honorable mention
Gal Shahar israel
title
The fascinating melody of life
The women in these photographs embark on an intimate journey that blurs the line between imagination and reality. Life resembles a fascinating melody. A symphony. But have you ever truly listened to your inner voice and engaged in meaningful conversations with yourself?
The photos in the series present how our bodies express emotions and feelings that words cannot capture. Each woman in the photograph communicates her innermost self through her physical expression. The body serves as a bridge, connecting our inner and outer worlds. Behavior within this space mirrors the dynamic between these realms. We become intimate with ourselves when we expose our emotions, allow them to expand, and ultimately reveal our true selves.
Gal sees photography as a means of creating a wordless story. Capturing the moment by the camera and telling something hidden and mysterious. She draws her inspiration from the literature.
Photography like literature can tell and captivate the viewer with a plot and moments from life. In her photographs, she takes care to preserve a colorful and clean aesthetic combined with symmetry in the composition. Her goal is to create a balance in the photography that still will be an interesting story for the viewer when a hidden moment is revealed to his eyes.
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entry description
On contemplative days, I immerse myself in introspective thoughts, observing my surroundings and the space I inhabit. Thoughts pass by like glimpses through a car window, offering insights into my inner self through a private portal meant only for me. When I am disconnected, this window provides solace, allowing me to connect deeply to my true self. There are countless opportunities for observation in our life. Even the slightest and seemingly insignificant moments hold profound meanings. We often dwell in isolation, disconnected from our true selves, entangled with life's complications.The women in these photographs embark on an intimate journey that blurs the line between imagination and reality. Life resembles a fascinating melody. A symphony. But have you ever truly listened to your inner voice and engaged in meaningful conversations with yourself?
The photos in the series present how our bodies express emotions and feelings that words cannot capture. Each woman in the photograph communicates her innermost self through her physical expression. The body serves as a bridge, connecting our inner and outer worlds. Behavior within this space mirrors the dynamic between these realms. We become intimate with ourselves when we expose our emotions, allow them to expand, and ultimately reveal our true selves.
about the photographer
An Israeli photographer who graduated from the department of photography, in Bezalel academy of art and design, at Jerusalem. Participate in exhibitions in Israel and around the world.Gal sees photography as a means of creating a wordless story. Capturing the moment by the camera and telling something hidden and mysterious. She draws her inspiration from the literature.
Photography like literature can tell and captivate the viewer with a plot and moments from life. In her photographs, she takes care to preserve a colorful and clean aesthetic combined with symmetry in the composition. Her goal is to create a balance in the photography that still will be an interesting story for the viewer when a hidden moment is revealed to his eyes.
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