Showing posts with label Photography. Contest. Biennale Montréal 2011. Centre International d'Art Contemporain de Montréal.. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Photography. Contest. Biennale Montréal 2011. Centre International d'Art Contemporain de Montréal.. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Biennale Photo Contest Jitters

It's not that I consider myself to be of the ranks of visual artists or of world press photographers, but entering a contest is something any photographer that aspires to get better should do. Why? Well, because it's an editing exercise, it's a challenge and it's rewarding if you do get exposure - and who knows, maybe even a prize?

A friend of mine told me about the Biennale Photo Contest, which is free to all applicants. I figured I needed to get my act together sooner or later, after having been shooting for just over a year now.

So, the editing exercise begins. One photo must be submitted, respecting a theme, of course, along with a artistic process (short essay form). I never thought I'd say this of my own work, but... ONLY one?

I've found there are many photographs of mine that I feel proud of or strongly about. But part of me wonders if you can really summarize one's work by one photograph? I suppose so, seeing as careers were built on unique shots - as it's often the case with Press or Celebrity/Fashion photogs.

I will keep you posted as to my Biennale adventures!