TITLE: In a sentimental mood

In this frame, an air of mystery envelops the scene as two figures lean against a window, their silhouettes etched in shadows. The scene evoke a timeless sentiment, as though the image has been plucked from an era captured by the soulful notes of a melancholic jazz piece. The stark contrast between light and dark deepens the emotional resonance, suggesting a narrative that transcends the frame. The composition is a visual melody, akin to the bittersweet strains of jazz, inviting viewers to feel the unspoken emotions and imagine the soundtrack that accompanies this poignant moment.

AUTHOR: Alessio Ciardi (Italy)

I am experienced psychoanalyst who started shooting in analog, and I commenced my journey in the shadows of a darkroom, when I was very young. My photography is an attempt manifestation of the belief that the lens serves as a language of observation, not manipulation. Driven by a dedication to authenticity, I seek a balance between the unconscious, awareness, and simplicity. My work, free from formal acrobatics, invites observers to explore the profound through a gaze unaltered by the superficial: a visual journey into the unadulterated beauty of reality.