Peace! Welcome to RachelCrickPhotography.com. It’s been a work in progress for some time, and I’m thrilled with the results. I must thank the designer, Chimene Campell. She did an amazing job. Thank you Chimene!!
This website is to showcase three segments of my work. Some of the work you might have seen, some you haven’t. I’m very proud of everything here, and hope that you take some time to explore all three sections of the site.
Enjoy.
Artisans
Video killed the radio star. A truer statement has never been uttered. Video not only killed the radio star it also fundamentally changed the way we perceived the singers, performers, musicians and producers. The once intimate connection between listener and the artists, has moved to the visual spectrum where glamour and glitz take center stage
and artists persona are overblown in front of the video lens.
However, whereas the video lens has been used to exaggerate pieces of artists for the superstar effect, I use my lens to provide a more well rounded, intimate portrait of those who have achieved star status, as well as those looking to be stars in their own right.
I actively engage my subjects allowing me to move beyond the braggadocio Hip-Hop artists display on stage and to connect with artists who have gold and platinum plaques lining their walls, resulting in portraits of the artists as they truly are beyond all the stage lights and adoring fans.
Photo Essays
Every picture tells a story, don’t it? Well here we have the bigger picture. An opportunity to take a look at a story we may or may not be familiar with. From the journey of a young man becoming a Priest, to the life of a teen-aged Mother, to a night at a rap concert and beyond.
My goal is to take you behind the scenes, show you the life that is being lived, tell the story, and hopefully make you stop and think about what you’re seeing.
Other √
Birthed from the question, “Mommy, why did I have to be born all mixed up?” This project tackles the topic of being biracial.
My daughter lying in bed one night compared her self to her friends. One had soft dark curls, that she was sure were easy to brush, unlike her own hair. The other had cream colored skin that wasn’t “ugly and tan” like her own skin. Her question threw me, and I knew I had to do something, thus the project was born.
I photograph and interview biracial families, and have compiled the images and their thoughts. Eventually I would like to see this project complete itself as a book and a touring gallery show.
Feedback is always appreciated; please let me know what you think. You can use the contact form here on the site, or contact me directly at raengray@gmail.com
Peace and thanks for stopping by.
Rachel