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National Photographic Portrait Prize 2024 Finalist
Garry Trinh
born Vietnam 1975, Australia from 1980
Tom Polo 2023
pigment photographic print on paper
‘I had the opportunity to visit the studio of Tom Polo, an Australian abstract painter whose works are full of vibrant colours and shapes. I wanted to capture his essence in a portrait that would reflect his artistic vision. I didn’t plan anything in advance, but rather let my creativity and instinct lead the way. We tried different poses until we stumbled upon the idea of abstracting his face. The result was a portrait that merged Tom’s face with the style of his paintings, creating a striking visual harmony. It was all done in camera.’
Garry Trinh is an artist based on Wangal Country in Sydney who makes art about the uncanny, unexpected and spontaneous moments in daily life. His works are inspired by his surroundings and visual expressions of contemporary culture.
The National Photographic Portrait Prize 2024 celebrates established and emerging artistic talent from across the country.
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