Immutable Sculptures of the Self
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PrizeHonorable Mention
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PhotographerMarco Barbera, Switzerland
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StudioMarco Barbera
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This is a series of black & white nudes, with dark background as negative space.
This series symbolically depicts the human being as a statue. This is to stress the immutable nature of the self, which beyond all misleading appearance never really changes.
The human being is a social animal that has to adapt to its social environment. But adaptation doesn’t mean change. The mission of the self is self-preservation despite any politically correct consideration. This is why this series also depicts the human being in different posture which all evoke self-protection.
I'm a photographer with a deep focus on capturing the intersection between movement, emotion, and form. Drawing inspiration from the elegance of dance and the complexities of human expression, my work explores the fragile balance between strength and vulnerability. Through the lens, I seek to reveal the hidden emotional depth within moments of physical grace.
Awards Best BW Nude Series of 2020, Pro cat. (MonoVisions Photography Awards 2020)
3rd Place Winner, Pro cat. (Monochrome Photography Awards, 2024)
Platinum Awards, Pro cat. (European Photography Awards, 2023)
Platinum Awards, Pro cat. (London Photography Awards, 2023)
Gold Award, Pro cat. (Tokyo International Foto Awards, 2024)
Gold Awards, Pro cat. (New York Photography Awards, 2024)
Gold Awards, Pro cat. (New York Photography Awards, 2023)
Gold Awards, Pro cat. (London Photography Awards, 2023)
Gold Awards, Pro cat. (European Photography Awards, 2023)
Gold Awards, Pro cat. (New York Photography Awards, 2021)
Silver Award, Pro cat. (Budapest Intl Photo Awards, 2021)
Bronze Award, Pro cat. (Tokyo International Foto Awards, 2021)
Bronze, Fine Art Nudes Pro cat. (PX3, Prix de la Photographie Paris 2020)
Honourable Mentions (Monochrome Photo Awards, TIFA, LPA, FAPA, IPA, APA, PX3, ND Awards)
