Jules Shoots Film

Rebirth

Added 2024-05-19 19:20:42 +0000 UTC

This photo is from my last roll with the doubles from my last post, but I thought it deserved it's own post. I'm so fucking proud of this photo. It's definitely one of my favorite double exposures and self ports that I've ever taken. I actually cried when I saw it for the first time- because of what the photo itself represents to me, but also because I executed my concept so perfectly, that it turned out even better than I had hoped.

To me, this photo represents a personal rebirth. I've spent the last year focusing on being very intentional, Intentional about improving my photography skills, intentional about healing, growing, showing up for myself, embracing my authenticity, and intentional about finding my way back to the flow state that we're meant to thrive in. When I look at this photo, I see both my growth as a photographer, and also as a woman stepping back into her power. I'm reminded that I need to trust myself, my power, and the process. And that you have to be planted in darkness before you can thrive in the light.

The first shot was taken in my room on my bed. My top blanket is black and the wall I shot against is dark blue. I hoped that shooting B&W film would really help blend everything well, and it worked perfectly. The second shot was taken in my car through the windshield on a cold rainy morning. My original concept was to create an image that literally looked as though I was inside of a womb, being held safely while I grow. I also wanted to incorporate the element of water, as we are primarily water, as well as it being the source of life. Shot with my Pentax LX on Kodak Tri-X 400.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on this image. And as always, thank you for supporting my art and journey. <3 j