THE NUDE FIGURE
It is no exaggeration to claim that the human figure, particularly its depiction as the nude, is the most explored genre in Western art. The human figure evokes a wide range of feelings, judgments, and responses. One person’s pride is another’s shame. In modern times the internet has contaminated the status of the nude figure as a respected photographic art form. There’s now a whole generation of people who equate the nude in photography with the nude in pornography and fail to understand the difference. Traditionally the nude has always conjured a battle of opinions between those who appreciate the tradition of the human figure in the visual arts with those who uphold the prudish view of the body as a subject of shame to be hidden. Sexuality is a divisive subject, and the human body sits at the centre of this discourse both celebrated and scorned, but always observed.
Model: Britainia Flower
THE PORTRAITS
Identity is somewhat of an enigma. ‘Who am I?’ is the simplest of questions, yet can it ever truly be known? Is the sense of self, the “I am,” a conceptual form that begins at birth or before? Perhaps better labeled as "I-density", it is the “I” that experiences itself in physical form. A boundless concept yet contained within a corporeal form qualified by the succession of moments that become the stories and struggles of a lifetime.
My interest in identity and the search for meaning have informed my portrait practice. Superficial portraits aimed at flattering the subject, though common in studio-based portraiture, have never been my primary focus. The soul of things has coloured my world view. The identity of the people I photograph, as well as my own, has become intertwined with the concept of the soul, if such a thing exists.
Many of the portraits display a quietness, which has led me to wonder: Is it them I am photographing, or is it me? I consider it more plausible that the portraits are a coming together. Not entirely representative of the subject, but also to some degree, a reflection of myself.
Graeme Wienand
Model: Will Killin
BOOKINGS
You can book a fine art photography session for yourself. Participation in this work is age limited. You must be over 18 years. Rather than a fixed fee there is a quiet agreement that by being photographed, you intend to acquire one or more artworks. This work is funded through portrait sales. Complete the following inquiries form. Session information including pricing will be sent to you by email. The studio is located is Lithgow, NSW.
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PEOPLE WHO HAVE APPEARED IN THIS SITE
Aisia Hamson, Alex Pychtin, Alex Siegers, Ally Moulis, Alyssa Quinlan, Asha Gillard, Ashley McHenry, Ben Gerrard, Benjamin Monger, Ben Stokes, Bevan Vickers, Bianca Wolf, Brenna, Britainia Flower, Caitlin Jill Hunter, Charlotte Westerlundh, Chloe Rosenburg, Craigh Pratt, Darko Kubatka, Emma Floreani, Fran Elmasri, Georgia Sanchez, Huntar Towers, Jasmin Louise, Jasmine Ghazi, Jayme Edwards, Jeff Hamilton, Katie Bostelaar, Lara Carpenter, Leonardo Selinas, Louise Herd, Luke Lamers, Marc Cottrell, Melissa Atkinson, Narelle Dunkley, Niamh Coppola, Nicole Clayton, Olivia Ambrose, Owen Taylor, Rachel Burges, Raphaelle Perigot, Rob Sutherland, Rosa Salvator, Sarah Vassallo, Seaton Kay-Smith, Simon Wheeler, Simone Thornett, Stephanie Micallef, Steve McGrath, Taku Rogers, Tony Burns, Vanessa Black, Will Killin, Zac Hennesy
Graeme Wienand Photo Artist - Lithgow NSW, Australia