In his debut monograph, How Close, Bischoff delves into themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and human connection. The monograph showcases his five-year artistic journey at Red Rock Canyon in the Mojave Desert, where he captures the shifting light and sublime landscapes through the lens of a large format camera on color negative film. The result is a collection of mesmerizing photographs that blur the boundaries between documentation and artistic intervention.
More than just a collection of images, How Close serves as a transformative experience. Bischoff’s photographs offer a visual allegory for an immersive exploration of deep time and the profound connection between humanity and the natural world. Through experimental in-camera effects, sculptural interventions, and improvised choreography, he creates a captivating narrative that speaks to the universal human experience and our place within the fabric of existence.
The monograph’s significance lies not only in its aesthetic beauty but also in its poignant commentary on photography’s historical role in settler colonialism and its representation of Red Rock Canyon as a film location. By acknowledging these complex layers of representation, Bischoff prompts viewers to engage with the nuanced relationship between art, history, and the landscapes we inhabit.
How Close marks a milestone in Bischoff’s career as he invites audiences to explore the depths of emotion, time, and place through his evocative photographs.
The book includes a captivating excerpt from Anne Carson’s Autobiography of Red: A Novel in Verse, accompanied by Bischoff’s insights into the history of Red Rock Canyon and photography’s role in colonialism. -Publisher
Debossed, foil stamped, linen hardcover with front tipped in image.
