Photographer Drew Doggett showcases the stark beauty of the Arctic in a new limited series, 'Northern Dreams.'
An experienced and avid traveler, Doggett ventured to Svalbard, a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean that is an attractive location for photographers and adventurers alike. The latitudes of Svalbard’s islands range from 74 to 81 degrees north.The region poses unique challenges to photographers, not only because of its harsh and unforgiving weather but also because accessibility is limited by where a ship or smaller vessel, called a Zodiac, can go.
“With all wildlife, there’s an element of ‘the search’ that’s pure adrenaline. This vast territory and being isolated to the shoreline without the ability to move or pursue a subject inland forced me to be patient on an entirely different level,” the photographer explains.In some ways, the limited means available for getting close to wildlife can be liberating from a compositional perspective.
“Arctic Wanders” by Drew Doggett | “An image like this gives you a sense of the scale and majesty of the location that is not physically possible in my more intimate portraits of the polar bears. The backdrop also aligns with my ideals; again, for its minimalism and its otherworldly landscape, converts well to black and white and feels naturally abstract. I often prefer backdrops that do not distract from the subject; it’s the former fashion photographer in me!” Doggett explains.
“As a photographer, I go one step beyond simply documenting a place because of its significance, as I’m interested in capturing a certain quality and story within a location. Proximity to the subject plays a huge role in fostering a connection, but obviously, you can only get so close to a polar bear, and in Svalbard, you are limited to the Zodiacs or the ship’s deck,” he continues.Doggett’s fashion photography roots continue to influence the artist as he travels the world.
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