During a tour of Europe in 1992, Stolberg became inspired by the beauty of France—the country; the language; the culture; the people. Upon his return he became a student at the Alliance Française and in 1996 launched his first series of original black and white photography entitled Jours de Paris (Paris Days) at a black-tie gala to benefit the Alliance.
Stolberg's photographs capture the textural beauty of classic 19th century Paris sculpture and architecture while remaining very much in the present, fresh and contemporary. His experience in both graphic design and décor has established a strong sense of composition in his work, and a diverse visual vocabulary. Whether expressing urban landscapes in strong shadow to create a bold quality reminiscent of antique architectural prints, or capturing the translucent, ethereal qualities of water lilies at Claude Monet's home in Giverny, Stolberg is able to create work that both excites and calms the senses.
Satisfying his passion for all things French, Stolberg also launched his collection of French inspired home furnishings across Canada under the StorminTheBastille.com label. His work as a designer and fine art photographer has been profiled both locally and internationally in print and television.
Today Jeffrey Stolberg works tirelessly in the fight against AIDS by uniting his local arts and design community for an annual city-wide event in support of research and outreach, design education and mentorship.
