Stories
Introduction “As a kid I was always barefoot, always outside and as an adult I always want to be outside.” – Niki Caro The inspiration for this project struck during a portrait shoot in Tampa, Florida, featuring a brother and sister playing on the beach. The night before, while searching for concepts, I found an...
Introduction “It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” — E.E. Cummings DECENNIUM: Per Merdas et Risus is a long-term, collaborative portrait series documenting a highly intelligent, intensely driven young athlete and academic. What began in 2021 in Christopher’s home studio as a single feature for the Youthful Ambition series quickly...
Introduction “Every child dances, and then you learn not to.” – Mark Morris Youthful Ambition is a series about young athletes and performers who have traded casual play for intense dedication. These are international dancers, fighters, gymnasts, and skaters captured in the middle of their craft. There are no staged or artificial poses here. Christopher...
Youth and Urban Decay: How an Iconic Chiang Mai Landmark Launched a Decade-Long Vision In 2016, sitting in a photography classroom at San Diego City College, I received the piece of advice that every artist hears but few know how to anchor: “Shoot what you love.” For years, my creative outlet had been rooted in...
Introduction “Someday you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.” – C.S. Lewis This work is a continuation of an earlier self-portrait series by Christopher set in abandoned places. As the artist realized his body was beginning its own timeline of “urban decay,” he decided it was time for his work to...
Check out these great videos! The Making of Lord of the Flies – Thailand This is a behind the scenes documentary film about Christopher Ryan’s Lord of the Flies inspired photoshoot in Koh Si Chang, Thailand. The original project took place in 2018, and was made into a movie poster project exhibited during the 2022...
Lord of the Flies Thailand Christopher Ryan November 30, 2022 – January 30, 2023 Opening: Saturday, Dec 10, 6-9 PM Zeitgeist Theater and Lounge 6621 St. Claude Avenue New Orleans, LA 70032 504-352-1150 Open one hour prior to film screenings, or by appointment A fascinating look at classic themes such as loss of...
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