In a world dominated by technology and extravagance, there seems to be no place for minimalism. Neon signs, shopping malls and massive billboards contribute to an abundance of consumerism. Travelscapes and the Everyday World is a break from the visual noise we encounter in our lives. The series’ use of negative space makes the obvious objects become obscure among their surroundings: a coffee cup next to a graffiti wall, or a fan in the desert. This body of work has come from a decade of experiences and an allure for commonplace things. Looking for extraordinary detail, vivid colors and a visually arresting image, I strive to stay true to an obvious/obscured idea. Through this juxtaposition, ordinary subject matter becomes an object of beauty in an overstimulated world.

Victor Raphael works in a wide range of media spanning painting, photography, filmmaking, printmaking, and digital technology. He creates complex and beautiful images that expand conventional views of time and space.