ATARAXY 23  (2021), 2 minutes, Scanned 35mm. Colour.

 

ATARAXY 23 is an intimate portrait of Harvey Briggs, an ice hockey player and cyclist, set in South East London. The film traces his expression and presence through movement, exploring his ongoing pursuit of ecstasy and transcendence within motion.

 

An intimate exploration of finding stillness through movement.

 

All images are stills from ATARAXY 23. Courtesy of the artist. © Curtis Essel 2021