Amanda Charchian

Amanda Charchian, Idle Hour II

How did you develop this series?

This print shop is a culmination of 12 years of work. It features three series.  "Pheromone Hotbox" which was completed as a book in 2016.  It is a study of the female body in natural landscapes through the relationship of photographer and subject.  The series "Mono" are black and white prints that painted exploring the idea of environmental intimacy. And there is also a series called "7 Types of Love" that examines the various psychological states of love.

Amanda Charchian, Idle Hour III

Describe your creative process in one word?

Intuitive

Amanda Charchian, Lera at Getty

What inspires you to pursue image-making?

People I meet, light, landscapes, buildings and usually a combination of these things. 

Amanda Charchian, Pheromone Hotbox

What was the last book you read or film you saw that inspired you?

I have been reading a biography of Dora Maar.

What advice would you give to people just starting out in photography?

Shoot film first to learn to trust your eye. 

What is your favorite thing (podcast, album, audio book...etc.) to listen to?

The soundtrack to the film "Ascenseur pour l'échafaud"

How do you take your coffee?

With cream.

Amanda Charchian, Nora in Las Pozas from Pheromone Hotbox

Here is the link for Amanda’s print shop!