Monochrome Photography

by multi-award winner J.G. Braticius

urban
industrial
monuments
nature

about the artist

Jasminas Gabrielius Braticius captures moments through the lens, born and raised in the picturesque landscapes of Lithuania, with Bosnian roots enriching his perspective. Based in London, UK, he weaves a visual tapestry that reflects the intersection of diverse cultural influences.

Beyond photography, Gabrielius nurtures a passion for painting and art restoration, exploring various facets of the creative realm. This multidimensional approach infuses their work with a unique blend of sensitivity and artistic depth.

Gabrielius has garnered notable recognition for his exceptional body of work, earning accolades and awards that underscore his artistic prowess. You can view .

“I shoot in monochrome because color lies. It flatters things that don't deserve it. Strip it away and you find out fast whether there's anything worth looking at.

The biggest influence on my work is Northern and Flemish Baroque painting, where everything that matters is lit. Some elements of expressionism infuse my photography as I aim to incite contemplation and challenge viewers to confront discomfort.

Each photograph is composed to convey specific emotions or sensations, sometimes even veering into the bombastic.

I'm not interested in pretty. I want the image to hit first and explain itself later. Or not at all.”

Gabrielius uses Canon 5DS R + Zeiss Otus 1.4/55 and Fujifilm GFX 50R + GF63mm F2.8 R WR cameras.