Still Life Images - Pears and Other
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Exploring the allure of pears through photography has been a captivating journey for me. Their unique characteristics, resembling human forms, drew me into the realm of still life photography. One of my earliest pear images received recognition from the Black & White Spider Awards and has since become my signature logo.
In my pursuit of creating distinctive visuals, I aim to infuse my compositions with a sense of playfulness, mischief, fantasy, and sensuality. Central to this goal is the meticulous staging of my subjects. Departing from traditional depictions, I incorporate various props like water, sand, masks, and leaves to enhance the narrative. Before capturing the shot, I meticulously consider focus, lighting quality, and envision the final print in the darkroom.
To elevate the artistic impact, I leverage my darkroom expertise, employing techniques such as filters, dodging, and burning to imbue the images with a dynamic and sensual essence.
Jiving in the Raina triptych composition
To capture "Jiving in the Rain," I employed a creative technique using a single pair of pears for all dance positions within a single photoshoot. The rain effect was ingeniously crafted using a watering can. Lighting was meticulously set up with three strobes - two positioned in the front and the third at the rear facing upwards to accentuate the raindrops. The magic of the image came to life through a double exposure method. In the initial exposure, the rain appeared behind the pears, while in the subsequent exposure, it cascaded gracefully in front of the pears.
To narrate this captivating visual tale effectively, the three distinct images are elegantly arranged as a triptych, offering viewers a cohesive and immersive storytelling experience.
Awards and Recognition
- Can I Join In – Nominee, 11th Annual Black & White Spider Awards, Still Life, Professional.
- Falling for You – Nominee, 8th Annual Black & White Spider Awards, Still Life, Professional.
- Pear Affair #2 – Nominee, 5th Annual Black & White Spider Awards, Still Life, Professional.
