As an analog photographic artist, my work has evolved into narrative photography, where I use traditional film and alternative photographic printing techniques to craft compelling visual stories. My creative process is deeply hands-on, and I control every step from conception to the final print, ensuring that each detail aligns with my vision.
It all begins in my journal, where I sketch ideas and map out the story that will guide the photoshoot. In the studio, I collaborate with models, using improvisation to bring the narrative to life. As the concept develops, I select landscapes or cityscapes that will serve as the backdrop, blending instinct with intention to shape each scene. Armed with my film camera and a clear sense of mood, I immerse myself in the environment, capturing moments that bridge reality and imagination.
After shooting, I hand-develop the film and scan the images to begin assembling a surreal montage. Carefully layering landscapes and characters, I construct the visual narrative with precision. The final image is brought to life using traditional silver gelatin printing, merging the tangible and the dreamlike.
This process is both time intensive and costly, but it grants me unmatched creative freedom. By combining traditional photographic methods with digital refinement, I create singular images that exist between reality and fantasy, each one a meticulously crafted story.
A New Portfolio in Progress
The four preview samples at the top of this page offer a first look at a brand new body of large-scale composite work currently in development. While the full collection isn't ready to view just yet, these pieces showcase the direction this new narrative is taking. Subscribe to follow my darkroom process and be the first to know when the full portfolio officially launches.