Narelle Autio, a renowned Australian photographer, has spent 27 years capturing the underwater beauty of her main museāthe ocean. Diving beneath the jetty at Grange Beach, Autio awaits the “decisive moment,” a concept popularized by iconic photographer Henri-Cartier Bresson.
In her latest series, she highlights jetty jumpers who plunge into the water, creating a magical interaction with light and bubbles. āI love that moment of immersion,ā she says, reflecting on the unique beauty of these fleeting instances.
The Art of Underwater Exploration
Her career spans 35 years, exploring the relationship Australians have with their coastal environment.
Autioās work, ranging from vibrant beach shots to her award-winning series, showcases the duality of the ocean’s beauty and danger.
With her recent shift to high-end digital photography, she captures dynamic movements of women underwater, portraying them as powerful figures, akin to ancient ship figureheads.
In her exhibition, The Eyes of Her, part of the South Australian Living Artists Festival, Autio hopes to evoke awe for the ocean while inspiring viewers to protect it.
Her art serves as a reminder of the ocean’s beauty and the importance of safeguarding our blue planet.
Source abc.net.