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You Have Beautiful Veins (Series)
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I'm one of the lucky ones. I contracted coronavirus but my symptoms were no more severe than flu. The seven-day self-isolation was a surreal experience – to be imprisoned within my own home - but it was also quite familiar because of the solitary nature of my work. It was also an opportunity for reflection and contemplation. Following a full recovery and an antibody test, I decided to donate my blood plasma. I’ve always had an irrational fear of needles so I was feeling quite anxious on the day. As I sat back, the nurse set me up and analysed my veins for the best one. “You have beautiful veins”, she said. That’s a first, I thought! Her warmth and compassion helped alleviate my anxiety. During lockdown, life slowed right down. I started to notice more within my immediate surroundings. On my many walks during the time, I also noticed a grove of Sweet Chestnut trees and the pronounced patterning on their trunks – its latticework geometry. My intention was to anthropomorphise the trees, focusing on their web of veins, and recreate the feelings that I experienced during self-isolation and the plasma donation; feelings of solitude, vulnerability and the unknown.
AUTHOR
Born in Barnstaple, Devon in 1977, I am now based in London and work on commercial assignments and fine art projects.
First introduced to photography at secondary school, I took the opportunity to explore through study, and soon discovered my interest in form, geometry, symmetry, and abstraction.
Towards the end of my photography degree at The Surrey Institute of Art and Design, I began assisting two architectural photographers, an experience which confirmed my desire to pursue architectural photography. In 2000, I began my career as a professional photographer.
Clients include advertising agencies, design companies, PR companies, artists, architects, interior designers, property developers, hotel groups and luxury brands.
My work is seen in publications, including; Architectural Digest, RIBA Journal and Wallpaper*. I have also been interviewed about my work by photography and architecture magazines and online platforms.
Awards include Best in Category in the AOP Photography Awards, Gold in Px3 and Silver in the Graphis Photography Annual. I have held exhibitions at a variety of galleries including Espace Dupon, Paris, The Association of Photographers Gallery, London and Anise Gallery, London.
My work is in private collections including most recently The Maybourne Hotel Group.
First introduced to photography at secondary school, I took the opportunity to explore through study, and soon discovered my interest in form, geometry, symmetry, and abstraction.
Towards the end of my photography degree at The Surrey Institute of Art and Design, I began assisting two architectural photographers, an experience which confirmed my desire to pursue architectural photography. In 2000, I began my career as a professional photographer.
Clients include advertising agencies, design companies, PR companies, artists, architects, interior designers, property developers, hotel groups and luxury brands.
My work is seen in publications, including; Architectural Digest, RIBA Journal and Wallpaper*. I have also been interviewed about my work by photography and architecture magazines and online platforms.
Awards include Best in Category in the AOP Photography Awards, Gold in Px3 and Silver in the Graphis Photography Annual. I have held exhibitions at a variety of galleries including Espace Dupon, Paris, The Association of Photographers Gallery, London and Anise Gallery, London.
My work is in private collections including most recently The Maybourne Hotel Group.
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