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Tyler Shields Payphone For Sale

Tyler Shields
Tyler Shields - Payphone, 2018, Digital c print

Payphone, 2018

Digital c print

22.5 x 30 Inches - $5,000 45 x 60 Inches - $10,000

About this work

<p>In Tyler Shields' mesmerizing monochromatic photograph "Payphone," a surreal scene unfolds as a lone payphone stands defiantly amidst the tranquil waters, defying the boundaries of its conventional environment. With the stark contrast of black and white highlighting every detail, a model reaches out to the antiquated device, her presence juxtaposed against the serene expanse of the sea. Through Shields' lens, the payphone becomes a symbol of connection and communication in an increasingly digital world, its isolation in the water suggesting a longing for human contact amidst the vastness of the ocean. As the model engages with the relic of a bygone era, viewers are prompted to reflect on the evolution of technology and its impact on our interpersonal relationships.Payphone, a limited edition photograph, is available for sale at Guy Hepner.</p>

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Edition & Provenance

Year
2018
Medium
Digital c print
Edition
Edition of 3
Payphone

About Tyler Shields

Tyler Shields was born in Jacksonville, Florida, and began his creative career as a professional inline skater, competing in the X Games and touring with Tony Hawk before shifting his focus to photography. His early photographs gained attention online, and a chance viral image helped launch his career as a photographer working within the Hollywood entertainment world.

Shields is known for bold, provocative photography that blends glamour with elements of tension, danger, and destruction, often incorporating rich color, dramatic lighting, and meticulously staged scenes. His work frequently explores contrasts between beauty and chaos, using striking visual concepts, from vivid color explosions to scenes built around luxury objects, to create images that are both polished and unsettling. He has photographed a wide range of actors and public figures throughout his career, always aiming for a cinematic, tightly composed final image captured in camera rather than through digital manipulation.

Beyond photography, Shields has worked as a filmmaker, screenwriter, and author, publishing both photography books and fiction. His work has been exhibited internationally and is held in private and public collections, and he continues to be based in Los Angeles.

Guy Hepner works with collectors seeking Tyler Shields's bold, cinematic photography. Contact us to discuss available inventory or to inquire about upcoming releases.

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