s3939067 2024, Bachelor of Arts (Photography), Discipline of Photography, world-centred photography practice

APAX Photography Studio Prize.

In this work called The Beta, I use photographic prints in a contemporary line hang to explore the subject of climbing and the secrets it holds. Through this work, I aim to reveal the hidden aspects of a sport that is rapidly growing in popularity. I look beyond the surface level of what most people see, delving into the more intriguing and intense situations climbers may find themselves in. Although these scenes are captured in the safety of a climbing gym, they still encompass injuries, relationships, and more. To explore this, I observed small moments and scenes unfolding around the gym and captured them as they happened. From the details of someone’s hand recovering from an injury to moments of rest as climbers stand back watch and focus on what they’re climbing next.

Hello, my name is Jesse Grey. I’m a photographer from Meanjin/Brisbane, currently based in Naarm/Melbourne. I am in my final year of a Bachelor of Fine Art (Photography), and my work has developed into an experimental documentary style. I’ve had the opportunity to work as an assistant to some amazing emerging artists, as well as document the oil industry with a researcher and adventure sports.

My work often involves elements of environmental and adventure photography as a way to explore how the natural world affects us and how we, in turn, affect the world around us. From documenting Victoria’s oil industry and its impact on the environment, economy, landscape, and surrounding communities, to sharing the in-depth experiences of climbers and uncovering lesser-known aspects of the sport.

If you’d like to see more of my work, you can find me at instagram.com/jesse_grey1 or visit my website at Jessegrey.org.

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