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The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography
TCF Ep. 610 - James Payne
Oct 7, 2023
Photographer James Payne discusses his social documentary work, including his unique series of 3D environmental portraits. He shares his experiences overcoming blindness and the magic of capturing honest images. The podcast also explores the features of the Nikon Z8 camera and the search for a home for Payne's American portraits project.
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- James Payne's 3D environmental portraits serve as a visual time capsule, documenting the personal spaces and diversity of individuals over decades.
- Despite facing challenges in distributing and exhibiting his work, Payne remains committed to his original vision, capturing people in their personal spaces without significant changes in style or equipment.
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Photographer James Payne's project capturing the lives of his neighbors spans over 40 years
Photographer James Payne embarked on a photo project in the 70s that involved capturing intimate 3D environmental portraits of his neighbors in southern Illinois. The project began with portraits of families living in campus housing and evolved to reflect people, styles, and cultural aesthetics over decades. Payne's goal was to document the diversity and personal spaces of individuals without any influence or direction. The result is a collection of images that serve as a visual time capsule, presenting a unique perspective on personal spaces and what they reveal about individuals.
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