Sara Amirkhani

My art practice involves creating small-scale three-dimensional still-life collage compositions, which result in a final photograph. What influenced me significantly to get to this collection was the authenticity of scenic designs of classic movies, especially Old Hollywood. Because they were made manually, without any trace of digital manipulation. Sharp shadows used in Old Hollywood movies and the way the light was directed in these movies resonate deeply in my art practice. Movies such as, “Singing in the Rain,” “Sunset Boulevard,” and “Rear Window” played a crucial role in my visual knowledge.

The compositions that I create are made manually. They are physical and architectural. I do not use digital tools to create a shape and manipulate the photos. Each scene is composed of still-life objects and paper with various colors, light sources, and shadows. All elements converge to create playful scenes that challenge human perception of reality.

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