New York photographer Freddy Fabris isn’t afraid of a good challenge. With over 16 years of experience crafting captivating imagery—both commercially and conceptually—he’s turned his lens to the hallowed halls of art history. Having a painterly past, Fabris has long harbored a desire to honor the masters—Rembrandt, Da Vinci, and Michelangelo—through the magic of photography. However, simply replicating their masterpieces wouldn’t suffice. He craved a conceptual twist, a way to breathe new life into these iconic works.

nter a dusty Midwestern machine shop. This industrial grit, a stark contrast to the Renaissance workshops of yore, became the unlikely muse for Fabris’ series. Amidst the grease and grime, inspiration sparked. He chose iconic works like Philippe de Champaigne’s “The Last Supper” and Michelangelo’s “The Creation of Adam” as his springboard, later expanding the series with Rembrandt-inspired portraits.

The result is a captivating interplay between the old and the new. Fabris meticulously composes his scenes, arranging his subjects—not biblical figures, but everyday mechanics—with an artist’s eye. Light, a photographer’s weapon of choice, becomes a tool to imbue each scene with a sense of drama and depth.

Fabris’ “Renaissance Remix” isn’t just a copy; it’s a conversation. He challenges us to view these familiar paintings through a fresh lens, inviting contemplation of the universality of human experience across time and space. The mechanics, bathed in the golden hues of the machine shop, serve as stand-ins for biblical figures, playfully reminding us that the essence of these narratives transcends their historical context.

With meticulous attention to detail, masterful use of light, and unexpected recontextualization, Fabris elevates his “Renaissance Remix” from mere homage to a thought-provoking exploration of art’s enduring power. His work invites viewers to engage with both the past and the present, revealing the timeless nature of human stories.