Light is the essence of everything we see. It sculpts our interpretation of all we view. But not all light is equal. My Photo Luminism series introduces an elusive side of light that the human eye cannot perceive on its own - a dimension where light is the source but where it also becomes the form.
Photo Luminism is the technique I've devised for manufacturing these complex abstractions. It involves manipulation of camera, settings and lens, whilst the sensor is exposed to meticulously crafted static ‘lightscapes' with the intention of recreating as closely as possible a preconceived vision. The resulting photographs, which are literally plucked from the ether, demonstrate the illusion of solid form, movement, depth, highlight and shadow, all derived from a simple two dimensional source.
I have chosen to print on three mediums: brushed aluminum for its ability to make the images luminesce and add depth while showing incredible color saturation and exhibiting unparalleled longevity and durability; fine art paper for its ability to create deep velvet blacks and warm crisp colors; glass for accentuating every aspect of the images I create by allowing light to travel through those areas I choose to keep transparent.
"Folded Floral" is unique as it is mixed media. I have added two layers of resin and a transparency, all over an original dye sub print on brushed aluminum for yet another totally different look and effect.
“Passage”
“Sea Cuc”
“Playful”
“Veil Over Manhattan”
“Folded Floral”
“Encounters 2”
“Courting”
