The Hermitage. Craquelures
The craquelures on the surface of paintings are not merely fissures that appear over time; they are visual traces of history imprinted on the canvas. In my photographs, I explore the texture and details of these microscopic landscapes, transforming them into independent artistic images. These works emphasize the fragility and permanence of art, creating a dialogue between time, material, and human perception.
Simon Vouet, «Allegorical Portrait of Anne of Austria»
Ivan Adolsky, «Portrait of Tsarevna Anna Petrovna, ” 1740.
Ivan Nikitich Nikitin, «Portrait of Tsarevna Elizaveta Petrovna, ” 1712–1713
Andrey Matveevich Matveev, «Portrait of Peter I, ” 1720s–1730s.
Pourbus Senior, Francis «Female Portrait» (17th Century)
Greuze, Jean-Baptiste, «Head of a Young Girl, ” 1760s (before 1768).
Amberger, Christoph, «Portrait of a Young Woman with a White Insert on Her Dress» (after 1548)
Floris, Frans (Frans de Wintt), «Woman’s Head»
Unknown Spanish artist, «Christ Blessing» (16th century)
Cornelis of Haarlem (known as Cornelis de Lion) «Woman’s Portrait» (c. 1530–1540)
City. The Radiance of Winter
«Winter Radiance: A Play of Light and Shadow» explores the interaction between light and texture in a winter landscape through black and white photography. Sunlight reflecting off the snow creates a dramatic contrast of light and shadow, emphasizing the structure and fragility of winter nature. Increasing the exposure by 35% enhances the luminescence of the light, while completely darkening the shadows highlights detail and volume. This approach allows for a new perspective on winter—one where harsh nature gains softness and warmth through the interplay of light.
