Let's make Magic
While browsing my work it may be hard to believe that the magic in my images are created in complete darkness. That all of the fantastic effects in these portraits were inspired by the exchange between myself and that client. To believe that each electrifying streak of light was made by movements I made while painting with light , which is then captured by long exposure photography, not manipulated via photoshop. When you try light painting for yourself you will be immersed in the most extraordinary photographic magic trick, one that results in a truly unique experience for you to cherish and an innovative glowing portrait capturing the light essence that only you can radiate. Contact me today and let's make magic together.
What my work means to me
Light painting photography is a limitless tool in my quest to capture humanity. Painting portraits with light, I can honor not just an individual’s likeness, but their essence. Each image unveils a subject’s soul. I seek to reveal the divinity we all hold at our core.
Engaging in this experimental photography practice I’ve discovered new visual languages. Using darkness as my canvas, I paint the subject using light as my primary medium. Unorthodox materials such as tinsel spark like fire under my flashlight; swirling strings of light become electric rivers.
Light Painting is an intimate, moving experience beyond a common photo shoot. In the dark emotions are stirred; laughter erupts, tears may flow. A meditative, ritual quality is present in the natural rhythm of the work.
Sharing inky silence with strangers requires trust; it is paramount for truth to emerge. Through honest conversations I translate our experience into visuals, revealing the aura of a subject. The resulting effects are often misinterpreted as computer generated, but were crafted in that singular shared moment. I achieve magical realism in my portraits by channeling spiritual creativity while engaging intimately in trust with participants.
Ultimately, I seek to empower and connect people through my creations. By focusing my lens on women, people of color, creatives and community leaders I seek to spread their stories, while inviting them to meet their highest self. In exhibiting my work I amplify the messages of my subjects, celebrating, showcasing and honoring their magic and power. The photograph becomes a mirror reflecting the truth that we are not so different. We all hold magic within us. Facing the raw beauty of humanity has the potential to change the way we feel about ourselves and each other. Reflecting on our common magic creates opportunities to better align and empower ourselves, our communities and our world.
Creative resume
Linda Costa Cheranichit
aka Linda Costa
b. 1983, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Lives and works in Largo FL
info@lindacostaphotography.com | www.lindacostaphotography.com | 404.454.6257
Public Art Commissions
2012 Banho de Luz: a Light Bath Ritual., Atlanta, GA. Funding: Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs and Elevate ATL.
Solo Exhibitions
2016 Selected Works, The Studios at 5663, Pinellas Park, FL.
2015 Divine Feminine presented by the Auburn Avenue Research Library, Hammonds House Museum, Atlanta, GA.
2014-15 Transcend, Fulton County Arts and Culture, Aviation Community Cultural Center, Atlanta, GA.
2009 Studio Clout Presents: Linda Costa. Studio Clout, Atlanta, GA.
Group Exhibitions
2019 Creative PInellas 2019 Emerging Artist Exhibit (Opens September 12th), Creative Pinellas Gallery, Largo, FL.
The Reclamation Project: Celebrating Black Women & Beauty; Sinclair Gallery at The ArtsXchange, Atlanta, GA.
2018 The Reclamation Project: A Celebration/Retrospective of Black Beauty, Tri-Cities Tattoo Co., Atlanta, GA.
2017 Equality Florida Gala Auction, TPepins Hospitality Centre, Tampa, FL.
2016 Neon Dreams, The Sharpie, Treasure Island, FL
InstaPete: Instagram Art Show, Davidson Fine Art, St. Petersburg, FL.
Equality Florida Gala Auction, The Mahaffey Theater, St. Petersburg. FL.
Burnaway presents Art Crush Auction, Invitational, Mason Fine Art, Atlanta, GA.
2012 Brasil- Diaspora Dialogue, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, New Orleans, LA.
2011 Gentleman Jack Presents- Art Beats and Lyrics, The Compound, Atlanta, GA; Washington, D.C. and Houston,TX.
FORM artistic independence book release, Mint Gallery, Atlanta, GA.
SOPO Art Bike Show, The Goat Farm Arts Center, Atlanta, GA.
Burnaway Fundraiser, Krog Street Warehouse, Atlanta, GA.
2010 Bang! Arts Presents: The Egg Came First, 7Stages Theater Gallery, Atlanta, GA.
2009 ViewMaster Installment, The SoundBar, Chicago, IL.
2008 Youngblood Gallery Fundraiser, Atlanta, GA.
Light Painting Performance
2019 The Reclamation Project: Celebrating Black Women & Beauty; Sinclair Gallery at The ArtsXchange, Atlanta, GA.
2016 Neon Dreams: Live Fashion Shoot, The Sharpie, Treasure Island, FL
Print or Projection, commissioned by Jessica Scott-Felder, Swan Coach House Gallery, Atlanta, GA.
