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Spraygraphic Interview with Photographer Kristen Wright
By Spraygraphic | April 25, 2008
Spraygraphic’s Chuck b. interviews photographer Kristen Wright about her touring the country as a photographer, her taste in models, and her latest exhibition.
Spraygraphic Interview with Kristen Wright
SG: Please tell us about yourself?
KW: I am a photographer. I like sandwiches, beer and zombie movies.
SG: Where do you currently live and work?
KW: Right now, (March) I’m on tour with No Use for a Name , NOFX , American Steel and The Flatliners .. I’m in Houston on right now as a part of the US leg. Then we’re off to Europe, New Zealand and Australia in April. You know, just livin the dream.
SG: What mediums do you work with?
KW: I shoot film, with a camera.
SG: What kind of equipment do you use?
KW: Mostly a hassleblad .. but I have been shooting a lot with this metallic gold holga . I put a gold chain on it. It’s so tacky, I love it.
SG: Describe your working process when creating a new work.
KW: Don’t really have one.. in the best circumstances I get inspired by someone or something, and I get an image in my head. If I can duplicate that, I’m doing well.
SG: What kind of things do you do when you get blocked or find it hard to create something?
KW: Move.
SG: Where are you currently finding your inspiration?
KW: The road, the incredible people I’m meeting along the way.
SG: Can you tell us a little about your show, International Exit?
KW: It’s a collection of images from my time living abroad. It’s a lot different than my other works.. a lot of photojournalistic stuff, which is completely new to me. It was so easy to find inspiration there, it made it impossible not to grow a lot as a photographer and a person. This show is a collection of thirteen 40" gallery wrapped canvas giclee prints. It’s currently showing at Switchblade Salon .
SG: What do you look for when you are picking models to work with? Is it a physical feature? Personality? Photogenic? etc…
KW: It’s all about inspiration for me. My favorite models are people that interest me.. usually normal people not technically "models". Personality is key. I look for something deeper than the industry standards of "good model". I guess it’s just a feeling I get when I see someone.
SG: Where has your work been seen?
KW: Most recently, I shot the march issue of JAVA with some incredibly talented people. The models were airbrushed… The shoot turned out so beautifully vibrant and sexy.
SG: What is your dream art assignment?
KW: One with an unlimited budget.
SG: What is your favorite color?
KW: Right now it’s teal. I also enjoy orange.
SG: Who is your favorite artist? And Why?
KW: I take my inspiration from things close to me. My dad shot a bunch of slides when I was little. They still amaze me. He
doesn’t think they’re half as amazing as I do.. and that completely blows my mind. I think the best artists don’t even realize that’s what they are.
SG: What book/magazine are you reading this week?
KW: I’m a whore for gossip mags.
SG: Ever do a self portrait? Where is it now?
KW: I shoot one every once in awhile. I know exactly what I want, so a lot of the time the best model is myself. I shot a self portrait every day I lived in Prague, maybe I’ll show it someday.
SG: Where is your favorite place to hang out?
KW: Anywhere my friends are.
SG: Any final words of advice?
KW: Wipe front to back, travel, and never forget about your friends.
You can also check out Kristen her Spraygraphic profile page
Topics: Artist Interviews, Phoenix Art Scene, Photography, Women Art |
