
The Man in the Parking Lot - Surreal Noir Art by © Bob Orsillo - All Rights Reserved.

Timeless Romance - Surreal Noir Art by © Bob Orsillo - All Rights Reserved.

End of The Night - Surreal Noir Art by © Bob Orsillo - All Rights Reserved.

Last Stop Until the End of the Road - Surreal Noir Art by © Bob Orsillo - All Rights Reserved.

The Affair - Surreal Noir Art by © Bob Orsillo - All Rights Reserved.

Late Night TV - Surreal Noir Art by © Bob Orsillo - All Rights Reserved.

Last Stop Motel - Surreal Noir Art by © Bob Orsillo - All Rights Reserved.

Your TV is at the Midnight Door - Surreal Noir Art by © Bob Orsillo - All Rights Reserved.
Night at the Cheap Motel: A Surreal Journey by Bob Orsillo
Bob Orsillo's black and white images of "Night at the Cheap Motel" offer a captivating and haunting glimpse into a world that is both familiar and utterly surreal. These retro-style photographs, shot in the dead of night, capture the eerie beauty and loneliness of these often-overlooked establishments.
Orsillo's use of black and white photography is essential to the mood and atmosphere of these images. The absence of color adds a timeless quality, allowing the viewer to focus on the interplay of light and shadow, the textures of the motel's surfaces, and the stark contrast between the building and the surrounding darkness.
The motel itself becomes a character in Orsillo's photographs. Its peeling paint, broken windows, and neglected exterior create a sense of decay and abandonment. Yet, despite its dilapidated state, the motel also exudes a certain charm. The neon signs, the vintage signage, and the familiar architecture evoke a sense of nostalgia and a longing for a simpler time.
Orsillo's use of surreal elements adds a layer of mystery and intrigue to these photographs. Shadows take on strange and distorted shapes, objects appear out of place, and the overall atmosphere is one of dreamlike unreality. These surreal elements challenge our perception of reality and invite us to explore the depths of our own imaginations.
Despite their haunting and surreal qualities, Orsillo's photographs of "Night at the Cheap Motel" are also undeniably fun. The retro aesthetic, the playful composition, and the unexpected elements of the scene create a sense of lightheartedness and amusement. These photographs are a reminder that even the most mundane and overlooked places can be transformed into something extraordinary through the lens of a skilled photographer.
Orsillo's "Night at the Cheap Motel" series is a testament to the power of surreal photography to capture the beauty and mystery of the everyday world. These captivating and haunting images invite us to explore the depths of our own imaginations and to see the world in a new and unexpected light.