Fine Art Photography
Black and white landscapes, cities and architecture, shaped by French cinema, film noir and the elegance of charcoal drawing.
"It's about finding something interesting in an ordinary place… I've found it has little to do with the things you see and everything to do with the way you see them."
— Elliott Erwitt
Marshall Vernet's artistic journey is a captivating fusion of his profound appreciation for French cinema and early European black and white aesthetics. His photographic work is a testament to his deep-seated passion, which has seamlessly woven the rich tapestry of these influences into his visual storytelling.
Vernet's mastery of black and white photography exudes an enigmatic vigor that effortlessly marries the elegance of charcoal drawings with the timeless allure of classic film noir. Each photograph becomes a canvas of emotions, where shadows and light dance in an intricate symphony, drawing the viewer into narratives that are both haunting and beguiling.
Beyond the lens, Vernet's explorations have taken him across the globe, leading him to uncover picturesque vistas and cinematic locales that have graced the silver screen. His collaborative spirit shone brightly as he partnered closely with acclaimed director Tony Scott, offering his keen insights as a location consultant for iconic films such as "Déjà Vu," starring Denzel Washington, the electrifying "The Fan," featuring Robert De Niro and Wesley Snipes, the gripping "Enemy of the State," with luminaries Will Smith and Gene Hackman, and the dynamic "Domino," starring Keira Knightley and Mickey Rourke.
Drawing from a decade of experience as a commercial director, Vernet has channeled his multifaceted background into a mesmerizing collection of black and white photographs that straddle the realms of classic photographic artistry and the contemporary realm of digital aesthetics. With a foot firmly planted in the rich soil of timeless imagery and the other gracefully stepping into the modern era of technological artistry, Vernet's creations stand as evocative bridges between worlds, inviting viewers to embark on journeys of introspection and fascination.
“Each photograph is built as a narrative space, where light, emptiness, and architecture become emotional forces as much as visual ones.”
Nicoletta Biglietti, Exibart · 8 May 2026
Vernet Incontra Piranesi · Antonacci Lapiccirella Fine Art, Rome · 14 May – 5 June 2026
Recent Exhibitions
2026
Antonacci Lapiccirella Fine Art Gallery
Rome, Italy
2025
Marv Museum
Gradara, Italy
2025
Tivioli
Gstaad, Switzerland
2024
Galerie XII
Los Angeles, USA
2023
Borgeaud Gallery
Saanen, Switzerland
Art Fairs
2022
Art International Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland · with Casagalleria
2021
WOPART Fair
Lugano, Switzerland · with Casagalleria
2021
Milan Image Art Fair
Milan, Italy · with Casagalleria
2019
Photo Basel
Basel, Switzerland · with Galeria Spazio Farini 6
Prize Winner Milan Image Art Fair
18 exhibitions · 15 art fairs · since 2014
Exhibitions
2026
Antonacci Lapiccirella Fine Art Gallery Solo
2025
Marv Museum Group
Tivioli Group
2024
Galerie XII Group
2023
Borgeaud Gallery Solo
2022
Eye-V Gallery Group
Casagalleria Solo
2019
Kunst in Szene
2018
Galeria Spazio Farini 6 Group
Nicolette Rusconi Art Project
2017
Sarteano Castle Two-artist
Nicolette Rusconi Art Project
Alson Gallery Solo
Antonacci Lapiccirella Fine Art Gallery Solo
2016
Tournemine Gallery Group
2014
Tournemine Gallery Group
Samasi Gallery Solo
Gallery Art et Miss Group
Art Fairs
2022
Art International Zurich
2021
WOPART Fair
Milan Image Art Fair
2019
WOPART Fair
Photo Basel
2018
Foto Fever
Art Elysées
WOPART Fair
Milan Image Art Fair
2016
Art Paris
2015
Photo LA
Fotoforever
Art Elysées
Milan Image Art Fair
2014
Milan Image Art Fair
Prize Winner Milan Image Art Fair
All editions are strictly limited. Each work is printed to the highest archival standards and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Enquiries from galleries, institutions, and private collectors are welcomed.