Mark Rubenstein is a Los Angeles-based photographer whose body of work is chiefly inspired by cinema. Mark has just released a book entitled Gone by Dawn, 100 limited edition copies of which is currently available at Open Ceremony in LA. We caught up with Mark to find out more about his approach to photography and what else influences his work.
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE OF PHOTOGRAPHY?
My photography and the techniques I use are very much grounded in the cinematic form. Cinema is at the heart of my work as a artist. I grew up watching films and became obsessed with the idea of the ability to craft and form completely new worlds with light and atmosphere.
In the work I have created over the last 13 years, you can see these techniques being applied and growing as I mature as a photographer. People associate my work with a very ethereal and dream like feeling. I use these things to help tell the story of what it means to grow up and mature in the world we live in.
WHY ARE YOU DRAWN TO PHOTOGRAPHING FEMALE SUBJECTS?
The subjects I use in my work serve a very specific purpose. Im using these woman as conduit for my own self reflection. I have always featured a variety of subjects that embody this, whether it be male or female. Women project what I’m portraying at this point in my life. They are able to capacitate and project a sense of understanding that is beyond reach of most men.
WHAT’S YOU RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR SUBJECTS? ARE THEY WOMEN YOU KNOW?
My relationship with my subjects is very strong. I very rarely shoot people I do not know. I have used women I have dated, close friends, and people within that circle to help tell my story. I have a very intimate bond with them and its is reflected in the imagery I make.
TELL US ABOUT THE NEW BOOK, GONE BY DAWN.
“Gone By Dawn” is the culmination of the past two years of my work. Bringing this book to life has been a lengthy and arduous process. Trying to elevate my work, find the right person to help craft my vision into what I have so deeply invested into has been a true test. The work I create is a personal testament of my ongoing story, telling what it means to grow up, evolve, and live in this world.
HOW DID THE PARTNERSHIP WITH OPENING CEREMONY COME ABOUT?
Opening Ceremony is a hub for creativity. I was introduced to them by very close friends of mine. They have been fantastic and I could not be more happy to share my work with such an amazing place.
WHAT ARE YOUR INTERESTS OUTSIDE OF PHOTOGRAPHY?
My interests outside of my photography are working and creating with my very close circle of amazing friends. We all work on projects with each other and have been doing so for the last ten years.
WHAT PROJECTS DO YOU HAVE COMING UP?
I just released a new book project with my friend Peele Lemos. The book is called “Every Hangover Is A Big Bang”. It was produced exclusively for the LA Art Book Fair that just happened in Los Angeles. We released it with Kessels Kramer who are a amazing creative agency.
The book was the first imprint from my new independent publishing house with Peele “The Wooden Table Press” based out of Echo Park, Los Angeles.
Besides that I am working on my new body of personal work that is growing everyday.
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