Conceptual: 3rd Place Winner 2023 (professional)
ENTRY DESCRIPTION
This image is called Aphonic, meaning silent or without a voice.
I'm connected with all my pieces on an emotional level and this one in particular is deeper than the other ones. This is my first piece that I have conceptualized and it really comes from a deep personal part of who I am and who I want to become.
Aphonic is based around the idea of showing the beauty of mother nature while highlighting the problems plastic and trash have created and how we are slowly destroying our environment.
I chose to work with designer Candi Gordon, a recent SCAD graduate, whose focus in the fashion industry is sustainability. When we first collaborated I knew that she was the right designer for this project. As you can see, the Aphonic custom dresses are the result of unbelievable hands-on tailoring. The dresses are made out of recycled plastics, fishing string, hook leaders, and other items.
The idea was to show the beauty of the model without being too obvious with loose plastic and other trash. We wanted the plastics to be subtle, just like environmental concerns can sometimes be, while on a beautiful model and we achieved it.
AUTHOR
I am Chandler Williams, owner of Modus Photography in Grayton Beach, Florida.
Photography has introduced me to many amazing people and it has been a form of communication for me for over 20 years. It is now a privilege to present my photography as fine art.
My fine art collection has pushed me to think and ultimately create differently. I want my collectors to know that there has been zero compromise.
My portfolio, experience, and reputation are complimented with the finest camera equipment available, allowing me to compete with any other fine art photographer on the planet. Through decades of printing, I’ve partnered with global leaders in the industry to maximize each piece in every way possible.
As an art collector, I want you to know that my limited fine art photography will compliment your portfolio. I have curated a recipe that endorses and elevates photography as a fine art.
I am a husband, father, entrepreneur, surfer, traveler, and seasoned and vetted photographer, motivated by natural landscapes, indigenous cultures and genuine humans.
Aloha Nui Loa
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