MIND STUFF : ART PRE SALE

About the Artist

I’m a visual artist working exclusively in analog film photography and historic darkroom printing processes: silver gelatin, platinum palladium, cyanotype, and wet plate collodion. Every piece is handmade in the darkroom by me, making each one-of-a-kind and deeply physical in its presence.

My work has been exhibited internationally, is held in private collections, and will be featured in the upcoming Tokyo Art Fair. As one of the very few Black artists working exclusively in traditional analog photographic methods, my work holds both cultural and artistic significance—at a time when Black artists are making historic strides in international art markets.

About the Project: Mind Stuff

Mind Stuff is an introspective cinematic and photographic series that investigates the emotional drama between one’s past and future self. Through single-channel film installations and hand-printed photographic stills, the work explores deep psychological and existential tensions—conflict, clarity, shadow, and transformation.

Rooted entirely in analog filmmaking and darkroom printing, this project is resource-intensive, both creatively and materially. Your pre-sale support helps bring this vision to completion.

Why This Pre-Sale Matters

This is a unique opportunity to collect rare, handcrafted artwork from an artist at a key inflection point in his career. As an early collector, you gain:

  • Access to exclusive, limited-edition works

  • Pricing well below gallery value

  • First access to future projects

  • $400–$3,500 tax-deductible depending on your tier

  • Priority selection once images are released

  • Participation in an emerging artist’s long-term trajectory

  • The satisfaction of supporting youth-focused arts programming

“Your early investment directly funds the completion of this analog film project, while positioning you among my earliest core collectors.”

Presale Artworks

1. Silver Gelatin Still Print – $500

  • Edition of 9

  • 8x10 silver gelatin print, matted and framed to 14x18 inches

  • Printed and processed by hand in the darkroom

  • Includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity and personal thank-you note

  • $400 is tax-deductible

  • Regular value: $1,000+

Delivery: September 15, 2025

2. Film Installation – $5,000

  • Edition of 5

  • Single-channel film on infinite loop

  • Framed dimensions: 20½ x 12⅝ x 2¾ inches

  • Signed and editioned by artist

  • $3,500 is tax-deductible

  • Regular value: $7,500+

Delivery: September 15, 2025

How To Order

  1. Explore the Descriptions
    Visit the gallery page to read detailed, written descriptions of each piece’s conceptual and emotional intention.
    (PLEASE NOTE —> Images will be released closer to delivery; early buyers will have first choice.)

  2. Make Your Selection
    Choose the description that resonates. Once the full images are ready, you’ll finalize your choice.

  3. Make Your Donation
    Go to twistbrain.org to complete your tax-deductible contribution through my fiscal sponsor, Fractured Atlas.

Why This Matters Now:

  • Working with analog film and darkroom printing is costly and labor-intensive. Your support helps uphold the integrity of this rare and endangered craft.

  • You’re not just collecting art—you’re supporting a living artist working in rare traditional media.

  • This presale gives you access to work before its public release and full gallery pricing.

  • Collecting from artists of color, particularly in analog mediums, offers cultural value, scarcity, and future growth potential.

Research & Education for Collectors

To better understand the market and long-term value of collecting this type of work:

  • Silver Gelatin Photography Examples on Artsy

  • Silver Gelatin Photography on 1stDibs

  • Should Video Art Be on Your Collecting Radar?

  • Why Video Art Is Reshaping the Gallery World

Also, explore my blog posts about collecting fine art photography here: stephantwist.com/collecting

Want to Talk First?

I'm happy to offer a complimentary art advisory conversation if you'd like to learn more about the project, analog photography, or art acquisition.

Book here: stephantwist.com/advisory

Final Thought

This is more than a transaction—it’s a creative partnership. Early collectors not only receive an artwork of enduring beauty, but also become part of the story behind its making.