About John Guy
Liverpool born john is a professional photographer whose work tackles many subjects, but the work on show here relates to a very personal journey taken by john into his family history, which culminated in the exhibtion, AUSCHWITZ - ECHOES OF SORROW.
the artist seeks to document the scene of one of the worlds most hideous acts by going beyond the cliches. so often shot solely in black and white, this series of work features startling colour photographs mixed with atmospheric mono pictures of the camps buildings, surroundings and the artefacts now preserved within it. the vivid blues of the polish winter sky above the camps iconic gates contrast with the gloomy atmosphere of sepia photographs taken deep in the complex. juxtaposing close-ups of symbols of captivity and cruelty against wider portraits of the surrounding scenery creates an account of auschwitz that stands out in its sincerity and depth.
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