Simon Mark’s work has to be read in conjunction with the dictionary definition of Abstract Photography.
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.
However, they lack that essential ingredient of any genre of photography, especially a tech-heavy one like Abstract – the ‘Wow’ factor.
In fact, one may be forgiven to assume these to be samples of ‘Industrial Photography,’ and not ‘Abstract,’ on the first look and impression.
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.
New Zealander Simon Mark’s works meet all the above essential criteria.
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.
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.
However, they lack that essential ingredient of any genre of photography, especially a tech-heavy one like Abstract – the ‘Wow’ factor.
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.
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.
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.
In fact, one may be forgiven to assume these to be samples of ‘Industrial Photography,’ and not ‘Abstract,’ on the first look and impression.
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.
Simon, whose qualifications include a postgraduate diploma in fine arts, majoring in photography, will be present along with renowned art curator Yashodhara Dalmia.
Both will lead a chat on Simon’s work and this genus of photography.
Simon, whose qualifications include a postgraduate diploma in fine arts, majoring in photography, will be present along with renowned art curator Yashodhara Dalmia.
Both will lead a chat on Simon’s work and this genus of photography.
Exhibitions of foreign-based artists like Simon can kindle interest in a genre seldom explored by Indian photographers.
It may be relatively new and difficult to grasp at first, but can produce
It may be relatively new and difficult to grasp at first, but can produce
exceptional visual treats, when mastered.
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