Majestic ancient creatures. In the ground like old monuments. From the soil like monsters. In a dusty afternoon countryside, where the sun crashes into the reddish dirt, these creatures lie almost still.
“The acients.” The project composed of 13 shots transports the observer into a world where nature reveals its stories through its most ancient forms. The use of black and white film is not merely an aesthetic choice but serves to enhance the contrasts between light and shadow, aiming to increase the three-dimensionality of the images and transforming trees into entities that transcend time and space. Light sculpts the irregular surfaces of the trunks, highlighting every detail; these details become scars that morph into ancient stories etched into the bark.
The focus on specific details compels the observer to concentrate on the uniqueness of each natural element. This microscopic approach unveils a dimension overlooked in the broader view, leading to a greater appreciation of nature’s intricate complexities. Thus, each photograph becomes a discovery, an invitation to explore the micro-architecture of wood; it is in this visual approach that the project’s purpose emerges, transforming the ordinary into something purely aesthetic. The interaction between nature and photography is a central theme in “The Ancients.” The shapes of trees, captured through the lens, are transformed into abstract images. This process of transformation not only elevates the perception of trees from mere natural elements to expressive subjects but also prompts reflection on beauty within natural structures.
