Migle Backovaite photography - The Blue Statue

I photograph people. In my personal photography I like creating and revealing the `self` that is not yet known, the 'self' that is full of mysticism and intrigue. Most of my images are dark and atmospheric. I am more interested in the darker side of the human nature as it generates more energy and let us wander in the deep tunnels of our sub-consciousness. I get to know myself through photography.

I love theatre and performance and therefore involve body painting and make-up, theatre grimas as part of the creative process. I tend to photograph people who are character full and `irregular` in respect to the society, sexuality, and social norms.

I take photos of what appeals to my sense of beauty and sensuality without thinking weather it would appeal to the audience. I remember I saw a dead pigeon the other day, it looked as if it fell down from the sky. I wandered what happened to this beautiful young bird.. It triggered my fantasy as well other emotional reactions.

In art I praise Aestheticism and the cult of beauty as the main elements. Photography to me is the means of showing the beauty that surrounds us- be it a withering leave on the pavement or a human body in its full blossom. Visual impact and aesthetic momentary appeal are more important to me than the story behind it.

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