Robert “RT” Magnus Thompson

Graduate Diploma 24/25
Robert is seen wearing a somewhat crystalized suit with many hands adjusting the collar and tie. Robert’s face looks concerned.
A child holds a pistol towards the camera. His face resembles a state of indifference.
A child holds a pistol towards the camera. His face resembles a state of indifference.
A young child in a garden in Soweto plays with a toy pistol. Many of the children in the area are influenced by local rap artists who talk about gang affiliation. Soweto is one of the most fatal areas due to feuds between gangs as well as tribes. There is also a complete lack for total safety in such poverty, leaving people to attempt dangerous tasks, such as syphoning electricity, without any knowledge or training.
A man covers up his bullet proof vest across from Saint Patrick’s Cathedral on East 51st and Madison Avenue.
A man covers up his bullet proof vest across from Saint Patrick’s Cathedral on East 51st and Madison Avenue.
A man covers up his bullet proof vest across from Saint Patrick’s Cathedral on East 51st and Madison Avenue. An badge can be seen on the arm of the long sleeve shirt in the back seat.
Children gambling in a game of dice in the streets of the Alex township.
Children gambling in a game of dice in the streets of the Alex township.
Two boys are seen playing a game of dice (while two more watch) in a square in the Alex township. Just three miles from where these children gamble is the wealthiest square mile in all of Africa, known as Santon.
A girl misses while pouring a cup of vodka.
A girl misses while pouring a cup of vodka.
A symbolic homage to the experiences which we attempt, but may not succeed at.
A child holds a pistol towards the camera. His face resembles a state of indifference.
A man covers up his bullet proof vest across from Saint Patrick’s Cathedral on East 51st and Madison Avenue.
Children gambling in a game of dice in the streets of the Alex township.
A girl misses while pouring a cup of vodka.

About

RT (Born Robert Magnus Thompson) utilizes the visual arts as a space of societal reflection and philosophical analysis.
Coming from New York with a background in photo journalism, he shifted gears in 2021 to broaden his approach to the photographic arts.
Attending Florence university of the arts, Robert found himself making pictures in fashion, conceptual, street, and documentary fields. Between his photographic approaches is a commentary which arises centered around twenty first century allures. With a blend of formal and informal technique, Robert’s imagery sits between the aggressive nature of humanity as well as the sophistication of organic matter.

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