous shot. Speaks of time gone by. The subject matter and lighting work perfectly together.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks for the compliments Cordelia.
Sorry for the slow response, see my journal for details
AnnieD
Beautiful tones….beautiful composition…...beautiful lighting!!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you AnnieD, much appreciated.
My apologies for the late reaction, see my journal for the reason.
Jacqueline Bar...
fantastic image. great lighting.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks for your ongoing support of my images Jacqueline and sorry for the slow response, see my journal for all the details.
Craig Hender
Awesome work of art! Fantastic detail and lighting. Well done.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Craig, much appreciated.
rzs7yk
beautiful toning and nicely composed – drawing the attention of the viewer toward the bag
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Mark,
much appreciated.
Julene Mendenhall
Brilliant! I love this image, well done!!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks a million Julene.
Jacqueline Baker
oooooh i love it! See what you made me do..i’m gonna have to add it to my favs now!
Peter Zentjens replied
Lol, thanks for the fav Jacqueline
Sashy
and another great one
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you!
johnr
cracking image and tones-well done
Peter Zentjens
Thanks a lot johnr, much appreciated
CinB
WOW this is my fav, love the old style feel.
is that an old hat box?
anyways love it
Peter Zentjens replied
Yes, that is a real old had box, and all the stickers on it are genuine too. I borrowed it from a friend of ours.
Thank you so much for all your comments, keep them comming. :)
denise romano
Love everything about this.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Denise, also for the two favs
Ken Mucke
Right out of a Phillip Marlow film…such a classic….brilliant
Peter Zentjens replied
And thanks again, for the third time, not to mention all the fav’s!
MrFordy
Great series.
Thanks for the tut i’ll have to give it a go.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks for the comment and your most welcome. Looking forward to see your painted with light images. Cheers.
SueAnne
This beautiful, I love all texture and deep colors
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you SueAnne, much appreciated. Also thanks for adding me to your watchlist.
Mugsy
Excellent work!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Mugsy!
midzing
beautifully shot,,, well done
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you midzing
Alison Cornfor...
Brilliant lighting!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Alison, that’s very nice of you to say.
Dorit
What a brilliant piece of work. The arrangment and lighting is fantastic. You’ve captured the mood so well. The whole series is just great. Congratulations!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you so much Dorit, for your time, you enthusiasm, all those fav’s you gave me and for putting me on your watchlist.
Ken Mucke
This one has so much elegant age to it….so brilliant again….Id love to own the whole series …maybe one day…..Brilliant work
Peter Zentjens replied
Wow, if a photographer like you would by my work, wow…
Just the “declaration of intention” has made my day. Thank you so much.
Sue Wickham
How could I have missed these! What an stunning series. They are all brilliant, but I think this one is my favourite.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you very much Sue. Glad you like the series as a whole, and this one, well, it’s turning out to be the most popular in general. :^)
ellena
A masterpiece indeed. I love the tones, the light, you got it all together in a good composition, the gloves…the bra..so misterious Congratz., you’re very talented!
Peter Zentjens replied
Kind words, glad you like it. Thanks Ellena
Suryani Shinta
wonderful
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks!
Aimelle
ohhh I love the rich colors and tones and artistic feeling I get from this. probably my favorite from the serie. brilliant lighting !
Aimelle
oh and I was wondering what was the exposure here ? (if I may ask)
thank you
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you for your lovely comment Aimelle. Of course you may ask that question! I don’t really remember the exposure, I think it was 15 sec. And never forget, it’s a stitched image. I think this one was a combination of one or 2 exposures.
Aimelle
thank you very much for the information Peter.
I gave it a try last week but I have a long way to go before getting such an amazing light as a result ! still I enjoy painting with light =)
have a nice day
Peter Zentjens replied
Ha, what can I say? The ones you see here aren’t exactly my first try. :o)
Keep at it Aimelle, it’s something you need to get the hang of, and once you got it… It’s a little like riding a bike. ;^)
BarbBarcikKeith
Superb work.. wonderful series too.. and thanks for stopping by.. always appreciated.
Peter Zentjens replied
likewise Barb,
thanks for you comment!
Larasolnishko
I like your experiments with retro style…all 4 images are outstanding…
It is great composition and can be brought into wonderful painting
Peter Zentjens replied
Ah, but it already is a painting, in a way it is at least… a painting with light.
Thanks you so much for your comment.
Kate Hall
love your style! :-)
Peter Zentjens replied
Why thank you very much Kate, also for putting me on you watchlist. Cheers!
Geoff Coleman...
