Julia Clark
@ Julia Clark. From series “Light Subjects.”
Writing and photos by Julia Clark
Inspired by light as a subject, Julia Clark’s photographic practice comprises of images being either crowded or simple with the use of textures and layers, - the interplay of light being the focal point. Although not constricting to one photo medium Julia uses Medium Format, Large Format, 35mm and Iphone’s to capture her impulsive yet instinctive, and intuitive images. Julia is an Australian photographer currently residing in New York where she works as a photographer and producer. Her light subjects turn the mundane into the sublime, sometimes capturing self-portraits intertwined with abstraction, ambiguity and vibrance.
@ Julia Clark. From series “Light Subjects.”
A light subject is the visual manifestation of the relationship between light and space. It is the moment that occurs when light touches a physical object and the ‘object’ that the light itself creates. The light becomes a body of its own when it interacts with the environment. Light creates abstraction, reflection, refraction, depth, shadow and, when the camera is obscured, it projects confusion.
@ Julia Clark. From series “Light Subjects.”
“I have always captured a visual collection of subjects showcasing their existence in the physical world and the interactions they have with other objects. I cannot explain why or what it is about the things I see that I have a desire and need to capture, but I just do. When I’m walking around whether with friends, my partner or on my own and I see something that captures my eye I stop everything I am doing, I stop everything that everyone else is doing and I create a freeze in time and capture this image I cannot help to unsee.”
@ Julia Clark. From series “Light Subjects.”
“The photos are either crowded or simple, have layers, textures and use the interplay of light, colour and texture with form, composition, framing and perspective. They look and feel almost accidental, like the camera has misfired, yet on closer inspection the composition is carefully arranged to frame my subjects. Chaos is framed within electric architectural elements. The relationships between light and shadow weave narratives that run as deep as the relationships between people and the environment they inhabit.”
@ Julia Clark. From series “Light Subjects.”
To learn more, visit Julia Clark’s website or instagram @_julia_clark_
