Today we’d like to introduce you to Sean Foote.
Sean, please kick things off for us by telling us about yourself and your journey so far.
I have spent my entire life appreciating and studying art. Being raised in California by a family of historians, artists, and designers it was natural for me to follow suit and explore my artistic expression. I have studied art in the form of art history, paint, sculpture, various fields within design, and much of that knowledge and technique has culminated in my photography. I have also been fortunate to travel the world from Northern Europe to Southern Australia and out to the far reaches of Easter Island and Japan. Many of the best moments of my travels are captured and featured on my website and photo-journaled through my social media channels.
My artwork is a culmination of my life’s dream, I have always wanted to travel and share my experiences with the world. I will continue to learn and challenge myself to evolve as an artist through my life journey via my art and travels.
Can you give our readers some background on your art?
“Photography to me, is a vessel to share one’s perspective of a moment in time. To be able to capture a precious memory and showcase it with the world is an inspiring idea.”
I have always believed that there is inherent beauty in all things. My mission as an artist is to present much of what the world has overlooked in a fresh way. To capture color, light, and structure all mixed in compositions that offer a unique viewpoint. To look closer. To bring details of that unique beauty up to the surface.
Artists rarely, if ever pursue art for the money. Nonetheless, we all have bills and responsibilities and many aspiring artists are discouraged from pursuing art due to financial reasons. Any advice or thoughts you’d like to share with prospective artists?
I don’t actively market myself with the distinct intention of making money on my art, it is more of a passion point of mine to openly share. I would say (as a professional digital marketer) that having a good website to showcase your work with responsive design and being active on social media are the foundation for exposing yourself to the world.
What’s the best way for someone to check out your work and provide support?
They can follow me on social media as well as check out my website. I do sell my work and have done large-scale art installations, so I am open to discussions with those that enjoy macro, street, or travel photography.
Contact Info:
- Address: Chicago, IL
- Website: http://www.seanfootephotography.com
- Email: sean@seanfootephotography.com
- Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanfootephoto
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanfootephoto
- Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/seanfootephoto
Image Credit:
All images are taken by me. ©2018 Sean Foote Photography. All images are the property of Sean Foote. All rights reserved.
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