Conceptual nominee

The In Dreams series plays with film and musical references adding layers of intangible meaning to the scene. The artificially lit room represents 21st-century ideals and failures. We can be whatever we want to be if we work hard enough and dream big enough, unrealistic expectations are encouraged. Dissatisfied with reality we hope, dream and pray for a better future. In an increasingly individualistic society, we can only blame ourselves when failure ensues and the stars are not reached, but we are only surrounded by clouds.

It was whilst studying photography at the University of Wolverhampton in the UK that Gary found his passion for conceptual photography. His work draws on personal experience and his natural inquisitiveness in human behavior.
He constructs (often building sets in his studio) a series of work from a concept, or he will see images in everyday life that speaks volumes to him. Whichever method of construction he uses, he intends the images to be multi-layered and engage the viewer thoughtfully and aesthetically. His work is vibrant, beautiful and seductive, with a vein of humor that runs through its body, just as life should be, yet life is not always a bed of roses and Gary’s work often breaks down the façade to reveal…