Craig Monroe

Statement

A native of Saint Simons Island, Georgia, I realized, at a young age, the power of natural light. Huge oak trees surrounded our house, casting shadows and light. In contrast, two blocks away at the beach the light was unfiltered. As a result, I became acutely aware of the beauty, depth, and drama that natural light possesses.

When I was fifteen, my father lost his sight, and he passed away four years later. This loss was life-changing, and stirred a deep sense of urgency in me for experiencing life and all things visual. I turned to photography as my creative outlet. Since then, I’ve been an avid student, immersing myself in books, workshops, seminars, competitions, and art shows. My focus is to print a photograph as natural and true as the moment it was captured. In this way, the most believable images are created: timeless black and white portraits. My methods are very straightforward with the emphasis on natural light, film, and a sturdy tripod. Premium fiber-based papers printed in a traditional wet darkroom offer the archival and aesthetic qualities that complete my vision.

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