Photography as a form of documentation:
I’m really inspired by photographers that make use of their living situation/social circles and subsequently use these subjects as a basis for their projects. Like the works of Cecil Beaton and Man Ray, Nan Goldin also captures the sitter’s energy in a really powerful way. The portraits feel very intimate and raw – often depicting scenes very typical of the time they were shot in. I think this more organic and relaxed style would be really fun to explore within my practice. Also the combination of typical portrait shots with different mediums such as collage or knitting could be interesting. What would this style of portraiture look like within a non-photographic medium?
“Nan Goldin: Until 27 October 2019 – Display at Tate Modern.” Tate Modern. Last modified May 2019.