Photograms

 "A photogram is a photographic image made without a camera by placing objects directly onto the surface of a light-sensitive material such as photographic paperand then exposing it to light. The usual result is a negative shadow image that shows variations in tone that depends upon the transparency of the objects used. Areas of the paper that have received no light appear white; those exposed through transparent or semi-transparent objects appear grey" - WIkipedia

Here are some photograms I had done today. It was an interesting and fun experience to say the least :)
Hope you enjoy

Collaboration

"Selkies (also known as silkies or selchies) are mythological creatures found in Faroese, Icelandic, Irish, and Scottish folklore. The word derives from earlier Scots selich, (fromOld English seolh meaning seal). Selkies are said to live as seals in the sea but shed their skin to become human on land. The legend apparently originated on the Orkney andShetland Islands." - says Wikipedia.

I had done a collaboration with some fellow photographers: Alex Clemmer, Zackery Hobler, Hayley Stewart. It was based on the Selkie myth. We all shot and edited together as a grand team.

Exploration

I havent updated in a while but here are some mini series I did in the last little while. Throughout the summer I was busy working and sadly was not able to pick up my camera much but, I am back into the flow of things, so hope you enjoy.

Portfolio

Hey guys, I have been super busy and this is a giant update.
I have finished my portfolio series.

You can view it on my new website here:
www.aaronbatey.com

Here is my Artist Statement:

My first thoughts on developing this series were quite simple. I wanted to create a beautiful portrait series. The thought of having a message or an under laying theme, at the time, kept me from going forth. In frustration, I had just decided to take photographs and see where it took me. After a minimal amount of photographs, my body of work started to generate its own similarities and moods.

I had shot these environmental portraits in locations with strong geometric features to reflect on the evolvement of technology and our environment. I am also commenting on the emotions separation creates within us because of how evolution has shaped society. Throughout the series I had stayed consistent with uniform compositions, this being having the person smaller in the frame. The inspiration behind this was the ironic views of social networking. They keep people together by separating them.

This series of portraits expands and challenges my emotional relationship between the people I meet and the places I see. I continue to ripen my personality and my own views on society’s advancements. The world is slowly being taken over by technology, I am attempting to understand my choice to embrace it or just minimal amounts of it. 

And on a side note, this is a random guy i saw in the hallways and i took a photo of him. Enjoy.

Joey Abdilla

The other day, I took a photo of Joey Abdilla. He is one of my friends from high school that will spend hours playing video games and watching anime with me. Last weekend it was his birthday! Happy birthday, happy birthday, happy birthday to Joey! It was great spending the weekend with him since sometimes I get too busy to visit my friends in other cities. It is very worth while to let go and relax with old friends. On that note, keep on rocking in the free world. Cheers!

Emma RT. Griffin

A little shoot I did of my good friend Emma Griffin. Twas a nice day for a walk down lakeshore. The fog over the lake is amazing. I think I can truly say I love the fog. If everyday was fog I think I would be 90 perecent happier...well maybe. We would see. Anyways have a beautiful day!

Nicolle Colada

Here is a little shot I did of my girlfriend in the backyard one day. The lighting was so nice coming through the trees, I just couldn't help myself. I have been sick the last little while, so I haven't been on top of uploading photos, but I am starting to feel good which is good. The bugs going around, so if your unfortunately sick I hope you feel better. Good health to all and to all a good night.