| Abstraction and romanticism are the driving
forces behind Chris Reynolds photography. While the objective
beauty of the subject and the technical quality of the
photograph are clearly a consideration when creating his
more abstract images, it is the emphasis on mood which
ultimately exposes the romanticism in his work as a whole.
A scientist by education, with degrees in zoology and
psychology, Chris began to explore photography as a
creative outlet during his career with The Nature Conservancy.
In 1995 he bought his first used camera and began the
long and continuous process of teaching himself photography.
Reading books and studying the works of photographers
he admired (Herb Ritts, George Hurrell, Bruce Weber,
and Nan Goldin) brought an appreciation for composition,
lighting, shadow, form and mood. After gaining greater
technical skill, he began to develop his own style,
much of it born from the dramatic "Hollywood"
style of the 1930's and 40's.
After a move to Washington, D.C. in 1996, Chris began
to exhibit his works in local cafes and earned exhibitions
in galleries in New York City, Los Angeles and Washington.
Most recently, his work has been featured in several
national and international magazines and seven photography
anthologies. Despite critical attention, he goes about
creating photos for his own satisfaction, and for the
personal joy of creating something beautiful. |
