Welcome back to Frame by Frame — our summer series that invites you to look…
In this wide-ranging conversation with Holden, Ballen reflects on his early photographic influences, the move from black and white to muted color, his rejection of traditional portraiture, and the complex psychological spaces he constructs in his imagery. What unfolds is a compelling look at an artist who is both deeply introspective and continually experimental—someone for whom photography is not just a tool, but a lifelong journey into the mind’s darker, more poetic terrain.
“And as I walk round the park I always think, ‘Maybe round the corner I am going to find something beautiful.’ I always think positively. It is very rare that you find me in a mood that is sad or melancholic.” — Sophia Loren
In this illuminating interview, Mads Christensen, the innovative light artist, sheds light on his unique approach to merging technology and art. Known for his radiant, immersive installations, Christensen shares insights into his creative process, his fascination with the interplay of light and motion, and how his background in design informs his work.