They say that a woman’s view adds the right perspective to the respected subject. In the photography game, Obscura Lux has proven that, continuously. Three words to describe her approach: subtle, but firm.
Her photography work has graced some notable places, including The Ritz Museum and Jacksonville International Airport. Ask her about these moments and you’ll get a modest reply. Maybe because the regal work does the talking.
Enjoy the work below and follow her Instagram page.
Whose work has influenced you most?
There are a few photographers that I admire, that inspire me, and also I can relate to as far as their thoughts, processes and their artistic eye when it comes to photography. In no particular order, the photographers are: William Eggleston (check out his documentary on YouTube), Gordon Parks (Of course!), Lorna Simpson, Carrie Mae Weems (her wisdom and eye is everything), James Van Der Zee (He beautifully captured the Harlem Renaissance), (Jacksonville’s own Van Der Zee) E. L. Weems, Gary McElwee (my mentor), Debrah Willis-Thomas, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Ana Kamiar, my previous professor. They truly inspire me and push me to love and cultivate my craft.
What do you like most about being a photographer? Why?
That is a very hard question to answer. My dad was a photographer so I guess it is in my blood. I love everything about it. From the history of photography and how it has evolved, to collecting cameras or enjoying watching a client’s reaction to their photos. I stay hungry for learning everything about photography. It brings me joy. I don’t like being a photographer...I LOVE it.
What is your favorite lens?
My dad gave me all of his camera gear a few years ago. It contained his Minolta X-370, a 200mm Ritzcam lens, a wide angle lens, and a Minolta 50mm 1.7f lens. All of them are manual lenses and I use them more than my Sony lenses. The clarity and the depth of field you can achieve with that kind of old school glasses is amazing. These are my go to lenses but, the 50mm is my favorite.
What is your style of photography?
This is a tough one here. I am kind of all over the place when it comes to style. I honestly don’t like to be put in a box when it comes to photography. If I had to, I would describe it as documentary/fine art/street/architectural photography *laughs*.
