Artist
Anca Punct
Raw Photography and Other Magical Territories: A Focused Journey
"Raw Photography and Other Magical Territories: A Focused Journey" is a project that embraces AI technology to expand the boundaries of visual expression. Each carefully selected raw photograph from Venice is transformed through AI algorithms, yielding a distinct and personal visual effect that continues to convey its original story. The project encourages the audience to perceive the world through a new lens, reflecting on how digital technology can reshape our understanding of reality. Structured into three interconnected subcategories - raw photographs, generative imagery, and mixed media works - this project establishes a dialogue between reality and digital reinterpretation, redefining traditional photography and fostering an ongoing discussion about the role of technology in art and our perception of reality.
Anca Punct – the artist behind the project Raw Photography and Other Magical Territories: A Focused Journey – has been selected for FUTURES due to her innovative and boundary-pushing approach to visual expression. By combining traditional raw photography with AI technology and mixed media techniques, the artist demonstrates a deep understanding of the intersection between nature and digital innovation.
Cosmin Gârleșteanu, the photographer behind the project Prismagination, has been selected due to the innovative and thought-provoking nature of his work. By skillfully using prisms to capture captivating real-life moments, he demonstrates a unique and imaginative approach to photography that challenges conventional perceptions. The photographer's ability to blend technical skill with artistic vision demonstrates a mastery of his craft.
Cristina Irian has been selected due to her unique and innovative approach to visual storytelling. By exploring the use of fragile personal objects like doilies and photographs to communicate and preserve memories, she brings a fresh perspective to the art of photography. Her focus on intertwining the female and male gazes adds depth to the work, offering a thought-provoking exploration of gender dynamics and intergenerational connections.
Elena Corbu has been selected as one of the FUTURES artists due to her unique ability to capture the essence of the inner journey and innate gifts through photography. Her portfolio demonstrates a deep understanding of the metamorphic nature of the creative process, going beyond mere aesthetics and technicalities to convey profound meaning and emotion through her work.
Georgiana Feidi has been selected due to her profound exploration of the theme of meditation through visual art. Her work delves into the concepts of meditation, self-discovery and the transformative nature of artistic creation. By intentionally depersonalising the human presence in photographs and using wide frames to emphasise the relationship between the individual and the universe, the photographer creates a visually striking and thought-provoking representation of the human experience.
