Seascape nominee

Jacks Place is a series of images that bring into reality Craig’s ability to manipulate the landscape as a result of camera technique.
Each location has its own idiosyncrasies and is a synthesis of elements derived from a variety of photographs to create Craig's vision.
“My camera techniques are intuitive to the environment. Being at one with the landscape allows me to surrender to its unique charm’

Australian photographer Craig Newell’s work is a fusion between two creative pursuits, the economical reality of commercial photography and the artists fascination with dreamlike imagery. Craig’s unconventional approach to his dreamlike imagery has led to the creation of a series of photographs that question the traditional. Craig’s influences are varied from Fred Williams, J.M.W.Turner, Sidney Nolan and Arthur Boyd, the one thing they all have in common is they are painters - not photographers.
“When l can create a photo that replicates the emotion of a painting then l know l am on the path of some thing personally satisfying."
His ability to see and manipulate the landscape as a result of camera technique, transcends his surroundings and brings with it majestic imagery that emulates his influences.