At the moment I am inspired by the extreme. This is because in every aspect of life there exists a complete opposite. In our emotions, in politics, in love and so on and so on and so on. It’s as much a part of our existence and understanding as anything else. My work deals with stark contrasts. The more extreme the better. Typically extremes are not seen as “feminine” but as the male and female psyche which have drawn closer to each other by the advent of technology and societal changes, I feel more comfortable being feminine and extreme. I want to explore this further, not just in my art but also in my life.

I am sometimes forced to be inspired by things that I would rather not be. Traumatic real life events close to me.
One of my closest friends survived being shot 4 years ago, the officer with her died. It was a very publicized event. I think the trauma of it settled in some of my work. I also witnessed a suicide on the underground and it’s something I dealt with but it still found its way into my creative thinking for a while. In my art, life events have an outlet even if I would rather they had never existed. On the flip side of this of course there are a great deal good times that influence my work too.

Navigator - Ltd edition print

Julie Kaye ART & Prints 2010

Born April 1977, Vienna, Austria.
He became interested in photography at age 10 and started shooting with his first camera – a Yamashica that allowed 2 photos per frame.
He has lived and worked in Austria, Germany, England, Scotland and the USA, eventually settling in Ireland in 1997. Since 2003 he works and lives between Los Angeles and Ireland.
It is important to note that in an age of digital trickery, Cyril does not digitally manipulate his photographs, instead choosing to use traditional photography tools such as lighting, movement and timing. 99% of his work is completely photoshop-free.
His first photography show was held in Los Angeles in October 2003, hosted by actors Christopher Masterson and Jason Lee. Over 400 people attended a very successful opening.
His second big photography series “The Ethereal”, was unveiled in March 2005. Over 800 people attended this show hosted by actors Christopher Masterson and Danny Masterson in the artist district of Los Angeles.
His third series “Myths & Fairytales” opened in Los Angeles in February 2008, hosted by actor Michael Peña, again with record attendance.
His most recent series “Downtown” opened in Los Angeles in April 2009, hosted by actor Danny Masterson. “Downtown” is a series of fine art nude photographs, shot guerrilla style at night on the streets of Downtown LA, using only available ambient light from street signs, lamp posts, etc.
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