Photographer Sarah Schonfeld's "All you can feel" image series uses an unlikely medium to create its effervescent compositions.
The photographer "squeezed drops of various legal and illegal liquid drug mixtures onto negative film which had already been exposed" to create these visually striking art works that resemble natural mineral forms.
With each added drop, Sarah Schonfeld's film was altered and transformed into something unexpected. Much like their effect on this film material, these drugs are known to have harmful effects on humans, often leading to dependencies and addiction. Substances captured by the artist include speed, MDMA, ketamine, valium, opium and heroin. Once finished, the compositions were enlarged on immaculate canvases that measure up to 160 by 200 cm in size.
Striking Illegal Substance Photography
Sarah Schonfeld Creates Drug-Based Color Compositions
Trend Themes
1. Drug-based Art - Opportunities for artists and galleries to explore creating art using unique and unconventional mediums, while also sparking conversations about the impact of drugs on society.
2. Harm Reduction Approaches - Potential for harm reduction organizations and healthcare professionals to leverage creative approaches to educate on the risks associated with drug use.
3. Alternative Therapy Methods - Potential for therapists and mental health professionals to explore the use of art and creative expression as alternative therapy methods for individuals struggling with addiction or substance use disorders.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Galleries - Museums and galleries who want to showcase unconventional art and push the boundaries of what is considered art.
2. Harm Reduction and Healthcare - Organizations that focus on harm reduction and healthcare professionals who work with individuals struggling with addiction or substance use disorders.
3. Mental Health and Therapy - Therapists and mental health professionals who want to explore alternative therapy methods and incorporate art into their practice.