Interesting shot – could you indicate which category of purchaser you sold it to eg RB member, mystery buyer, etc.
Peter Zentjens replied
Oh, yes of course, sorry,
it was a mystery buyer, I’ll put in the description
Racheli
What a gorgeous brilliant art work, impressively Peter, as all of yours!
Peter Zentjens replied
Many thanks Racheli, glad you like my work. :)
Shanina Conway
Brilliant series Peter, your light technique gives a fantastic glow;)
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Shanina, also for the fav’s you gave me.
Birgitta
You have a terrific talent with lighting. :) Love that!
If there’s anything that draws me to a particular photograph, it’s
dramatic lighting. Don’t see enough of it! Reeeeeeally like this, Peter.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you for the huge compliment Birgitta
Steve Chapple
Moody brooding lighting creates an old worldy effect here. Well suited to the series and again clever outcome from an idea….
Peter Zentjens replied
Again, thank you, I’m glad you like this series
gingarasu
beautiful colours and atmosphere
very painterly
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you gingarasu, much appreciated
Stephie Butler
I love all your work in the nostalgia series, but this has to be the best. ...Excellent…
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Stephie, many people seem to favour this one above the rest of the series.
Silvia Ganora
Stunning image!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Silvia.
DawsonImages
Great light, very nostalgic
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks my friend.
navybrat
lovely collection…
this would look good in my new group HERE
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks for the comment and the invite,
but I don’t really see the link with your group. So, if you would care to explain I’d be happy to take a look at it from your point of view.
Chantel Smith
This is great… really rich
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Chantel, you are to kind.
Iryna
image with a story! really love the lighting!!!!!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you again Iryna, I really put a lot of effort in my light, so I’m glad you like the outcome!
Jacqueline Baker
WOW!!! Congratulations Peter on six of your images being featured in the Nostalgia group, this is the first time i’ve seen this happen so a double congrats!! :0)
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Jacqueline, I must say I’m rather blown away by all this. So much credit for my work, wow.
justintheframe
Wonderful lighting! Beautifully put together.
Blaze66
This Nostalgia series of yours is beautiful. I feel like viewing it that I am going back into another era. You definitely captured the items just right. Excellently done! Congrats on the features also.
Peter Zentjens replied
You make me blush Blaze66.
Ralph Olsson
Absolutely wonderful tones:)
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Ralph, glad you like it.
Taschja Hattingh
Heloisa Castro
amazing work
Peter Zentjens replied
thanks, once more. ;)
calves
Fantastic work Peter!!!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Claudia, much appreciated.
Svetlana Sewell
Excellent!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Svetlana, glad you like it!
Gili Orr
Very attractive image, Peter!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Gili
Lois Bryan
congratulations on your Nostalgia challenge win … this is stunning … what a joy to view and to study!!!! In other words, you provide a bounty for the intellect as well as the soul!!!!
Peter Zentjens replied
It was an honour to win and to receive so much wonderful comments from you!
SandraRos
Peter Zentjens replied
Wohoo!
mm1208
brilliant!!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks! For faving and commenting.
Ken Powers
Wow! The overall tonality and choice of subject matter for your pieces are amazing. Keep up the stellar work!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Ken, I’ll promise I’ll do my best. :)
ilva-b
Peter Zentjens replied
Wow, thanks! That was quick, I’m honoured.
Derek Dobbie
a wonderful capture. great colour and depth.
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks again Derek, glad you like my work!
doreen01
Nostalgic image…Great in many ways!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thanks Doreen!
Jan Bickerton
Love your still life work and this series is wonderful. Great atmosphere!
Peter Zentjens replied
Thank you Jan, I always try to make atmosphere an important part of my still life work.
SandraRos
Hi Peter could we please have this awesome capture in this group HATS
Peter Zentjens replied
Sure thing, coming right up….
Taschja Hattingh 21 days ago
Peter Zentjens replied 20 days ago
And another one! Taschja, a million thanks my friend.
AnaCBStudio 19 days ago
Great still life…beautiful lighting!
Peter Zentjens replied 2 days ago
Thanks for the comment Ana,
I seem to have missed this, hence the late reply, sorry about that!
Tracey Mac 2 days ago
More superb lighting and design Peter, this is a sublime image, I totally love everything about it and where do you find all this gorgeous nostagia?
A true work of art
x
Peter Zentjens replied 2 days ago
Hey Tracey, thanks for the comment. The nostalgia items are coming from every direction. I have some stuff myself, but most things come from friends who know what I do for a hobby, so they let me temporarily borrow their nostalgic treasures.