Portfolio’s
The following portfolios represent an insight to some of Chris’ work. They have been categorized in broad strokes to exemplify the major styles of Chris’ photographic expression.
In today’s era of technological change, Chris emphasizes that the main tool of his craft is his camera and lens, and that all his images are composed and created with those two tools. He does not use AI or software to alter original compositions. Post-production is limited to colour balance and contrast.
Representational images are single exposures that reveal special moments in time; often highlighted by exceptional lighting or dramatic action. They usually capture the essence of place, person, bird, animal , or time. These images are expressed in traditional ways of photographic capture, yet they require considerable artistic and technical knowledge.
According to research, this style of photography is enjoyed mostly by those who enjoy looking at ‘something’; a portrait of a person or landscape, something that reflects reality and has a clear narrative. They usually prefer familiarity rather than ambiguity; images that mirror their values, culture, and experiences.
Multiple Perspective Photography refers to a style of image-making which Chris developed in 2016, the evolution of which came about while seeking the path to a new vision for his work.
Multiple Perspective photographs introduce new ways to perceive reality by combining several exposures, from different perspectives, of one or more subjects, along with any kind of camera movement. By combining these in any combination, photographers can create unlimited imaginary worlds.
This portfolio also includes Impressionist and Expressionist styles of photographic expression.
Abstract images are completely non-representational and they do not represent recognizable objects or scenes. They have little or no context. They are based on visual design elements with no context or surface characteristics as the appear to the naked eye.
According to research, lovers of abstract art enjoy experimentalism, novelty, and the unpredictable. They enjoy NOT having all the answers. They have no need to recognize the familiar, or anything that mirrors their culture, their values, or their experiences in life. They enjoy ambiguity, they enjoy figuring out the mystery, and they enjoy being open minded with a freedom to interpret abstract art in their own way.
As Chris moves along his continuum of expression, from Representational to Abstract, his images become more ambiguous and mysterious. They speak more to creative imagination than the imitation of reality.
