The photo that you took with your camera is the imagination you want to create with reality.
Scott Lorenzo
The photo that you took with your camera is the imagination you want to create with reality.
Scott Lorenzo
John Graham is a highly regarded Australian artist and cartoonist, known for his expressive and evocative works that span a variety of subjects. From landscapes to animals and the human figure, his art often reflects a deep emotional resonance and a mastery of form. Over his three-decade-long career, Graham has exhibited widely, including notable showcases at Deakin University and Yering Station Gallery. His exceptional talent has earned him recognition as a finalist in prestigious competitions like the Waterhouse Natural History Art Prize and the Maritime Art Prize, cementing his reputation as a significant contributor to contemporary Australian art.
His works are held in private and public collections, reflecting his broad appeal and artistic depth. His ability to navigate different mediums while maintaining a strong narrative voice highlights his dedication to capturing the human experience in all its complexity.
Recently, I had the rare privilege of photographing John Graham in the intimate setting of my lounge room as he created semi-erotic sketches. Watching him work up close was both mesmerizing and revealing—his hand moving deliberately, his focus unwavering as he casually sketched a willfully playful and sexy model. Through my lens, I captured the quiet intensity of his process and the deeply personal nature of his artistry, adding a new layer of appreciation to his already profound body of work.
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