Project Brief:
The challenge was clear – create a conceptual character portrait, employing a studio lighting setup or simulating it creatively.
Artistic Vision:
In response, a powerful narrative unfolded through the lens – a portrayal of motherhood, where light and darkness converge. Utilizing a stark, dark background, the images spotlight a mother and her son in a state of vulnerability, naked yet profound.
In response, a powerful narrative unfolded through the lens – a portrayal of motherhood, where light and darkness converge. Utilizing a stark, dark background, the images spotlight a mother and her son in a state of vulnerability, naked yet profound.
Conceptual Framework:
Embedded in this visual narrative is the artist statement: "Motherhood is a time in the life of a woman when darkness is taking over for a while." The dark background serves as a canvas for the transformational energy that engulfs a woman during this profound journey. It's a visual exploration of the unknown, emerging into the light, ready to be revealed, accepted, and born anew.
Embedded in this visual narrative is the artist statement: "Motherhood is a time in the life of a woman when darkness is taking over for a while." The dark background serves as a canvas for the transformational energy that engulfs a woman during this profound journey. It's a visual exploration of the unknown, emerging into the light, ready to be revealed, accepted, and born anew.
Photographic Expression:
The close-up portrait delves into the intricate details of this transformation. The mother's expression speaks volumes – a blend of happiness, sadness, and beauty. Every emotion is etched on the canvas of her face, capturing the complexities of this moment in time.
The close-up portrait delves into the intricate details of this transformation. The mother's expression speaks volumes – a blend of happiness, sadness, and beauty. Every emotion is etched on the canvas of her face, capturing the complexities of this moment in time.
In contrast, the zoomed-out photograph broadens the scope, revealing the intimate connection between mother and son. It's a visual narrative of shared emotions and the symbiotic dance between light and darkness.
Wholeness in Contrast:
Darkness and light, intertwined in every frame, create a sense of wholeness. The project goes beyond a conventional portrayal of motherhood, diving into the depths of the emotional spectrum that accompanies this transformative phase.
Darkness and light, intertwined in every frame, create a sense of wholeness. The project goes beyond a conventional portrayal of motherhood, diving into the depths of the emotional spectrum that accompanies this transformative phase.
