DAVID X PRUTTING
Tell us about your background as a photographer. “I was encouraged after graduating from Ithaca College to pursue photography as a career. Then, I worked in New York City as an assistant to talented fashion photographers. My interest for photography always has been reportage” Describe your self- portrait and how it conveys your style as an artist. “Self-portraits seem easier than having my photo taken. I never try to get concept heavy, so you could say straightforward is my style.”
What do you photograph and why? “I photograph people mostly happenings and hope to get a glimpse of their personalities as well as document moments worth remembering.” Who and what inspires you? “I’m mostly inspired by the talent and passions of my peers, love of family and my incredible wife Chau, as well as the cultures and beautiful nature.” What is your relationship like with NYC? How does it resonate with your work? “NYC is a rhythm and beat I love to step to. It always finds me wherever I go. How do you think Instagram has affected the field of photography? “Instagram is a force in social media both for personal and business purposes — more activations than twitter, recently. I enjoy using it as a visual diary. I also like having a connection to people and brands that I’m interested in. Friends tell me I follow too many people, but I’m genuinely interested and
hope to continue to be interested by new people and images. In the words of Andy Warhol, ‘I never read, I just look at pictures.’” What has been your favorite project so far and why? “The ongoing project that is BFA. Im having the time of my life with a great team that enjoys what they do and does a damn good job at it. I am so proud of what we have accomplished so far and what’s to come. I’m also looking forward to doing some more personal projects in my free time. I want to keep pursuing knowledge in my field as well as others.” What is one thing you remind yourself every day? “To work hard, think with creativity, surround myself with passionate people, and strive for my own balance of a happy life and career.”
Before the Show By David X Prutting
11
Spark | September 2012