Photography, alchemy,
and a bit of mess.
Each layer builds, each stroke shifts, transforming an image into an experience.
Each piece starts with a photographic image whether it’s a landscape, studio composition, or cityscape. Sometimes a single image stands alone, and other times, I combine multiple images or fragments to form a new whole. My photographic style has evolved over time, shaped by ongoing experimentation in both capturing and printing techniques. The printing process is as crucial as the initial shot—it can make or break the piece. Crafting the final work by hand adds a tactile element, blending the essence of photography with modern analogue printmaking to create something truly unique.
Fragments, instinct, and imperfection. The work grows shifts and settles
into something more than seen.
While I enjoy texture, some images shine as straightforward prints on smooth, archival matte, silk, or gloss paper, while others stand out when printed on brushed aluminium. However, much of my work truly comes to life when printed on handmade cotton-based paper. Each sheet of this paper is crafted by hand, with textures that vary from one to the next, giving every creation its own unique character.
I carefully treat the large handmade cotton sheets of paper with emulsions and textures to enhance the final result. This approach ensures that each piece is truly one of a kind, seamlessly blending the image with the chosen materials to create both visual depth and a rich tactile experience.
It takes about three days to build and treat a single sheet of paper, layer by layer, for printing. Once prepared, it is sent to a high-end printer, altered to handle uneven, heavy, and thick paper. The final piece is then printed using archival-grade pigment ink. All the many layers that make up the final piece are acid-free. If needed, the piece is retouched and finally varnished to protect it from the elements before being framed or mounted.
With every layer added, time and intention weave together, crafting depth that slowly unveils the story beneath the surface.
