[NSFW] New Additions to the Mystic Collection

The Mystic Collection is evolving from figurative works into surreal creations that depict mythological female characters. Recent additions to the Mystic collection stretch the boundaries of photography further than anything I’ve done to date. I’m not just enhancing color and abstracting images to create a painterly effect. I’m creating an altered reality. Not only are the landscapes transformed into spiritual places but the figures are transformed into icons of feminine beauty.

Surreal worlds

Although inspired by Jerry Uelsmann, I do not create imaginary objects by combining multiple photographs the way he does. I conjure up imaginary worlds. These imaginary worlds would be better compared to Salvador Dali’s worlds where his subjects melt and concepts evade articulation. Symbols tell the story while color sets the mood. Feelings evolve from primordial senses.

Altered states, A parallel universe

The mystic worlds are parallel universes to the world we perceive. They coexist with our world but in a different dimension of time and space.

We are transported to a world that seems familiar but isn’t. Its places we’ve been but have never seen. Its things we’ve seen but could not touch.

Subconscious desires, Unquestionable beauty

Deep in the subconscious lies a burning desire, a seductive beauty, an erotic encounter, a frightening gesture

Mystical characters, Spiritual journeys

Travels that bring us to question the meaning of our existence

Stories to perplex the mind

Ask me not to articulate the meaning for the meaning is unspeakable. The story is in your mind. Can you tell it?

The Mystic Collection contains nudity and may not be appropriate for viewing at work. Three new pieces can be viewed using the links below:

• St. Andrews Muse (30×45)
• First Encounter at Kilchurn (24×30)
• Alexandria (25×25)

Contact me if you are interested in acquiring a limited edition print for your art collection.