Sunday, August 31, 2014

Artist Statement




As an individual who has brainstormed many artistic ideas over the years, yet has never given birth to any of them, I am taking this opportunity to explore, express, and bring to light my artistic ideas. Being a novice in expressing my creative side I will explore all avenues of my artistic talent by utilizing images and digital media hoping to motivate others like myself while paving a new and exciting career for myself in the world of public relations and media.

My motivation and inspiration centers around the vast world of music, fashion, travel, pop culture and public icons. I’m continuously inspired by numerous classic movies and actors of yesterday, while keeping a watchful eye on the present day leading actors' and directors. I’m drawn to black and white cinematography, impeccable wardrobe, and polite manners of yesterday. Classic movies such as “A Star is Born,” “A Streetcar Named Desire,” and “Humoresque.” Inspire me to recreate the images, wardrobe, and stories of love and heartache that we can all relate to. Also, I’m obsessed by any movie directed by Quentin Tarantino; I worship "Kill Bill Vol. 1 and 2." I love all the various styles of cinematography that he incorporates into his films.

Growing up within the isolated world of rural Minnesota, it’s been my dream to passionately explore the world around me. I possess a genuine down to earth mentality coupled with a lovable and naïve personality with a touch of class. My obsessive compulsive nature has me striving to create and secure a simple, organized lifestyle, and mentality that keeps me grounded in this ever chaotic modern world that I live in but constantly try to escape from.

Paul Hunter Zaid

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