Writing about yourself is never easy. I find more comfort when writing about other artists and photographers than myself. When writing my artist statement, I found it difficult at first to talk about my skills and my practise.
What is important to remember when writing an artist statement is to be concise with what I write. Trying not to ramble is key, however this can be an issue if you are not great at writing about yourself! However, the statement does not have to be long, you could even sum yourself up in one sentence if you feel that is right for you.
When setting out my statement I followed a guide of writing who I am, what I am interested in and what I have achieved. Within this I discussed my interests for landscape photography and how I am interested in looking into the historical side of the landscape, so that my photographs can contain a deeper meaning. I feel that I have not rambled in my artist statement but instead, have clearly discussed my interests in photography and what it is that makes me want to create photographs.
Artist Statement
‘Having a long interest in history, my practise includes a strong focus of the diverse landscape and its historical representation. Discussing the hidden meanings and looking into how a historical place evolved. Being able to connect with a landscape photographically, looking deep into its characteristics, but also being able to look further into its history is what really inspires me to create photographs. Being able to walk along the oldest road in Britain in its entirety and explore the hidden meanings behind certain artefacts is freeing.’