<div>Simon Mark’s work has to be read in conjunction with the dictionary definition of Abstract Photography. <br /><div><br />A part of an object/situation captured in the camera in such a way that the whole is not easily perceivable; the shape, texture and colours of an entity highlighted in a manner that no one would have seen it like that before; and yet, it’s an image that would capture your mind’s eye: this is Abstract Photography for the uninitiated and yet, interested.<br /><br /></div><div>New Zealander Simon Mark’s works meet all the above essential criteria. <br /><br />His photographs - mostly shot on the campus of Massey University (NZ), his current workplace – have an element of the ‘inexplicable,’ make ample use of ‘lines’ and ‘colours,’ and would beg a second look of wonder and bemusement.</div><div><br />However, they lack that essential ingredient of any genre of photography, especially a tech-heavy one like Abstract – the ‘Wow’ factor.<br /><br /></div><div>A jungle of overhead cameras in a TV studio, couple of gears and wires in what looks like a possible physics lab and broken furniture covered by a cloth – these photographs are difficult to be described as anything but random. <br /><br />Simon’s photographs seem to be missing the finesse that can be found in a host of ‘abstract pictures’ that pop up on a simple Google search.</div><div><br />In fact, one may be forgiven to assume these to be samples of ‘Industrial Photography,’ and not ‘Abstract,’ on the first look and impression. <br /><br /></div><div>Nevertheless, Metrolife recommends a visit to the Art Heritage Gallery, Triveni Kala Sangam in Mandi House, where 16 of Simon’s works are going to be on display from today onwards. <br /><br />Simon, whose qualifications include a postgraduate diploma in fine arts, majoring in photography, will be present along with renowned art curator Yashodhara Dalmia. <br /><br />Both will lead a chat on Simon’s work and this genus of photography.<br /><br /></div><div>Exhibitions of foreign-based artists like Simon can kindle interest in a genre seldom explored by Indian photographers. <br /><br />It may be relatively new and difficult to grasp at first, but can produce </div><div>exceptional visual treats, when mastered.<br /><br /></div></div>
<div>Simon Mark’s work has to be read in conjunction with the dictionary definition of Abstract Photography. <br /><div><br />A part of an object/situation captured in the camera in such a way that the whole is not easily perceivable; the shape, texture and colours of an entity highlighted in a manner that no one would have seen it like that before; and yet, it’s an image that would capture your mind’s eye: this is Abstract Photography for the uninitiated and yet, interested.<br /><br /></div><div>New Zealander Simon Mark’s works meet all the above essential criteria. <br /><br />His photographs - mostly shot on the campus of Massey University (NZ), his current workplace – have an element of the ‘inexplicable,’ make ample use of ‘lines’ and ‘colours,’ and would beg a second look of wonder and bemusement.</div><div><br />However, they lack that essential ingredient of any genre of photography, especially a tech-heavy one like Abstract – the ‘Wow’ factor.<br /><br /></div><div>A jungle of overhead cameras in a TV studio, couple of gears and wires in what looks like a possible physics lab and broken furniture covered by a cloth – these photographs are difficult to be described as anything but random. <br /><br />Simon’s photographs seem to be missing the finesse that can be found in a host of ‘abstract pictures’ that pop up on a simple Google search.</div><div><br />In fact, one may be forgiven to assume these to be samples of ‘Industrial Photography,’ and not ‘Abstract,’ on the first look and impression. <br /><br /></div><div>Nevertheless, Metrolife recommends a visit to the Art Heritage Gallery, Triveni Kala Sangam in Mandi House, where 16 of Simon’s works are going to be on display from today onwards. <br /><br />Simon, whose qualifications include a postgraduate diploma in fine arts, majoring in photography, will be present along with renowned art curator Yashodhara Dalmia. <br /><br />Both will lead a chat on Simon’s work and this genus of photography.<br /><br /></div><div>Exhibitions of foreign-based artists like Simon can kindle interest in a genre seldom explored by Indian photographers. <br /><br />It may be relatively new and difficult to grasp at first, but can produce </div><div>exceptional visual treats, when mastered.<br /><br /></div></div>
