JASON FRANZEN
Jason Franzen is an American photographer producing silent video albums as Stereoptics. The graphic precision of his work has captured the attention of major corporations and recording artists, including Prince for whom he served as Creative Director. His Stereoptics deliver ambient visual soundtracks for private and public spaces around the world.
“My father introduced me to the POWER of MUSIc through his collection of vinyl discs and magnetic tape.
I fell in love with the aesthetic of the music industry and found my CALLING without ever learning an instrument.
Stereoptics is my band, and I play the camera.”
STEREOPTICS
Ambient albums for your televisions.
Stereoptics reference the format of record albums, offering the visual equivalent of stereophonic music to create a wide sense of atmosphere for the audience. The works play as ambient soundtracks for your eyes - with no accompanying sound or music.
Say That Again from Scarlet Letters, Jason Franzen, 2023
Blonde on Blonde, Bob Dylan, 1966
Bitches Brew, Miles Davis, 1970
Parade, Prince and the Revolution, 1986
