Fredi Guevara-Prip

Age: 17 HomeschoolI’ve been told that my work has a very cinematic, colorful, and solemn narrative. My work often encompasses a feeling of loss, absence, and stillness. In every form of art I create, I often find myself connecting objects, colors, light, and shadow to make a cohesive piece and create a sense of story. These aspects of life have always been the most intriguing for me to capture. I like to focus on the relationships between objects that can be amplified with color. Color often plays a big role in adding emotion to a piece, and that has always been one of the most important considerations in my artistic process.

I take inspiration from a variety of artists, including Deana Lawson, for her use of color and composition in her portraiture; Jamel Shabazz, for his eye-catching street photography and dynamic poses; and Roy DeCarava, for his use of black and white, frame, and composition to create feelings of wonder, admiration, and depth. In my photographs I try to include elements of each of these great photographers' work, with my own twist. I am currently working more on my portraiture and how to make poses and expressions more dynamic and interesting, and add variety to the still and solemn feel that my photos currently exhibit. When focusing on portraiture, I like to ask myself, “What’s their story?” so that I am more specifically able to capture a sense of narrative in my photos.

From a very young age, I was taught to appreciate art, especially film and photography, in a very significant and personal way. Having grown up in a family of actors and artists, my artistic expression has had room to grow with the support of those closest to me. I think photography is a glimpse into the way the photographer views the world. Being able to see through the eyes of another is an amazing gift, and having the ability to help others do that is equally, if not more, amazing.


Looking Glass I, 2020
Looking Glass II, 2020