Conceptual Photographer Explores Democracy In Art

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 8, 2004

Contemporary fine art photographer David Stuart Ullman’s newest collection of color conceptual photography tackles democracy as his latest theme. Much as this country wrestles with its future during this election year, David’s unique “photographic ballads” feature twisting and dancing collages of boldly blended reality that reflect the drama of life. The cornerstone of David’s newest work is “Money, Politics and Religion 2004,” a glossy display of familiar American icons such as the Statue of Liberty and statue of Abraham Lincoln blurred by an overlay of the American dollar in a 32" x 47" print. His portfolio can be viewed at http://www.DSUllmanGallery.com .

David Stuart Ullman is a self-taught photographer with over 10 years behind the camera. He has traveled to major cities throughout the nation to capture the face and mood of America on camera. While David calls himself an “everyday Joe,” he approaches his photographic art with passion and compassion toward ordinary people. “I look for the mystery and beauty of the ordinary person on the street,” declares David. His pictures often include candids of scenes in the public eye in a quest to unleash the extraordinary. David elaborates about the process by which he creates each original photographic ballad “as painting with my camera.” Many hours are devoted to compositing and balancing carefully selected elements to draw viewers into each piece. The photographer adds that his works highlight the choreography between light and subject and at the same time provoke the viewer into thinking about the bigger picture of life.

The feeling that politicians need to turn away from big business interests and return to serving ordinary people is what originally inspired David’s “Money, Politics and Religion 2004” piece. “Regardless of how desperate our lives seem at times,” says David, “we all can still dream, aspire, hope, and believe that God does smile upon all his children regardless of circumstance.” In another work, titled “Stars and Stripes Remembered,” the statue of a vigilant sailor guards a setting sun. Despite the darkening clouds that gather around the soldier, the American flag shines through the uncertainty. “My goal is really to get people participating in this wonderful country of ours,” enthuses the photographer, “one vote does make a difference.”

David Stuart Ullman’s work is also currently showing at the Orlando Gallery in Tarzana, California and Buffalo Big Print Fine Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York. The Orlando Gallery, established in 1958 and known for its eclectic showcase of California artists, is exclusively representing sales in Los Angeles. Art Scene, the monthly digest to art in Southern California, describes David’s photographic ballads as “juxtaposing pictorial slices of art and life into lively memorials.” David splits his residency between Los Angeles, California and Buffalo, New York.

For images of the artist’s work, please visit http://www.DSUllmanGallery.com . The Orlando Gallery is located at 18376 Ventura Boulevard, Tarzana, California; 818-705-5368. The Buffalo Big Print Fine Art Gallery is located at 78 Allen Street, Buffalo, New York in the Allentown Art District; 716-884-1777.

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