I'm happy to welcome back on the show, iconic black Neo-symbolist photographer John Santerineross. With a background in ceramics, sculpture and painting, he is also known for his dark, erotic images which has showcased both nationally and internationally. He was coined "the world's leading Neo-symbolist photographer" by PROFIFOTO, Germany's leading photography magazine. Sexcetera on Playboy TV which did a special feature on him and his work called him "A True Erotic Artist."
According to Santerineross, Neo -symbolism focuses on the spiritual, the subconscious and dreams. Under Black Symbolism, artwork is directly influenced by the darker aspect of the human psyche, the nightmares we try to suppress and the personal demons we all possess within ourselves. While the symbols remain personal and obscure, the focus is on the darker imagery of nightmares as opposed to the traditional dream imagery of the original art movement of Symbolism of the mid 19th century. Santerineross' complex aesthetic is derived from a combination of his exposure to Catholicism and Santeria, his fascination with Greek mythology and the subconscious ramifications of childhood trauma, world religion and iconography.
If you are proactive lovers of art, check out his kickstarter campaign for his third photography book called "Santerineross III" with great rewards, collectible rare prints and more. The Kickstarter campaign which will run only until October 31. http://kck.st/3iodPat
This interview will also air on The Queen of Wands Radio Show on ModSnap Radio on Saturday, October 30, 2021 with accompanying music. Please tune in to my show then. Thank you for your support !
There are two quotes that John Santerineross is known for that are actually statements that explain his philosophy:
“We are all prisoners of our childhood” and “Embrace the animal. Strive for the human”
Photo of John Santerineross by Ron Lemise.
