22 November 2008

in consideration: Erwin Olaf photos

An emptiness exists in the backdrop of Erwin Olaf's photos- which I feel  centralizes his subjects with elements of conflict and intricate details.  Olaf mixes studio photography with photojournalism- a technique which developed into his signature style after beginning as a black and white print photographer.



Olaf began to manipulate digital images in the late 1990's. He continued to develop his style with video and filming projects which gained recognition in children's television and short documentary focused industries.



the gym.



 The Dutch photographer's work offers a shifty feel in his Nostalgia series (sampled above).  The pop art takes a gander at humanity with a wacky edge and fantastic light. These pieces were featured in a 2006 Paris show with Ray Caesar and Sas Christian at Galerie Magda Danysz.  Earlier this year, Olaf was featured in a solo show at the gallery. The artist focus aims to depict a simplistic life. In the process, the composure turned a bit bizarre and somewhat nostalgic- thus the theme was derived.



 

1 comment:

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Here is a message sent to all the directors of Red Eyes2.

Dear director,
I am about to link you somehow into the story...nothing negative....this story will continue to unfold as long as you desire:
I think its more proper for you to choose who you would like to be rather than me forcing a label on you and also let me know what your limits are i.e. what you wouldn't like etc
The following characters have been taken:
1. michelle obama's niece
2. Michelle’s personal assistant
3. The psychologist
4. the light
5. the musician
6. the jazz pianist
7. the musician from argentinia
8. the mermaid
9. the jelly fish
10. jumpy the little frog
11. thom of the red rabbits
12. the biochemist
13. girl without shoes
14. the poet
15. former art school girl
16. rebecca the priestess
17. the german actress
18. the safety comissioner
19. the unnamed artist
20. the flying cat
21. barack obama

I need to rename the blogs under the title directors blogs..

Please let me know who you would like to be?

Hope to hear from you soon.

Best wishes