Category

Fine Art

Location

Royal College of Physicians

Gear

Nikon D850, 105mm Nikon macro lens, 85mm Sigma art lens (background), Elinchrom flash heads

Description

‘Unfamiliar’ is a collaboration between photographer Theo Deproost, physician associate Debbie Jegede and senior curator Lowri Jones, commissioned by the Royal College of Physicians. The images honour the historical significance of objects from the college's museum stores, whilst also transporting them to a realm beyond any specific time period; a new, undefined space for the viewer to study and re-interpret the items. Bringing together Theo Deproost's creative skill-set and Debbie Jegede's medical experience also highlights the efficacy of collaborations between the arts and sciences. The smoke-filled backgrounds that surround the objects are key to the visual identity of 'Unfamiliar'. Inspired by Debbie Jegede’s desire to focus on respiratory medicine, they represent both air-borne pollutants and medicinal inhalants. The dark, nebulous shapes disclose the potential health-risks associated with the chosen objects. The bold colours draw the eye and engage the attention of the viewer. On a deeper level, the rich, saturated tones evoke memories of objects, environments and experiences. The spectrum of light used to create each image is limited to two carefully selected colours, further influencing the viewer's perception of the subject-matter. The use of bold colour, surreal lighting and vivid detail is consistent with Theo Deproost's wider practice.

Photographer

Theo Deproost

Social Media

Instagram: theo_deproost

Website: www.theodeproost.com

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