Photographer Natalie Cheung discusses her cameraless approach to capturing light
Begin your experience with 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, presented by the one and only Rob Lee. Today we have Natalie Cheung, a distinguished photographer and artist with an MFA in Photography from Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia and a BFA in Photography from the Corcoran College of Art + Design in Washington, DC. Her remarkable work has garnered national and international recognition, earning her the esteemed 2022 DC Arts & Humanities Fellowship and placement in prestigious collections such as the Museum of Fine Art, Houston, and the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. Currently a faculty member at George Washington University and a former instructor at Corcoran College of Art + Design and Temple University, Tyler School of Art, Natalie is acclaimed for her innovative approach to capturing light and creating cameraless photography. She melds physical and captured realities, crafting images that resonate with emotions and fleeting moments. Natalie's profound work has graced solo and group exhibitions, showcasing her dedication to pushing the boundaries of traditional photography.Within this segment, we dig into:Natalie's photographic evolution, which ignited by the captivating album art of the Pixies' "Doolittle."Dive into the podcast episode as Natalie recounts her photographic odyssey from traditional camera use to the innovative realm of cameraless photography.Unveil the artistry behind Natalie's process-driven approach, delving into the podcast's exploration of chance operations that yield unforeseen and distinctive outcomes.Join the podcast's exploration of Natalie's philosophy, which focuses on encapsulating the essence and sentiment of moments, transcending mere documentation.Immerse yourself in the upcoming podcast episode's discussion of Natalie's solo exhibition, "Made of Light," where multiple artistic narratives converge to explore interconnected themes.Natalie discusses her unique approach to capturing light and creating cameraless photography. Natalie shares her journey from being a piano prodigy to discovering her passion for photography. She explains how her work explores the push and pull between physical reality and captured reality, creating images that evoke emotion and a sense of fleeting moments. Natalie also talks about her upcoming solo exhibition, "Made of Light," at Morton Fine Art in Washington, DC.🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧
Guest