At this point I would like to return to my other great interest – photography. It offers a welcome alternative to painting, which at this stage of the semester is taking over somewhat, in view of the degree show’s rapid approach. Nevertheless, I would really like to show some of my latest photographs in the show alongside the Dwelling Fusion project.
I find the work of Martin Parr very interesting in the way his work documents life so powerfully through the lens. His photobook format works to great effect. This is something I particularly enjoyed when putting together my catalogue in level 5.
I like to go out and about with my camera, particularly in unfamiliar locations. This is especially exciting when overseas. My recent travels offered welcome opportunity to indulge my eye for snapping my own angle on the world around. The relaxed pace when exploring new places seems to offer a fresh inspiration to take intriguing shots that one misses in the hustle and bustle of daily life.
For images resulting from my journeys I think this offers the viewer something of a contemplative experience, a chance to step back from the world, and see things from a new perspective. It allows time to contemplate and reflect in a therapeutic moment.
