Nocturnal Alchemy

Whatever deceives men seems to produce a magical enchantment, Plato observed. This series focuses on the expressive power of light and its essential role in shaping our perception and experience of the world. One notable technique illustrating this concept is day for night, a method used in cinematography that employs extreme underexposure to simulate nighttime scenes while filming in daylight. Light manipulation offers the ability to craft narratives that transcend conventional interpretations. This dynamic reflects a broader inquiry into the nature of truth, illusion and representation in photography prompting us to re-examine our gaze and explore alternate ways of seeing.