Artist interview : Benjamin Taguemount
What is your background and your relationship to art?
At a very young age, I already wanted to become a photographer without really knowing how or why, or even what I wanted to photograph. After having been a photographer for contemporary dance shows, I entered the world of fashion. the world of fashion. It gave me the most freedom of expression and since then I've I have been in this inspiring world ever since.
What was the trigger that led you to art and creation?
" I was only 14 years old when I discovered the window of the camera shop in my provincial in my provincial neighbourhood. I never knew why these cameras fascinated me so much, but I stole one. On my way home, I put my eye on the viewfinder and, in spite of myself, I took my first steps towards photography. In this viewfinder, the world looked different, even if it was only my desire to see it change, I finally had the possibility to offer myself something else.
I told this story to Massiv Magazine in 2000 and I think it really sums up that famous click.
What are your artistic influences and inspirations?
My first influences were the pages of the Vogue magazine of my childhood. There I discovered Richard Avedon, Helmut Newton and Guy Bourdin, and even if today my influences have become multiple, these photographers remain a source of inspiration for me.
Describe your work in 3 words.
Plastic, aesthetic and sophisticated.
Which work of art would you choose to accompany you throughout your life?
It's impossible for me to answer this question because there are so many of them and they change according to my moods! But it would be a painting with a female subject.
Which exhibition, artist or work has moved you the most?
My answer is identical to the previous question.
A piece of furniture/design object that makes you dream?
Generally, in design, what touches me is the whole German influence of the first half of the 20th century.
A place that inspires you?
Without a doubt, the Mies Van Der Rohe Pavilion in Barcelona.
A favourite colour?
Only one colour comes to mind, black!
What are your artistic projects for the coming months?
Develop my studio by creating creative and economic synergy for photographers and videographers.
If you had not been a photographer, what would you have done?
Difficult question but probably architect.
