Sebastian Weiss Captures the Souls of Buildings in “Dramatis Personae”

Sebastian Weiss is a familiar face here on the grid, and it’s easy to see why. His incredible ability to turn buildings into poetic statements never fails to captivate us. One series that perfectly represents this is Dramatis Personae, where he applies his minimalist approach to architectural photography to spotlight amazing structures from around the world. From Spain to China, Denmark to Finland, Sebastian travels far and wide to capture these architectural marvels, treating them less like static objects and more like performers on the public stage.

The term “Dramatis Personae” usually refers to the characters or actors in a story, and that’s exactly how Sebastian portrays these buildings. By getting up close and stripping away distractions, he brings out the personality of each structure, emphasizing their form, texture and presence. The series showcases works by legendary architects like Ricardo Bofill, Santiago Calatrava and Tadao Ando, among others.

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