There’ s something magical to that.
How do you feel about your photography being used for commerical purposes and why? And do you feel that paying for art takes something from the creative Process? It is rather strange. I think every artist would like to say they were“ above” utilizing their art for a commercial“ product”..... I was one of them at one point. I think this is partly because the term“ commercialized” gives the impression of art that has been stripped of its integrity and turned into a factory-pressed, trendy, superficial piece of nonsense meant to brainwash the masses..... and most of the time this is true, haha. However, I will always stand for the opposite of that impression, and so, will seize any wonderful opportunity to marry my art to a commercial application. That being said, any artist who creates a piece of heartfelt art for a commercial application MUST have a thick skin. Commercialism appeals to the masses, art doesnt. There will always be people who choose degrade what they don’ t understand. This, the mix of art and commercialism, will always provoke the thunder.
Do I think paying for art takes away something from the creative process? I’ d have to say no. I think paying for art re-instills its value, in a world so quick to devalue the importance of artists. Although the value of art can never truly be measured monetarily, like anything else that is beautiful, rare and desired, it comes with a price.
What do you want your legacy to be in the artistic world? I’ m not sure if I can define my own legacy. I can only focus on creating my art and inspiring people through beautiful images.
What is your biggest regret and why? No regrets. This word should be banned. Every choice we make, good or bad, takes us to the next step already created unless they want to bastardize the beauty of their original piece. Art should always reflect who the artist is at the time they make it. If art is re-created and changed, then everything would be modern and nothing would have history … with its flaws and all.
Clearly your love for photography started in childhood with all of your art classes and such. How many years do you think it took you to make it to your current professional level? I’ ve only felt like I’ ve“ stepped into my own” over the last 4 years I’ d say, and I am still learning with every shoot. Although, who’ s to say I wasn’ t at a professional level when I was 5? Professional art is completely subjective.
With the internet and social media so prominent, how do you think it has effected photography? Good or Bad? Both? And, why? The social media and the internet has been good and bad. Good for any artist in terms of exposure. Its effect on photography? Well …… it’ s amusing how many people claim to be a photographer for the mere fact they purchased a nice camera. I say that without a hint of sarcasm. I promise! Ha-ha.
What type of artist are you? A happy artist!
As a fashion designer, one quickly realizes the difference between photography and fashion photography. It is your dream to work with a photographer who has the technique and vision to bring your images to life creating scenes you never thought possible. Working with Franz Szony, you will get elegance, style, craziness and a little bit of danger. He takes us on a wild ride with his“ artistic eye”. We are all lucky to have bought a ticket. by Stacey Blanchet
What photo have you taken that you wish you could do all over again? Describe why. What did it teach you? Although I’ ve wanted to re-create photos from my earlier years of photography( 7-8 years ago), I feel that would be a royal slap in the face to those photos. An artist shouldn’ t try to re-create what they’ ve
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