Limited Edition Print - The Penitent - No 1 of 5.
Figurative Study: The Penitent.
Selling No 1 of 5.
Price: US$700
"The Penitent" is a profound exercise in tonal depth and emotional weight. Unlike the high-contrast "rim lighting" seen in previous studies, this piece utilizes a much more subdued, moody lighting scheme that allows the subject to emerge slowly from a pitch-black environment. The choice of a kneeling, folded pose creates a tight, angular composition that evokes a sense of introspection and quiet vulnerability.
By keeping the highlights muted and the mid-tones rich, the photograph emphasizes the physicality of the pose—the tension in the arm, the grip on the ankle, and the downward cast of the head. The lack of harsh light softens the skin’s texture, giving the figure an almost marble-like quality that feels timeless and classical. It is an evocative work that prioritizes atmosphere and internal narrative over literal anatomical detail.
This photo has not won any awards, but has been exhibited in an Exhibition in Sydney in November 2025.
Printed on highly archival and museum grade Hahnemuehle Photo Rag 308, the print will last for generations. Limited Edition prints are sold unframed With a Certificate of Authenticity. Size is 16 x 20 inches (40 x 50cm) with other sizes available.
Strict Limited Edition of 5 plus two artist proofs (not available) and one Studio Proof (never to be sold and used for exhibitions).
Artist Biography.
Roger Dietrich is an Australian contemporary fine art photographer celebrated for his powerful command of black-and-white tonality and narrative lighting. Based in Regional NSW, his work focuses primarily on the human form, often employing dramatic natural and soft artificial light to explore themes of isolation, inner conflict, and transcendence.
His signature style—marked by minimalist compositions—transforms the figure into a sculptural, timeless symbol. Roger's works have been exhibited in Australia, including in galleries in Sydney and could potentially be held in notable private collections across Europe, North America and around the world.