Discovering new ways to photograph still life is very important to me. I love to explore these new ideas in my studio environment. Playing with light sources, different objects, and angles, and just being creative often leads to new ideas and results. The true creativity behind the still life photograph comes out because of the freedom of not being criticized or prevented by the client.
For this image, I decided to focus on paper and the art of sculpting. I wanted to create something different and intriguing, that incorporated both elements of paper and light. With a little cutting, folding and bending you can turn a simple piece of paper into interesting shapes and artworks. Paper sculpting and the practice of folding paper began in Japan. Origami is the popular Japanese term for folding or sculpting paper.
Paper sculpting has fascinated me for some time. So I decided to use the skills I have developed to create the subject for this image. First, I cut and folded two sheets of paper. These pieces of paper were then assembled together. The brown base color swirls around and ends up with a narrow top, whilst the yellow paper carefully encloses
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Paper sculpture (Single)
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As a Still Life photographer, I have been creating art for as long as I can remember. By continuously pushing the envelope to capture rare, beautiful and emotionally driven images, I offer an authentic look into my clients’ lives. Drawing on my technical experience, industry knowledge and extensive understanding of different subject matter, I intertwine fine art with commercial appeal.
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