honorable mention
Paul Carruthers united kingdomPhoto © Paul Carruthers
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Cheddar Gorge - Horseshoe Bend
I went to the gorge on the advice of a friend but when I got there it was so dark I decided to go back down the hill to my car to fetch my torch. I started light painting evenly across the gorge as I did this cars started stopping and asking what I was up to. I explained I was trying to light paint the gorge and capture light trails from the cars, so they started going up and down the gorge in their cars for me.
Then suddenly the two mountain climbers turned up and started scaling up the side of the gorge, I didn't even know that you could mountain climb in the dark.
We had a conversation over the gorge to see if it was ok if I could still use the torch. I did not want to blind them.
All of a sudden the stars came out to top it off.
With a keen eye for composition and a deep understanding of the power of timing, I immerse myself in the rhythm of the streets, constantly scanning my surroundings for compelling scenes. I embrace the chaos and unpredictability of the urban environment, using it as a backdrop to tell stories and provoke questions about our shared human experience.
I employ a similar visual language to create images that are dynamic, gritty, and evocative. I am drawn to the interplay of light and shadow, the juxtaposition of shapes and lines, and the layers of visual information that weave together to form a compelling narrative. Through careful framing and precise timing, I aim to distill the essence of a scene into a single frame, capturing the essence of a moment that might otherwise be lost to time.
My approach to street photography is one of immersion. I become an observer, watching the crowd while keenly aware of the stories unfolding around me. I seek to capture the candid gestures, fleeting expressions, and decisive moments that reveal the nuances of human interaction and emotion. In doing so, I aim to shed light on the often-overlooked aspects of our urban existence, exposing the beauty and complexity that lies beneath the surface.
That all sounds well and good but all I really do is wander for miles with a camera with the images of Winogrand, Leiter and Eisenstaedt on my shoulder.
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entry description
Horseshoe Bend - Cheddar Gorge. This amazing place was once voted one of the seven wonders of Britain. You can see why, just standing there watching cars fly past and mountain climbers ( Adam Hill and Peter Belfield) going up the side of the gorge was a sight to behold.I went to the gorge on the advice of a friend but when I got there it was so dark I decided to go back down the hill to my car to fetch my torch. I started light painting evenly across the gorge as I did this cars started stopping and asking what I was up to. I explained I was trying to light paint the gorge and capture light trails from the cars, so they started going up and down the gorge in their cars for me.
Then suddenly the two mountain climbers turned up and started scaling up the side of the gorge, I didn't even know that you could mountain climb in the dark.
We had a conversation over the gorge to see if it was ok if I could still use the torch. I did not want to blind them.
All of a sudden the stars came out to top it off.
about the photographer
Influenced by the remarkable vision and distinct style of Gary Winogrand, my artistic practice seeks to capture the essence of candid moments in the urban landscape. Like Winogrand, I am fascinated by the raw energy and complexity of everyday life, and through my lens, I aim to freeze these fleeting moments in time, revealing the hidden narratives and human connections that often go unnoticed.With a keen eye for composition and a deep understanding of the power of timing, I immerse myself in the rhythm of the streets, constantly scanning my surroundings for compelling scenes. I embrace the chaos and unpredictability of the urban environment, using it as a backdrop to tell stories and provoke questions about our shared human experience.
I employ a similar visual language to create images that are dynamic, gritty, and evocative. I am drawn to the interplay of light and shadow, the juxtaposition of shapes and lines, and the layers of visual information that weave together to form a compelling narrative. Through careful framing and precise timing, I aim to distill the essence of a scene into a single frame, capturing the essence of a moment that might otherwise be lost to time.
My approach to street photography is one of immersion. I become an observer, watching the crowd while keenly aware of the stories unfolding around me. I seek to capture the candid gestures, fleeting expressions, and decisive moments that reveal the nuances of human interaction and emotion. In doing so, I aim to shed light on the often-overlooked aspects of our urban existence, exposing the beauty and complexity that lies beneath the surface.
That all sounds well and good but all I really do is wander for miles with a camera with the images of Winogrand, Leiter and Eisenstaedt on my shoulder.
back to gallery