MOVEMENTS
In this project, I aim to capture the emotional turbulence I am currently experiencing. By using long exposure and harsh shadows, I create images that appear ghostly, evoking memories of the past. These visual elements reflect how my thoughts often return to past events that have hurt and shaped me, leading to a state of mental confusion. In my attempt to bring order to this inner turmoil, I inadvertently create chaos. However, through the metaphor of dance, I also convey a sense of hope for a brighter future, symbolized by light descending from above. Yet, alongside this hope is the lingering fear that the future may still be shrouded in darkness and pain. The veil in my imagery represents the weight of these emotions that I carry.
SINGLE COLOR STUDY
LIMITS
My project delves into a pivotal and fragile phase of life where individuals are caught between making personal choices and following the predetermined path imposed by societal expectations or external pressures. Through my lens, I explore the confinement of many experiences, regardless of age, where they are trapped in roles that don’t align with their true selves. This dissonance often leads to a deep sense of dissatisfaction and an inner darkness that inhibits personal growth and self-expression. My work aims to illuminate this inner conflict, revealing the struggles that prevent individuals from embracing their authentic identity and potential.
LONG EXPOSURE STUDY
DISTORTED REALITIES
This series of three photographs is the result of an experiment in image manipulation.
The first image, in black and white, presents a human face with closed eyes and lips, conveying a sense of stillness. The figure appears clear and calm, with well-defined, linear features. The second image, a negative of the first, introduces a tonal inversion: where there was black, now there is white, and vice versa. This shift creates a different atmosphere. While the facial features are still visible, they appear more distorted. Notably, the eyes are now open, as if the subject is staring at something, adding an unsettling sense of presence. The third image is the most distorted. Shadows are completely removed, leaving only stark black and white contrasts. The face, once clear and structured, now appears deformed and fragmented. The eyes seem to look upwards, and the mouth, previously closed in both earlier images, is now open, as if about to whisper. Together, the three photographs illustrate the gradual transformation of a traditional portrait through digital manipulation. They challenge our perception, showing how subtle changes can alter not only the form but also the emotional and narrative impact of an image, maintaining a sense of continuity, yet becoming increasingly abstract.
The first image, in black and white, presents a human face with closed eyes and lips, conveying a sense of stillness. The figure appears clear and calm, with well-defined, linear features. The second image, a negative of the first, introduces a tonal inversion: where there was black, now there is white, and vice versa. This shift creates a different atmosphere. While the facial features are still visible, they appear more distorted. Notably, the eyes are now open, as if the subject is staring at something, adding an unsettling sense of presence. The third image is the most distorted. Shadows are completely removed, leaving only stark black and white contrasts. The face, once clear and structured, now appears deformed and fragmented. The eyes seem to look upwards, and the mouth, previously closed in both earlier images, is now open, as if about to whisper. Together, the three photographs illustrate the gradual transformation of a traditional portrait through digital manipulation. They challenge our perception, showing how subtle changes can alter not only the form but also the emotional and narrative impact of an image, maintaining a sense of continuity, yet becoming increasingly abstract.
THE UGLY DUCKLING
As a child, I was passionate about ballet, like many girls in my circle, and dreamed of becoming a professional dancer. However, as I grew older, I began to notice differences in my body compared to my peers. By the time I was not yet 10 years old, my teachers had started commenting on my body, labeling me as "chubby." These remarks deeply affected me, and I became self-conscious, afraid to reveal my body, leading me to wear loose clothing until I was 14. For this project, I chose to revisit a significant moment—my last dance performance. The dress worn in the photograph holds sentimental value, and while it is my close friend who wears it, I obscured her face to envision myself in her place. This piece symbolizes my journey with body image and the emotional impact of those early experiences.
BLUE SWAN
In this series, I explore the deeply introspective journey of self-acceptance and resilience, personified through the figure of a female dancer. Each photograph captures her reflective moments—either gazing into a mirror or lost in thought—representing the internal dialogue she engages in while confronting personal struggles. Her graceful, ethereal presence stands in stark contrast to the desolate backdrop, symbolizing the tension between finding beauty and solace amid life's adversities. Through this visual narrative, I invite viewers to contemplate the intersection of identity, societal pressures, and the enduring pursuit of self-acceptance in a challenging world.
