“ When an animal or insect is a part of a picture alongside a model , a photograph breathes and becomes more deep to me ,” Amaranth explained . Her use of live insects and animals , such as owls and iguanas , certainly brings shock value and an air of the untamed to otherwise traditional visual narratives .
The signature of Amaranth ’ s style is notable in her gentle use of lighting , and morose shades of grey or faded teal as the backdrop . The subjects of her portraiture tend to be adolescent girls or young women , pale with dark hair and clothing , posed limply in postures that convey a sense of insouciance or calm acceptance .
“ The best shots ever are always full of mysteries ,” asserted Amaranth , whose visual narratives make curious the viewer ;