Reds by Job Piston, a photographer living and working in Brooklyn, New York, is a photo series that employs a very unorthodox treatment. According to the artist, the striking images were "made by pressing light-sensitive darkroom paper to the surface of a glowing laptop screen, then, dipping the pixels into a chemical bath." The results are hazy red images steeped in provocativeness and intimacy.
Currently on display at the California Museum of Photography, Reds by Job Piston explores alternate ways to embrace the medium of photography, which engages its audience in new ways. Piston elaborates, "All the images in 'Reds' are staged for the public, but there’s very little left of the person’s identity there. We’re quite literally looking at a fossil of the computer screen."
What's Driving This Trend
- Alternative Photography Techniques
- Exploring unorthodox photo treatments can disrupt traditional photography methods and offer unique artistic expressions.
- Engaging Audiences in New Ways
- Finding innovative ways to captivate viewers through photography can create immersive experiences and increase audience interest.
- Blurring Boundaries Between Art and Technology
- Integrating technology into the artistic process can lead to transformative creations that challenge traditional notions of art.
Who This Affects Most
- Photography
- Adopting alternative photo treatments can open up new opportunities for photographers to push boundaries and stand out in a saturated industry.
- Art Exhibitions and Galleries
- Incorporating unconventional photography techniques in art exhibits can attract visitors, foster dialogue, and enhance artistic experiences.
- Technology and Computing
- Collaborating with artists to explore the intersection of technology and art can lead to disruptive innovations that redefine the boundaries of both industries.
