I create vintage inspired film photography to show my stance on what I believe in. LGBTQ rights, body positivity, and mental health.
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My favorite art to create is my black and white vintage inspired 35mm film photography. To celebrate all walks of life in a hauntingly romantic vibe. Incorporating antiques into my photography to show beauty behind imperfections, fragility, and decay. My work gives me the confidence and connection needed to make it in this difficult and challenging world. It brings heaviness to your heart but softness on your eyes. I strive for my work to provide folks a safe place to feel seen and adored.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration by studying and admiring photographers from the Victorian era-1930s and other modern photographers as well. Vintage inspired boudoir is my absolute passion. I feel very inspired by film techniques in camera or in the dark room. Such as double exposures or long exposures. Some of my favorite artists are as follows: EJ Bellocq, Brassai, Francesca Woodman, Germaine Krull, and Brittany Markert to name just a few. I’d like to thank all my inspirations for their influences on me.
What would you do with $25,000?I would pay off some debt, this money would also give me the funds for copays and out of pocket expenses for medical care for my well being. I would also like to create my own dark room, visit other states/ countries to create work and connect with like-minded folks, and purchase a more reliable car.
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