Christopher Thomas

Christopher Thomas' work has graced the pages of renowned magazines, including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Süddeutsche Zeitung Magazin, Geo, Stern, and Merian. Thomas employs Polaroid film and long exposure techniques to create his artworks.

Biography of Christopher Thomas

Born in 1961 in Munich, Germany, Christopher Thomas developed a passion for capturing the beauty of the world around him. He honed his skills and expertise at the prestigious Bayerische Staatslehranstalt für Photographie.

During the dynamic era of the 1990s, Christopher Thomas worked as a photographer for aid organizations such as Nepra e.V. and DAHW (German Leprosy and Tuberculosis Relief Organization), undertaking numerous trips to Nepal, India, and Ethiopia. His profound photographic endeavors during these trips garnered prestigious recognition, including the esteemed World Press Award and the Epica Award in 1995. 

From 2012 to 2016, Christopher Thomas accompanied an international group of female plastic surgeons on their travels to India and Bangladesh, meticulously documenting their inspiring work.

One of Christopher Thomas's notable works is the series "Munich Elegies." Published in 2005 by Schirmer/Mosel Verlag, this captivating collection of photographs showcases Thomas's profound connection to his hometown, Munich. In 2009, he unveiled a new series titled "New York Sleeps," solidifying his reputation as a masterful cityscape photographer.

In 2010, Christopher Thomas embarked on a captivating photographic project, capturing amateur actors and actresses during rehearsals for the Passion Play in Oberammergau. The result was a remarkable series of fifty-six portraits. These images, reminiscent of the masterpieces created by Old Masters, beautifully evoke the spirit and profound significance of the Passion Play.

Christopher Thomas's Series "New York Sleeps"

In 2009, Christopher Thomas forged his distinctive style of city portraiture, unveiling a captivating and atmospheric body of work that transports viewers to a world seemingly devoid of human presence. These evocative photos could remind us of photographs from the 19th century when the photographic image was not fast enough to capture the quickening pace of human activity. 

Series "Bittersweet"

The captivating series "Bittersweet" was created by Christopher Thomas over nearly a decade from the 2000s to 2020. Within this compelling collection, Thomas takes viewers on a visual exploration of various locations worldwide, offering a diverse range of subjects to contemplate.

From a discovered bar in Galveston, Texas, to an abandoned fairground ride standing as a silent witness near the Chornobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine, these photographs evoke a profound sense of nostalgia and contemplation.

Artistic Achievements and Recognition

The artistic prowess of Christopher Thomas has garnered global recognition. His works have been showcased in prestigious photo galleries, renowned trade fairs, and esteemed collections. 

Notable collections that proudly display Christopher Thomas's work include the François Pinault Collection, which encompasses a diverse range of contemporary art from around the globe. Thomas's photographs have also found a home in the esteemed Nicola Erni Collection, the Sir Elton John Photo Collection, the Art Collection of the German Bundestag, and many others.