What happens when a painter and a nature photographer decides to collaborate?
“Born of Nature” is a collaboration between NYC artist David Popa and Finnish photographer Juuso Hämäläinen. Nature has been the central theme in Juuso’s work from nearly the inception of his photography career. As one of the leading nature photographers, David noticed his work on social media and became one of his many admirers.
One day he figured why not reach out to Juuso and see if there would be any interest in collaborating. Much to Popa’s surprise, Juuso was willing to partner and see what would come of collaborating with someone of a different discipline.
Earlier this year they collaborated together creating their first piece called “Facing The Universe”. It was a realization that this kind of collaboration was not only possible but could lead to great and unique results.
“Born of Nature” is their newest collaboration together. This time the final project would result not only in a photo to be viewed on social media, but a short film with an original track created by Juuso’s newfound love of composing along with videography by Popa and finally a limited edition print of the final product.
With this piece they beckon the viewer to marvel at life and even question what could have brought about such a mysterious world to which we are born into and how quickly we depart from it. It is for this reason David has been working with biodegradable, all natural, washable earth pigments only mixed with water. By using this medium, it allows for the creation of massive murals that will naturally deteriorate. Small decisions, like using the pigment “Bone Black” continue to emphasis the theme of the transience of life. This all natural pigment originates from actual bones. What was once life and has now departed, is brought to life once more before returning back to the earth completely.
The Limited Edition print of this piece is only available to purchase during Dec 6 - 8 (48 hours). After this it will be never printed again. The same way the actual artwork on the cliffs is only temporary and will eventually wash away.
Learn more about the project from the link.
More info: davidpopaart.com
"Born of Nature" Washable Mural in Nature
