Colour Study Series

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Photographer

Paul Gravett
Jury Top 5 Selection

Shana Nys Dambrot A charming alchemy of materials and effects, so tethered to physical components but so ethereal and balanced in effect.
Date of Photograph

2022
Technical Info

ICM, DoF, layering, multiple exposure, manipulation
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Website

https://paulgravettphotography.com

Each Colour Study originates with photographs of papers and films, layered three to five deep on a stack of glass shelves. With the camera positioned directly above, each layer is photographed in focus as the others fall outside of the field of focus. The images are layered and blended to create abstractions that reference contemporary art, including pointillism, colour fields, opaque and transparent layers, collage, and textures. The experimental technique remains true to the original photographs as nothing is added or subtracted in the process.

Biography

Based in Vancouver, Canada, I explore the captivating realm of abstract photography. My work blends traditional techniques with contemporary innovation, layering colour, light, and texture to create evocative compositions. Each piece pushes boundaries, offering viewers a fresh and unexpected perspective. My images evoke personal emotional and spiritual responses through vibrant colours and intricate textures. I strive to highlight beauty in its purest form that inspires, challenges, and uplifts while inviting viewers to discover the wonders of expressive abstraction.
Awards

Paul Gravett's contributions to the field of photography have been recognized with numerous international awards, including the Budapest International Foto Awards (Gold and 1st Place), Tokyo International Foto Awards (Gold), Minimalist Photography Awards (Second Place), London International Creative (finalist), PX3 Prix de la Photographie Paris (honourable mention), International Photography Awards, International Color Award, and Close Up Photography of the Year (second place, manmade category). Gravett has exhibited his work extensively, with notable solo exhibitions at the A Smith Gallery in Texas and various galleries throughout British Columbia. He has participated in numerous group exhibitions in Sweden, Italy, Spain, Scotland, Australia, Mexico, the United States, France, and Canada.