The Percivals 2026

About the Artwork

This portrait of Timothy Henry builds on my decadelong work with handmade large-format camera obscurae, crafted from discarded materials. These sculptural instruments produce dreamlike images that question our relationship to consumption and the environment. This has been expanded to allow the sitter to write their own narrative directly onto the projected image inside the camera, fusing a single image and testimony into a visceral, unmediated photograph.

The work contrasts dominant notions of success, often defined by visibility, status, or wealth, with the quiet resilience required to navigate life’s challenges beyond public recognition.

Timothy was chosen for his clarity in articulating these daily struggles and lived experiences, and for the deliberate ethical decisions that shape his daily life. His presence embodies the unseen perseverance and meaningful achievements that this project seeks to honour.

About the Artist

Orlando Luminere is a Sydney-based visual artist with over 40 years’ experience across traditional and digital photography. Trained in ecology, photography, and education, his work explores intersections of environment, consumerism, and personal narrative in an age of materialism and social media.

Orlando’s practice began with By the Light of the Night, a series of moonlit Canberra cityscapes, and has since encompassed freelance advertising photography, education. Career highlights include four solo shows (with a fifth upcoming this year) and seven group exhibitions, recognition in 14 art awards, publications and two creative residencies.