I discovered Elizaveta through a post that Photojojo (only the most awesome site ever) made on Tumblr the other day, her work really grabbed my attention and has stayed in the back of my mind since. One series in particular I really enjoyed, her Light Project series. Another one that caught my eye was her Gold Project. I think you all can guess why I enjoy the Light Project if you've seen my previous work. I really like light, and I really enjoy trying to find interesting ways it is used/or how I can use it to really create an interesting picture. To the basics.
Porodina was born in Moscow and on her website she says "in her photography, she shows us Glam Rock and fairy worlds, interprets fashion with an often sexual aesthetic which is shaped by her psychological knowledge and full of hidden emotion.
She prefers to work with natural light-a preference which has emerged from the initial lack of equipment and the will to capture the "right moment". Her photography is never just fashion, it also shows a "below" which attracts us as the visible piece of skin of the perfect, mask-like make-up of a geisha."
I really like that she works with natural light, something I can agree with. I don't like to complicate my work with artificial light and all sorts of extra equipment, so to find someone else who likes the idea of natural light and uses it to her advantage is really wonderful.
On her inspiration: "My inspiration comes from my environment. Winter nights in a big city, books, facial expressions and attitudes of my friends, tiny unique moments between me and this other irreplaceable person, other works of art, memories about growing up, music, music, music."
"Becoming obsessed with photography is the best way to elevate the level. When you are obsessed with something, it is the middle of your existence,the most important thing. You start thinking all the time about it and your mind searches for inspirations and expressions constantly like a hunting dog. You start practicing all the time – not because someone says it is necessary, but because you need it like air to breathe. So – a constant obsession would be my advice."
Cites:
"Inspired Talks: Elizaveta Porodina - A Photographer Who Brings Dreams to Life."Inspired Magazine. Web. 16 Oct. 2011. <http://www.inspiredm.com/elizaveta-porodina/>.
Images from Artist's site.
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