Project Double Exposure Solo Exhibition
This project originated amidst the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although Malta did not enforce a strict lockdown, numerous establishments, such as shops, restaurants and entertainment venues, were compelled to close down, leaving only essential services operational. The prevailing fear amongst people, led to desolate streets, creating a disheartening sight. As a photojournalist, it became my responsibility to venture out, capture and record the essence of this somber world-struck period of time.
Even though I encountered a significant challenge in my pursuit of street photography, due to the absence of individuals in public spaces, I was still determined to utilize my spare time productively. I pondered over alternative solutions, contemplating, "What could be a suitable undertaking?" It was then that the idea of creating double exposure images, which has been a long-standing aspiration of mine, emerged. Intrigued by this notion, I decided to employ street photography as the foundation to this project. To enhance its complexity, I opted to combine images from Malta, my current location, with images captured during my frequent visits to London before the pandemic. The initial double exposure photography received an overwhelmingly positive response, bolstering my confidence and prompting me to continue expanding the collection.
Unfortunately, my London-based image reservoir eventually depleted. Nonetheless, my enthusiasm for this project remained consistent, compelling me to shift my focus solely on capturing street photography in Malta. As normality gradually returned, I regained the ability to explore the streets and resume my photographic aspirations. The project persisted, garnering international recognition through interviews, articles, podcasts and features in prominent magazines across The United Kingdom, Italy, Australia, Asia, The United States, and various other European countries.
Subsequently, I had the opportunity to visit Milan to attend the ProgresFestival organized by Batsceba Hardy, the founder of Progressive Street, alongside a group of like-minded individuals from all over the world. Consequently, I acquired a diverse range of knowledgeable material, enabling me to expand the double exposure project to encompass Malta, Milan, Valencia and Venice alike.
This year, I have set my intentions on visiting other countries, of which I am confident will be conducive in further augmenting the scope and artistic essence of my double exposure project.
On a final note, I would like to thank the people who have brought me to where I am today. A special big thanks goes to my wife, Therese, for her unwavering support and patience, the Wignacourt Museum, for the opportunity to exhibit here, and to my dear friend Matthew of Photoimages, together with his wife Marisa, for their full help and support in the printing for this exhibition, and much more. Also, Bernadette Carabott for the proof reading, Joe Cassar, the editor of the newspaper which I work for, who has been of a gateway to my photographic career. The Malta Photographic Society and The Malta Institute of Professional Photography, for their continuous help and support throughout the years. Last but not least, another heartfelt thanks go to all my followers and those who believe in me.
Thank you.
