André Mühling

For the ongoing, landscape-themed project Full Circle, a specifically designed camera was used: Based on a 4x5 inch unit, the camera allows a larger, extended format beyond the image circle of the lens. The image generated in the process is circular. The use of perspective and the eye-like image circle make the viewer immediately delve into the scene, and one is literally drawn into the picture to become part of it. Working with sheet film requires a focused, slow and well-considered procedure. Encountering the place at the right time is key to obtain the very essence of landscape and nature, being revealed at a given moment. His work illustrates the process of searching for spaces, locations and sceneries. The traveller's quest for a place, and the wanderer's conquest of landscape bear clear reference to 19th century European landscape painting. It is vital to locate and capture the spirit of a place, the Genius Loci, which hints at the beauty and grandeur of nature. Share your Story! Having the new camera just completed, we went on a trip with our three-year-old son. Captivated by the mysterious ceremony of mounting the tripod, inserting the film cassette and creating the instant image, the toddler's joy knew no bounds, and he immediately wanted to get involved. The best part for him was to grab the release with his little hands, and to push the button by command. Overjoyed by the sound of the shutter, he crowed 'Patsch!' each time he heard it. That's how the camera got its name, and it has been called 'The Patsch!' ever since.

• Architecture
• Environmental / Nature
• Still Life
• Fine Art