Today we’d like to introduce you to Marion Deduyo.
Marion, please kick things off for us by telling us about yourself and your journey so far.
Ever since I was young, I’ve always had a passion for art. Whether it be drawing, music, and/or photography. I took my first class of photography in the summer of 2011, then took photography during my junior and senior year of high school. My senior in high school really helped me to grow as an artist because I had a teacher that was very insightful. During those last two years of high school, I always carried my camera around with me. It was like an extension of me, wherever I went, it went. If I felt down, I used my photography as a tool for healing and processing. A way to express myself when words failed me. Currently, I mainly do portrait photography but the main type of photography I fell in love with are composites that are conceptual. Something to really make you think. For years, I have struggled to find my own creative style and still do to this day. Lately, I have been trying to get out of my comfort zone to really find my personal style of photography.
Can you give our readers some background on your art?
My photography is an extension of my imagination. The main type of photography I do is portraits. I love capturing people in raw moments that embodies their personality. I feel like us as humans criticize ourselves too much, and being able to capture a photo of someone that makes them feel confident about themselves is fulfilling for me. Being able to capture that moment in time is part of what motivates me. My inspiration comes not only from other artists, but the people and things that surround me. Sometimes, I see a place and can already imagine a whole photoshoot I want to do there. What I hope people will take away is the story I have created within each photo, but also their own interpretation because behind each photo is a different message. What I want people to know about my artwork is that since I have been trying to find my style in photography for years, I am always making attempts at a new style of photography and new effects, especially when it comes to editing. Although it can be frustrating at times, it is also fun to see and try out how other photographers do their photography.
Any advice for aspiring or new artists?
To always practice your art! Connect with other artists, especially those who inspire you! Surround yourself with those people and you yourself will grow as an artist.
What’s the best way for someone to check out your work and provide support?
As of right now, I only post on my Instagram which is “photosbymarion”. But I am currently in the process of making a website!
Contact Info:
- Email: marion.santiago.photos@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/photosbymarion/
Image Credit:
Marion Santiago Deduyo
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