Light Forms explore the mystery of transformation from inanimate organic matter to life. Translucent organic gels are persuaded by various physical manipulations to convert from amorphous liquid into abstract, three-dimensional, solid organic forms resembling living organisms. The images are created using a novel technique based on spectacular visual effects displayed by translucent organic gels subjected to deformations and photographed in a polarized light. The technique combines elements of photography, biochemistry and material science.
In my photography, I utilize my science background to explore and visualize overpowering forces that compel the natural world to develop life from the amorphous organic matter. To create my otherworldly images of emerging life I sculpt miniature, life-like forms from soft, solidified, color-tinted organic gels, subject them to deformations and capture in the cross-polarized light. Because some gels have photoelastic properties, or abilities to show material stress in the cross-polarized light, the resulting images glow with light and vivid colors, like life forms made out of light.
