Steve Ozone creates enigmatic still lifes of vegetables, flora, and fauna. Using  photography as his medium, he captures the essence of his subjects in ways that reveal  their hidden beauty and mystery. By photographing against a black background and  framing in two-inch-deep shadow boxes, Ozone creates a sense of depth and  dimensionality that draws the viewer in. His subjects are an exploration of his Japanese  and Chinese ancestry, reflecting the cultural traditions and symbolism that have shaped  his identity. Through his work, Ozone invites us to see the world in new and unexpected  ways, to appreciate the beauty and complexity of nature, and to contemplate our place  in the natural world.