Robin Maddock's III, published by Trolley Books in 2014, is a striking departure from the photographer's earlier documentary work. Using black-and-white photography, Maddock transforms ordinary urban spaces into enigmatic visual compositions through the repeated appearance of simple objects such as sheets of paper, ping-pong balls, and spilled milk.
Rather than documenting reality, III explores perception, chance, and visual ambiguity. Each photograph invites the viewer to pause and reconsider the familiar, creating a subtle dialogue between humour, abstraction, and everyday life. Carefully sequenced and elegantly designed, the book offers a contemplative reading experience where seemingly insignificant gestures acquire unexpected meaning.
III is a thoughtful and highly original photobook that demonstrates Robin Maddock's ability to reinvent his p