John Davis shows urban development through a perspective that’s multi-layered; that captures moments in the stories of a dynamic and expanding urban structure. He doesn’t attempt to simplify the post-industrial’s complex evolution and post-imperialist society; instead, he explores the relationship of humans to the multi-faceted layers of the urbanized landscape. The photographer documents an economy that is now separated from geography and the social consequences of this that are clearly evident. His photographs are made intentionally in an un-astounding and often understated way. He does this to allow the viewers to draw their own conclusions without being influenced in any way. He strives to avoid imposing his own view of urban change. Davis uses text purposefully together with his images to give historical, social and political context to specific places and structures.
He’s represented by Stocktrek Images, an art agency which focuses on specialty imagery. Stocktrek Images deals with esteemed photographers and is a distinctive source for unique images of military operations and astronomical images of the universe. A fundamental characteristic of Davis’ approach to landscape is the sense of power; it can evoke and symbolize. Images of sky, water and land can become metaphors, reflecting the spiritual and emotional human states. Davis doesn’t believe in the truth of beauty but believes in the beauty of truth; even though the meaning of visual truth is often fluid and can be challenging. In his work, he attempts to raise questions about the collective human responsibility in changing the environments which they live in.
