Still Life

I have always had an appreciation for visual arts, for as long as I can remember. About six or seven years ago, I began pursuing photography. Initially, I focused on capturing landscapes and deserted streets, aiming to convey a certain mood and highlight the architectural details. While I didn't mind the occasional human presence, it was not my main focus. I shared my photos exclusively in a local Facebook group dedicated to my hometown and received positive feedback, which encouraged me to keep going. However, my interest in street photography soon developed, and I began to view people through a whole new lens. I was intrigued by their attitudes, movements, and interactions. This was a pivotal moment in my photographic journey, as it encouraged me to take photography more seriously. I started watching YouTube videos of great photographers, whom I had never heard of before. It was an entirely new world for me, and I was excited to discover such beautiful images.

I enjoy taking "still life" photos very much. The process is fulfilling, and I find it exciting to be out there and let things happen. Sometimes the right shot comes naturally, and other times I have to work hard to make it happen. What fascinates me about still life photography is the ability to convey strong emotions through small things, details, or ordinary elements of daily life. An interesting angle, a combination of shapes or colors can make things appear in a new way and reveal surprising beauty. This idea of seeking something different in ordinary scenes and finding captivating stories within them is what drew me to this art form. It is exhilarating to explore this dimension of photography, and I particularly enjoy how it can also be abstract. When I take these photos, I feel a certain poetic quality that speaks to me on a personal level, and that is just cool.