Bio
Paul Gravett is recognized for imagery that blurs the boundary between photography and fine art. His "Colour Studies" series, which embraces unpredictability, is particularly celebrated for pushing the limits of what is possible with the photographic medium.
Gravett’s images has been recognized with numerous international awards, including recent honours from the Budapest International Foto Awards, Close Up Photographer of the Year international competition, International Photography Awards, LensCulture, and Tokyo International Foto Awards. Recent exhibitions include Czong Institute for Contemporary Art (Korea), Dama Gallery (Ventura, CA), House of Lucie (Budapest, Hungary), PH21 Gallery (Budapest, Hungary), Art Gallery Studios (Mexico City), Langley Arts Council (solo exhibition), and the Galerie la Grande Vitrine (Arles, France). Images have also been seen in Sweden, Italy, Scotland, and Australia.
Artist Statement
The Colour Studies series marries traditional macro photography techniques with innovative layering and blending. This approach highlights nuanced details of surface, colour, and texture, creating unexpected and captivating images. The resulting works, with their distinctive and instantly recognizable style, blur the line between photography and fine art.
By embracing unpredictability, the Colour Studies push the boundaries of photographic possibilities. They celebrate patterns, hues, and textures that are often unfamiliar in traditional photography, inviting viewers to appreciate the intricate interplay of colour, light, and texture. These experimental images transform our perceptions and spark the imagination, showcasing the potential of the photographic medium.
