The skin of garlic is paper-thin and very delicate. The texture and lines add to the elegant composition of this simple delicious kitchen staple. Garlic is a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, chive, and Chinese onion.
The view of this photograph is at a birds view angle. This gives the viewer the feeling that they are looking directly above the garlic skin.
The atmosphere of this contemporary garlic skin art is that of an observer looking down onto the garlic.
Macro photography allows me to get close and intimate with my subject matter. It shows the beauty easily overlooked due to our busy lifestyles. My artwork gives the viewer a sense of calm, peace, and relaxation. A reprieve from daily stresses.
As a photographer who comes from the days of film, I do minimal post-processing. Much like I did in the traditional darkroom. I want the viewer to feel like they are right there where my photograph was taken. Creating a visual escape.
Iris Richardson is an artist who is truly gifted and brings a unique blend of skills to her work. With her background in culinary arts, she pursued her passion for photography and later added painting and sculpture to her repertoire. What sets her apart from other artists is her.. Read more…