Wayne Wilmoth
Altered States of Reality: An Exhibition of Analog and Digital Fine Art Photography
October 29 - November 19, 2010
Reception:
Thursday November 4, 2010 6-8 PM
Press Release
Florida-based photographer Wayne Wilmoth successfully introduces palpable dimension onto the otherwise compressed and level nature of photography. Wilmoth’s vivid landscapes draw attention to a variety of scenery across the continental United States as well as the Caribbean. He presents his landscape views on mounted panels that are set at varying heights in order to intensify the work’s sense of depth. In order to accomplish this, Wilmoth captures multiple views of a given scene and integrates all the individual photographs into the constructed installation. The installation itself is composed of picture panels mounted onto a backboard. In turn, Wilmoth hopes that the spectator will see the scene’s original depth, rather than that captured by the lens of his camera.
Having started on a small scale, Wilmoth’s landscapes have developed over time, expanding in size and subject. However, despite its large scale, the buoyant, “floating” quality of his work allows the spectator to feel at ease and take part in Wilmoth’s scenic views.
Artist Statement
As a professional photographer for more than two decades, I specialize in large format and digital photography. My interest in photography and love for landscape draws me constantly to state and national parks and other scenic areas throughout the US. I research my subjects extensively, sometimes making many trips to selected places waiting for just the right moment. My goal of “freezing a moment in time for others to enjoy” is at the heart of my travels. The three dimensional landscape is created using multiple pictures taken of a scene. I use individual picture panels mounted between acrylic and plastic and set at different heights, showing the depth of the original view and to form a beautiful floating scene on the wall. The entire artwork is portable, including a foldable backboard and picture panels that can be removed for hanging or shipping.
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