2015 Divine Feminine: Homage to Oxum, Hammonds House Museum, Atlanta, GA.
2012 Banho de Luz: a Light Bath Ritual., Carnegie Educational Pavilion, Atlanta, GA.
2010 Live Art with Marvel Comic Creators David Mack and Bill Sienkiewicz, DooGallery, Atlanta, GA.
2009 Street Clout II, Le Flash Festival, Studio Clout, Atlanta, GA
Collections
2014 Public Arts Collection, Fulton County Arts and Culture, Atlanta, GA.
Media Links
2019 Feagins, W., Jr: “The Reclamation Project: Opening Night.” Video, 2:01 m. https://app.frame.io/presentations/f3815981-d979-48c1-a83a-41b98abc3fb4
2016 Stubbs, Jordan: “Vicarious Engagement: Jessica Scott-Felder.” Performance at 2:32 minutes. Video, 7:26m. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aO4XbVb1VrY&t=152s
2015 Lewis, Rhea: “Divine Feminine: Oxumare.” Video, 4:12 m. https://youtu.be/SfnQ1pkTIIM
2012 Fulton Government Television: Fulton Today- February 9th, 2015. Interview at 14:47 minutes. Video, 25:00 m. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBfR-NWIzvM
Nailon, Renay: “Banho de Luz.” Video, 3:53 m. https://youtu.be/69qpvWo-RGQ
Henderson, Roni Nicole: “Moving Pictures Presents Banho de Luz.” Video, 1:28 m. https://youtu.be/sPvjhau0-ww
Henderson, Roni Nicole: “Moving Pictures Presents Banho de Luz.” Video, 4:14 m. https://youtu.be/fQ4PUFsw-QQ
Bibliography
2019 “Creative Pinellas announces recipients of 2019 Emerging Artist Grants.” Tampa Bay Newspapers, April 2019.
https://www.tbnweekly.com/pinellas_county/article_e1f45ca6-548c-11e9-ac64-77677811bfc9.html
2016 Razzano, Tiffany: “Studios at 5663 to celebrate grand opening.” Pinellas Park Beacon, April 2016. https://www.tbnweekly.com/diversions/museums_theater/article_85f514b7-f49f-562e-a50b-61ed169bf436.html
2016 Mintz, Donna: “Review: ‘Print or Projection’ Proves to Be Intelligent, Thought-Provoking and Brand New.” ArtsAtl.Com, January 21st , 2016. https://www.artsatl.org/review-print-or-projection/
2012 Pousner, Howard: “Elevate Series Returns to Downtown,” The Atlanta Journal Constitution (Print Edition), Sunday, October 7th, 2012.
Hall, Ed: “Preview: Elevate downtown arts festival adds 5K run, art walk, auction, street dance,” ArtsAtl.Com, October 2012. Photography. https://www.artsatl.org/elevate/
Feaster, Felicia: “Elevate makes art accessible by bringing it to city streets,” AJC.com, October, 2012. http://www.ajc.com/news/entertainment/arts-theater/elevate-makes-art-accessible-by-bringing-it-to-cit/nSdWc/
2012-15 Page, Jason D. : Various articles. LightPaintingPhotography.Com, October 2012 - September 2015.
http://lightpaintingphotography.com/light-painting-photography/banho-de-luz-a-light-bath-ritual/ http://lightpaintingphotography.com/light-painting-photography/transcend-light-painter-linda-costa-cheranichits-solo-exhibition/ http://lightpaintingphotography.com/light-painting-photography/light-painting-exhibition-by-linda-costa-cheranichit/
Published Works
2020 (Forthcoming) Maparyan, Layli: Womanism Rising; University of Illinois Press. Book cover.
2015 Cheranichit, Linda Costa: Transcend: Light Paintings by Linda Costa Cheranichit, self published.
2013 Davis, Theresa: After This We Go Dark, Sibling Rivalry Press. Book cover.
Semali, Yamin: Yamin. Yen Dollar Music. Album cover.
2011 Maparyan, Layli: The Womanist Idea: Contemporary Sociological Perspectives; Routledge, USA. Book cover.
Carter, Angela: Angela Carter Presents: Atlanta’s Finest, Sumona Productions. Featured.
2010 Poulton, Mark: “David Mack Interview,” Arcana Magazine, Vol. 1, Iss. 1; Arcana Comics, Australia. Photography.
Rising Appalachia, The Sails of Self, self released, 2010. Album Cover .
2009 Cyr, Linda: Art Revolution: Alternative Approaches for Fine Artists, North Light Books. Photography.
2008-11 Williams England Design (compiler), Form: Artistic Independence 2008 & 2011 editions, WE Design. Featured.
2007-10 Mack, David: Kabuki: The Alchemy (graphic novel). Reflections: Issues 9-12. Dream Logic: Issues 1-2. Marvel Publishing Inc. & Marvel’s ICON. Photography.
Awards
2019 Creative Pinellas 2019 Emerging Artist Grantee, Creative PInellas, Largo, FL.
CoStarters Arts Business course, grantee, Tampa Bay Innovation Center, St. Petersburg, FL.
2018 Community Impact Artist selected by Emory University’s Center for Creativity & Arts, Atlanta, GA.
2012 Grant recipient for Banho de Luz: a Light Bath Ritual, Funding: Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs and Elevate ATL.