When we think about communication, we probably think of words. Speaking, talking, perhaps writing; these are the methods that come to mind.
Yet there are ways beyond language to communicate.
The Oxford Languages Dictionary defines communication as ‘the imparting or exchanging of information by speaking, writing, or using some other medium.’
‘Other medium’, a broad term I acknowledge, is a way to speak without words. Silent communication; a magical means to tell a story, a feeling or emotion without uttering a single word.
Photography is one such ‘other medium’. A way to speak without words and tell a story with silence, photography is a true anomaly in communication.
Whilst soundless and motionless a good photograph still speaks volumes. The talented photographer can capture movement, feeling and emotion in a singular snap.
Without the use of his words, motions or manoeuvres the photographer is left with nothing but a vision and a lens.
Take the works of photographer David Hicks, adventurer, creative and avid traveller. With nothing but a camera in hand Hicks has created many wonderful exhibitions from his worldly adventures.
Let’s look at Hick’s Sari Exhibition, a collection of photos captured during David Hicks’ time in India. Capturing the beauty of a Sari is no easy feat, known for their vivid and vibrant colours doing such enchanting fabrics justice is a true challenge.
Yet Hicks wondrously succeeds. Infusing a truly rich sense of colour, the images exuberate the immense vibrancy of the Sari. Perfectly depicting layers, textures and surfaces the viewer feels as if they could just reach out and touch the fabrics.
Vivid, life-like and striking the magic to Hicks’ work is the true-to-life nature of his images. Crystal clear and radiant Hicks truly communicates the wonders of the world he has been fortunate to see.
Hicks’ images invigorate our senses, evoke feeling deep within us and bring an experience to life that we may never see ourselves. A silent speaker, Hicks’ tells wonderful stories of the world in no more than the snapping of a camera.
Written By: Jessica Rowe
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