About Shadows and Reflections.

In my work, shadows and reflections take a central stage. They are more than just visual effects, they’re symbols that invite us to pause and consider who we are, how we perceive, and how transient everything truly is.

In every shadow lies a story that evades direct sight. Reflections show a world that is recognizable, but always filtered - distorted by context, time, and perspective. Together, they form a visual dialogue between the visible and the invisible, between being and appearing.

Shadows remind us that life is not black and white. They refer to the aspects of our existence that we are not always willing or able to face: the unconscious, the hidden, the nuanced. Reflections, on the other hand, invite introspection. In their distortion, we see ourselves not as we are, but as we experience ourselves: an interplay of identity, expectation, and memory.

These elements are fleeting and temporary. They appear only under specific conditions - depending on the fall of light, the time of day, or the position of the sun. Much like life itself, they are in constant motion. By capturing these "moments between the moments", space is created for reflection on time, impermanence and the importance of attention. In Japan, this concept is known as utsuroi.

Photographing shadow and reflection is more than a technical process. It is a philosophical exercise in which perception, composition, and timing converge. Which angle do I choose? What light is present? What becomes visible when you choose the invisible?

Each shot is an encounter - with the world and with yourself. The shadow shows what we often avoid; the reflection mirrors our desires and our doubts. 

By capturing these images, a silent invitation arises: to look more slowly, to feel more deeply, and to be more conscious. This is a challenge in an era focused on clarity and speed. My images offer something fundamentally different: nuance, layering, and room for the unspeakable.

They make the intangible visible—and bring us a little closer to what it means to be human.

April 2026

References :

"My exploration of light, shadow, and the perception of time is fueled by a dialogue between Eastern philosophy, science, and the classical traditions of monochrome art."

Jun’ichirō Tanizaki, In Praise of Shadows
Kitarō Nishida, An Inquiry into the Good
Daisetz T. Suzuki, Zen and Japanese Culture
Hiroshi Sugimoto
Uta Barth