ALICE LOAYZA

My work is rooted in film photography and deeply inspired by the spirit of Americana - the open road, quiet corners, and the vast, often people-less landscapes of the United States. Originally from the UK, I moved here in 2021 and was immediately struck by the rawness and expansiveness of the American environment. This sense of scale, paired with the subtle stories woven into roadside motels, forgotten towns, and endless highways, has become the central focus of my practice.

Working with film is an intentional choice. The process slows me down, forcing me to be deliberate with each frame. I value this pace, as it mirrors the way I experience the landscapes themselves - with patience, attentiveness, and respect. The richness of film tones, their ability to capture both the muted and the vibrant, feels uniquely suited to the wildness and contradictions of the American landscape. In this way, film not only documents but also amplifies the character of the places I encounter.

My influences include William Eggleston, Stephen Shore, and Joel Sternfeld - photographers who transformed everyday American scenes into visual poetry. Like them, I aim to create work that is both observational and evocative, finding meaning in what might otherwise go unnoticed. Ultimately, my photography is about exploring place and presence, and how landscapes hold the weight of history, memory, and culture. Each image is a fragment of the American story, seen through my lens as both an outsider and a participant.