Welcome to this space, which is set aside for other Artists. Expect to see frequent change overs, the scene is set for a variety of artists to be featured here. Be they; old, new, well-known or obscure. This space will not be limited only to photographers, but will include other medias.

ANTOINE D'AGATA

(1961 onwards)

Unlike most photographers, Antoine D'Agata is a latter day anomaly, in that he only began using a camera in his thirties. As a born travelling nomad he's spent most of his time seeking out fresh experiences on the edges of society. However once he became interested in photography, he studied with Larry Clark and Nan Goldin in New York, which resulted in an internship with Magnum. Thus were his origins, as he began a personal photographic record of his life and the people he came into contact with. With shades of Nan Goldin, Brassai and Mario Giacomelli, he captures an earthy realism of life.

Antoine prefers to be non technical in his approach, and should be become too familiar with the workings of his camera, will often change it for another unknown model / make. His early images are full of atmospheric shapes and black and white grittiness. His choices of composure and exposure are instinctive, "I avoid defining beforehand, what I am about to photograph. The shots are taken randomly, according to chance meetings and circumstances". Meanwhile his obsessions remain constant; the streets, fear, obscurity, and sexuality. This resulted in his first book - 'De Mala Muerte' (1998), which was well received.

D'Agata regularly exhibits and so far, has had several books published, and in 2004, he released his first short feature film 'Ventre du Monde' (Belly of the World). His latest venture is an exhibition 'Until the World No Longer Exists' as part of the Fotofreo 2006 Festival in Fremantle.

For further information, click on the following link: D' Agata. Note that this is only a starting point into the world of Antoine D'Agata.

Go forth and enjoy

Online: January 2006