Jason Hughes

Name

Jason Hughes

Course

Photography, BA (Hons)

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About

I'm a mature student that enjoys photographing many different genres and styles.

Project overview

My Space

The idea with My Space was to capture portraits of people that I know in their own working environment. Inspired by classical artists, such as Caravaggio, I set out to take unique portraits using a single flash to help the subject stand out. Many photographers overcomplicate the overall composition and incorporate too many techniques into their work, I wanted to capture nuances of the subject’s workspace, but with the emphasis on the person. With the intention of a darker background, the viewer is then drawn into what the sitter may do as a career. From the office homeworker, the young business entrepreneur, the hairdresser and the mechanic. I set out to tell a narrative about peoples’ occupations, but by including individuals in their working environment, the story is brought to life.

UCLan Degree Show artwork submission by Jason Hughes named My Space

The Mechanic

UCLan Degree Show artwork submission by Jason Hughes named My Space

The Entrepreneur

UCLan Degree Show artwork submission by Jason Hughes named My Space

The Food Technician

UCLan Degree Show artwork submission by Jason Hughes named My Space

The Homeworker

UCLan Degree Show artwork submission by Jason Hughes named My Space

The Medical Photographer

UCLan Degree Show artwork submission by Jason Hughes named My Space

The Hotel Receptionist