Color
B&W
The Space between the Spaces
In this project I decontextualized, then reconstructed elements aimed at illustrating the fascination with space-time, self-awareness, and mystery. I perceive this process as an inner journey in constant flux, a fluid journey. Chemically, matter is in continuous transformation. In the artistic process, the interaction between photographic substances and the chemical reactions that occur are events that resemble "experiments". The result is unknown until it is completed. Here, mistakes, trials and retrials, composition and decomposition find their place. The way in which the chemically processed image support requires time to act and thus evolve towards a final product (or not) is essential in these "experiments". Metaphorically and even chemically, elements in photographic images can be perceived as living organisms leaving their mark. Creating in the analog photo lab is an incursion into the unknown, where the artistic process itself becomes a journey with varied nuances, where each step brings discoveries and surprising changes. It challenges me to leave the comfort zone and accept the uncertainty regarding the final outcome of each image. The works in this series are photographs that have been created using the Split Toning technique and experiments with Mordançage solutions, applied in multiple layers with wash baths in between.
In this project I decontextualized, then reconstructed elements aimed at illustrating the fascination with space-time, self-awareness, and mystery. I perceive this process as an inner journey in constant flux, a fluid journey. Chemically, matter is in continuous transformation. In the artistic process, the interaction between photographic substances and the chemical reactions that occur are events that resemble “experiments”. The result is unknown until it is completed. Here, mistakes, trials and retrials, composition and decomposition find their place. The way in which the chemically processed image support requires time to act and thus evolve towards a final product (or not) is essential in these “experiments”. Metaphorically and even chemically, elements in photographic images can be perceived as living organisms leaving their mark. Creating in the analog photo lab is an incursion into the unknown, where the artistic process itself becomes a journey with varied nuances, where each step brings discoveries and surprising changes. It challenges me to leave the comfort zone and accept the uncertainty regarding the final outcome of each image. The works in this series are photographs that have been created using the Split Toning technique and experiments with Mordançage solutions, applied in multiple layers with wash baths in between.
CHRYSALIS – Ongoing series, 2024
Imagine our planet Earth as an independent living entity, undergoing its own cycles of rest, regeneration, and transformation. Chrysalis explores this idea, portraying the Earth in a state of slumber, where the natural world becomes a cocoon for unseen changes. Through surreal imagery and ethereal blue tones, I delve into the interconnectedness between nature, the …
Imagine our planet Earth as an independent living entity, undergoing its own cycles of rest, regeneration, and transformation. Chrysalis explores this idea, portraying the Earth in a state of slumber, where the natural world becomes a cocoon for unseen changes. Through surreal imagery and ethereal blue tones, I delve into the interconnectedness between nature, the …
ÆON, 2020
This series delves into the theme of meditation. Meditation involves creating a void in the flow of thoughts, a pause in the involuntary discourse of the mind. It serves as a journey of self-discovery, offering a deeper understanding of artistic concerns. Whether pursued consciously or not, the act of creation can serve as a pathway to a meditative state. Connected to this meditative practice is the concept of "flow," where the artistic act itself becomes an act of presence. In Zen Buddhism, the meditation technique, zazen, embraces two essential aspects: the act of stopping ("shi") and the act of looking ("kan"). These principles extend beyond meditation, shaping the behavior of any observer, contemplator, or visual artist. Therefore, the process of creating art transforms into a meditative journey, where inspiration evolves into revelation. To underscore the inner life of humanity, I intentionally depersonalize the human presence in photographs. The character transforms into an observer of their own being and the surroundings. Using wide frames, in contrast to the character, emphasizes the human's position in relation to the vast universe from which the known and unknown manifest. This exploration aims to convey a transcendental shift – from the external landscapes, representing the outer world to an internal realm.This internal space becomes a realm of balance, introspection, and continuous transformation.
This series delves into the theme of meditation. Meditation involves creating a void in the flow of thoughts, a pause in the involuntary discourse of the mind. It serves as a journey of self-discovery, offering a deeper understanding of artistic concerns. Whether pursued consciously or not, the act of creation can serve as a pathway to a meditative state. Connected to this meditative practice is the concept of “flow,” where the artistic act itself becomes an act of presence. In Zen Buddhism, the meditation technique, zazen, embraces two essential aspects: the act of stopping (“shi”) and the act of looking (“kan”). These principles extend beyond meditation, shaping the behavior of any observer, contemplator, or visual artist. Therefore, the process of creating art transforms into a meditative journey, where inspiration evolves into revelation. To underscore the inner life of humanity, I intentionally depersonalize the human presence in photographs. The character transforms into an observer of their own being and the surroundings. Using wide frames, in contrast to the character, emphasizes the human’s position in relation to the vast universe from which the known and unknown manifest. This exploration aims to convey a transcendental shift – from the external landscapes, representing the outer world to an internal realm.This internal space becomes a realm of balance, introspection, and continuous transformation.