One Eye Two Worlds
Ted Chin
Be free – The imagination of the uncommon dreams lies behind this photograph.
P
hotography is the best theory that allows
diverse ways to look at things and capture
them. Basically, it is the idea of a machine
that can freeze a moment in time forever.
Well, there is an old saying, the better the
click the more it speaks, photography has
the capability of archiving the memories
and experiences and rendering imagination
in tangible form. A Photograph is framed
and exposed as a memento that represents
the best moment in a given atmosphere or
situation. Two important things to keep in
mind for photography are the accuracy and
precision of image.
The concept of photography manipulation
emerges with a perspective of ‘real isn’t
enough’. It is the application of image editing
techniques in order to enhance it, to apply
artistic effects to it and providing a wonderful
experience to the viewer.
“A photograph is a secret about a secret. The more
it tells you the less you know.”
—Diane Arbus
One of the most renowned photograph
manipulator, Ted Chin says that he feels that
since he can't write well so he creates images
instead. Being a talented photographer, digital
artist and filmmaker, currently based in San
Francisco, California, he talks about creating
the most believable world of dreams and to
have the ability to turn impossible thoughts
into realistic photos.
He combines photography and modern
technology to portray his imagination and
beliefs. His work implies that everything is
possible if we put effort into it. He can make a
unicorn walk freely in the middle of the forest
or show up at a sturdy house standing only on
a single trunk. His thoughtful combination of
various components makes every picture look
realistic and his area of expertise includes
conventional photography and lighting and
application of digital technology.
If the natural scenes he captures are a
permanent canvas, the alterations he makes
on them represent his ephemeral emotions;
he says “I’m trying to push my images into
the surreal.” One look at his photographs and
it’s easy to see that mission is accomplished.
Ted is working towards a lifetime project-
“Ted's Little Dream” which is about a young
man, whose fantasy to explore the world
drives him. His works seems to be influenced
by a fantasy world, dreams and adventures
travelling to faraway lands. He has been
successful in developing masterpieces
through the combination of surreal scenes
and imaginative worlds.