Not As It Seems

This current fine art photographic series is titled, "Not As It Seems.”  A series testing assumptions and encouraging contemplation.  What do you see?  Are you sure? We are living in an age when jumping to conclusions has become sport.  We’re quick.  We’re decisive.  Are we right?  Fake news has become an art form.  It’s everywhere.  How can we be so quick and so decisive in our conclusions when so much of what surrounds us is made up?  None of these pieces is what it first seems, the end result rarely being a representation of materials used.  Not only is there alchemy through the process, but hopefully of audience perspective as well.  The series as a whole provides us a challenge, an opportunity to question our own beliefs and judgements. How quickly am I convinced of what I see?  What are the data points that support this?  Are they credible?  I hope you will take the time to test yourself… test your assumptions, and hopefully enjoy the exploration.  What do you see?

In order to create each piece, I first draft out an idea for a scene or a mood that I want to achieve as the end result. From there, I build a physical, albeit mini, theatrical set and then submerge that set in water and freeze it to the desired 'ripeness.' Once removed from the mold, I use strobes and spotlights to light it for dramatic effect and mood. Lastly, I photograph the entire sculpture with a macro lens as quickly as I can before it disappears.  I am fascinated with how water freezes. It can be manipulated by introducing different objects, textures, and materials. Even the rate of cooling can add another layer of intrigue. I hope you find it as interesting as I do!

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