Caitlin - Artist Statement Yeah...

The best way to describe my work is to describe my personality. I am a very outgoing and outspoken person that likes to keep people on the edge of their seats. I make art that has an emotional and physical effect on people more than just an aesthetic appeal. I focus on making art that interests me and holds my attention. My reaction and feelings about my photographs are as important to me as the viewer’s reaction and feelings. Since I was young I’ve had a fascination with horror movies, serial killers, and gore in general. I try to project this in my pieces. I prefer fantasy to reality and prefer shock and horror to beauty and serenity. Although I enjoy making grotesque works of art, I occasionally find a way to make the photographs beautiful in all their gory glory. Knowing that something I created can affect someone to the point of walking away or getting the chills is all I can really ask for.