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Fixation |
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Fixation, the directing and focusing of the eyes on a point, a preoccupation. The thoughts and images that arise in the middle of the night. Mental foreplay~ All of there themes and more are explored in this collection by artist James Scott Geras. ABSOLUTE FIXATION Controversial voyeuristic and playfully erotic, artist James Scott Geras has challenged the fine art photography conventions of the day emerging as one of the hottest artists of his generation. FIXATION, a series of photographic images designed to explore the uniqueness of individuality. When viewing the collection, the first thing that strikes you is the broad use of color Geras explains, "many people think that photos have to be stark, black and white images to be considered fine art. I wanted to show that art doesn't have to be somber. Art should only cause a response. It doesn't have to be serious all the time. It can be fun. The collection is divided into several concurring themes One series, dubbed collectively as the 'Diva' Collection, features the same model in various locales and situations, In one piece, titled 'Snack Time', the Diva is pictured having a regal lunch at her preferential table, which is supported by two women who happen to be naked and gold leafed In another, "Good Hair Day", The Diva is presented in a photographic journey. Through consecutive shots, the series pays homage to divas of the past and present, while there is genuine 21st century attitude in a piece titled 'Diva Lounging in Hell.' In 'Bad Hair Day', one can envision a young Audrey Hepburn on her way to Tiffanys. A more obvious question is where do the ideas come from? "Many times, ideas will just pop in my head," explains Geras "Sometimes it is a dream I've had or maybe a fantasy that I am willing to share. One shoot I thought of while sitting in a restaurant, for some reason, I started thinking of what would happen if a spacewoman landed outside the restaurant, that is exactly what the piece, titled 'Take Me to Your Leader,' is all about." The collection is printed in a limited edition of 10 with the first 3 sets only sold as a portfolio of all 15 images. |