CHAOS KID
by Alejandro González Serrano
HeyBoy Exclusive
CHAOS KID
by Alejandro González Serrano
HeyBoy Exclusive
Photographer: Alejandro González Serrano
Model: Christopher
Columbia
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Dive into “Chaos Kid,” where each frame pulses with the unbridled spirit of a bygone era, meticulously captured on the textured canvas of film. This series is a bold stride through the smoky backrooms of memory, where the glam and grit of the ’80s breathe anew. Photographer Alejandro González Serrano masterfully orchestrates a symphony of light and shadow, where Christopher, our Chaos Kid, channels the defiant roar of neopunk and the seductive purr of glam rock. Here, the lens is a time machine, the shutter a heartbeat, and every grain of film a fragment of soul spilled onto celluloid.
In these photographs, Alejandro speaks in whispers of rebellion and shouts of freedom, with each click echoing the intimate tales of a world draped in the fabrics of passion and the raw textures of authenticity. “Chaos Kid” is an invitation by HeyBoy Fanzine to lose yourself in the echoes of a mixtape era, to touch the textures of history, and to feel the pulse of stories untamed by digital perfection.
Dive into “Chaos Kid,” where each frame pulses with the unbridled spirit of a bygone era, meticulously captured on the textured canvas of film. This series is a bold stride through the smoky backrooms of memory, where the glam and grit of the ’80s breathe anew. Photographer Alejandro González Serrano masterfully orchestrates a symphony of light and shadow, where Christopher, our Chaos Kid, channels the defiant roar of neopunk and the seductive purr of glam rock. Here, the lens is a time machine, the shutter a heartbeat, and every grain of film a fragment of soul spilled onto celluloid.
In these photographs, Alejandro speaks in whispers of rebellion and shouts of freedom, with each click echoing the intimate tales of a world draped in the fabrics of passion and the raw textures of authenticity. “Chaos Kid” is an invitation by HeyBoy Fanzine to lose yourself in the echoes of a mixtape era, to touch the textures of history, and to feel the pulse of stories untamed by digital perfection.
To conclude, it’s worth mentioning that I decided not to sign with that agency.
Q) Dealing with themes such as depression and anxiety is profound and can be quite personal. Can you share how these themes emerge in your work, perhaps even in unexpected ways?
A) It is a way of transforming those taboo topics into something beautiful. Personally, I find the melancholy and rawness of life to be incredibly beautiful.
Q) Each photograph tells a story. Could you pick a photograph from “Chaos Kid” and share the narrative you see within it?
A) I think the photograph that best tells the story is the one where he is holding the microphone and letting out a scream in profile. But going back to a previous question,
analog photography is about capturing that moment and its imperfections. In the photograph where he has the tape player and is about to throw it away, it was quite epic and challenging for the model. He was holding a device from the 80s that could weigh more than him, and since it was analog photography, he had to remain very still. In that photo, he gave it his all as a model, and neither the model nor the tape player were harmed in the process of capturing that image.
Q) Your love for antiques seems to play a significant role in your artistic expression. Is there an antique piece that profoundly influenced one of your shoots?
A) It is with music. In my collection, I have gramophones from 1900, tube radios from the 1930s, vinyl players from the 1980s, and in this case, a tape player. By the way, these tape players sound great, and the music quality is unmatched. They are rare to see because it was always costly to acquire both the player and the tape. But everything in my collection works, and I still use them today.
Q) Your work not only represents a moment in time but also seems to reflect a movement within yourself. How has your art evolved with you over time?
A) I have improved in the way I take photos, and at this moment, I also develop the photos in the darkroom myself. I no longer rely on someone else to do it, and that is crucial when working with analog photography. By having full control over the process, I can ensure that the quality and result are impeccable.
Q) Lastly, if “Chaos Kid” was a track on a mixtape, which type of song would it be, and why?
A) Definitely, it would be the song “Bad Reputation” by Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. It reflects the vibes given off by the model and also resonates with my photography work. Knowing that everything is moving towards the digital realm, especially in modelling photography, I choose to go against the current. It may not be the easiest path, but I do what I do with love and passion. I will continue doing what I love, even if it may seem impractical or outdated.
