Jose L. Fernandes
Bunch of Tubas, 2007
Photographic archival pigment print
24 x 36 inches
Jose Fernandes is a fine art, documentary photographer enjoying a 20 year career working in the areas of social documentary, travel, food, architecture and portrait.
Bunch of Tubas, 2007
Photographic archival pigment print
24 x 36 inches
Jose Fernandes is a fine art, documentary photographer enjoying a 20 year career working in the areas of social documentary, travel, food, architecture and portrait.
Jose, a long term resident of New Orleans was born in Huambo, Angola, of Portuguese ancestry and grew up near Lisbon, Portugal.
Jose has published in several international magazines such as Travel and Leisure Golf, Conde Nast, Mo, Damn and Monument, among others. He has also collaborated in several books from Culinary to Documentary including books focusing on the culture of Havana and also Lisbon published in Italy by Odoya.
He has documented important local New Orleans events such as the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Uncle Lionel Batiste and Fats Domino funerals.
Jose is currently dividing time between his studio in the Historic Esplanade Ridge neighborhood of New Orleans, and his studio outside the ancient city of Coimbra in Central Portugal where he is working on his current project involving the challenges communities face due to the desertification of interior areas of Southern Europe.
Artist statement:
In the intricate tapestry of human existence, I wield my camera as a storyteller, capturing the rich and diverse narratives woven into the fabric of our global society. My lens is a conduit for the untold stories of cultures, traditions, and communities that often exist in the periphery of mainstream discourse.
As a documentary photographer, I am drawn to the authentic and the overlooked. Through my work, I aim to bridge the gap between familiarity and the unknown, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestries of cultures that shape our world. Each frame is a testament to the resilience, beauty, and complexities of the human experience.
With an unyielding curiosity and deep respect for the subjects I photograph, I strive to go beyond surface aesthetics, delving into the heart of cultural themes. Whether capturing rituals that have withstood the test of time or documenting the evolving expressions of contemporary communities, my lens seeks to foster understanding, empathy, and appreciation for the diverse threads that bind us all.
Artist statement:
In the intricate tapestry of human existence, I wield my camera as a storyteller, capturing the rich and diverse narratives woven into the fabric of our global society. My lens is a conduit for the untold stories of cultures, traditions, and communities that often exist in the periphery of mainstream discourse.
As a documentary photographer, I am drawn to the authentic and the overlooked. Through my work, I aim to bridge the gap between familiarity and the unknown, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestries of cultures that shape our world. Each frame is a testament to the resilience, beauty, and complexities of the human experience.
With an unyielding curiosity and deep respect for the subjects I photograph, I strive to go beyond surface aesthetics, delving into the heart of cultural themes. Whether capturing rituals that have withstood the test of time or documenting the evolving expressions of contemporary communities, my lens seeks to foster understanding, empathy, and appreciation for the diverse threads that bind us all.
$480 - 0 bids
Minimum Bid Increment:
$60
Value:
$1,200
Donated By:
Jose L. Fernandes