‘The Abecadarium Collection’
‘The Abecadarium Collection’ is an incomplete collection of works
based upon high end fashion photography and abstract art. An
Abecedarium is an inscription consisting of the letters of an alphabet,
almost always listed in order” (A- Z). The collection started after I
created the letter “B” composition for a fashion magazine. I was
aiming to create something that was unique but reflected the same
euphoric quality that the model displayed on her own, which was
subtly bold yet elegant. The final composition fit so well into the
magazine that I was compelled to sort of change the direction of
fashion advertisements, which all have lost their “edge”.
When I’m matching images to letters I really just go with my feelings, If
a letter complements an image well then I’ll use it. I started off wanting
to change what is perceived as fashion; fashion is like an abstract art
form and I wanted to convey that feeling through my work along with
a subtle feeling of ascension. I don’t work on the compositions in any
particular order if I see an image I like I’ll start working on it. So far I
have 12 “finished” compositions so I’m about halfway finished with the
collection.
When most people look at an image they just see a person but I see
much more. If you could see a person’s aura, feelings or thoughts
emanating from them, what do you think that would look like?
For example the “Elder God” (Letter D) When I first saw the raw image
the model had a calm, powerful, confident, solid vibe. It felt like he
was above everything earthly in that moment, I wanted to capture that
feeling of being above everything. I hope my art helps people to see
past the materialistic world and look deeper into themselves, others
and the world as a whole. The world is a beautiful place if you can
“see” it. – TYNELL MARCELLINE