Raul Lopez

Lives and works in Zacatecas, Mexico

Artist statement

Digital creations have given me the chance to express my perceptions about the isolation of human condition when facing illness, poverty, old age or death. I am interested in everyday people in my hometown. When I photograph them I always try to be undercover. I want spontaneity and by no means “posed” photos. I always take the photos in long shot. Taking the picture is the first step, later on, with a digital design package I remove all unwanted visual information leaving only the main character, then I add simple elements: a blue sky, the moon, clouds or reminiscences of ancient ruins. Through this process I add drama to the subject and I give a metaphysical meaning to human activities. I am just an observer I do not blame social injustice or supernatural causes for disadvantageous human conditions.

Artwork