Interview: Wayne Levin

Hawaii based photographer Wayne Levin reflects on his lifelong career while preparing for a retrospective collection of his journey from underwater photography to documenting the civil rights movement. Wayne shares experiences from his collaborations, notably with Tom Farber, highlighting significant projects such as documenting Hansen's disease communities in Kalaupapa Molokai and the spiritual importance and military impacts on the island of Kaho'olawe. Wayne reflects on his involvement in the civil rights movement and serving in the Navy in this interview.

Wayne explores themes like the boundary of air, water, and land in his projects and continues to delve into humanity's place within larger ecosystems. This expansive interview encapsulates Wayne's artistic evolution, his philosophical reflections on individualism, collaboration and his deep connection to Hawaii's natural landscapes.

There is something really magical about Wayne’s photographs, he captures an essence and spirituality of space/place. I hope you enjoy this conversation with this inspirational photographer.

“The artist’s intention is not exactly to reveal the world beneath the surface, but, rather, to deepen the mystery”

-Thomas Farber, from introduction of Through a Liquid Mirror

Kudos to Thomas Farber for connecting me to Wayne.

All Photography Copyright Wayne Levin

Music Sample from Martha Argerich Ravel Gaspard de la nuit I. Ondine

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