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Inna Etuvgi - Femininity + passepartout
No. 86374101
No. 86374101
'INSIDE THE DROP' is a macro photograph of Cladonia Stellaris lichens, taken in the verdant forests of Sweden by art photographer Inna Etuvgi, alias My Psychedelic Garden.
This image invites viewers to glimpse a whimsical reflection within a raindrop – a serendipitous silhouette resembling an animal. It's a celebration of those fleeting, magical moments where nature unveils its stories, allowing me a silent yet eloquent dialogue with the wilderness.
This photograph is a tribute to the lichens, those unsung architects of life, which lay the foundation for entire ecosystems on the sheer rock face. They are the silent sentinels of the forest, engaging in photosynthesis even beneath the winter snow, initiating the cycle of life where it seems least likely. The photograph, a testament to their quiet vitality, reminds us that every being, regardless of size, holds intrinsic value in the intricate web of nature.
Honoured as a finalist in the Arte Laguna Prize 16, 'INSIDE THE DROP' was exhibited at the prestigious Arsenale of Venice in 2023.
ABOUT THE PRINT:
Gicleè print on the Hahnemuehle Fine art paper + COA
The artwork is printed in a limited edition in a few sizes; this particular offer is for the Medium size with an image of 39x28.5cm, printed in a limited edition of 15.
The print is signed, numbered, and printed by the author.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Inna Etuvgi, hailing from Russia's Arctic shores, brings her technical background to light as a Swedish art photographer. Her artistic journey began in 2020, and in 2022, she gained recognition as a finalist in the Arte Laguna Prize 16. In 2023, she received an honour from the Swedish Arts Grants Committee. Etuvgi’s works are featured in “Photography in the Visual Culture” 22/23 book.
Navigating life with Aphantasia, Inna's mind doesn't visualise, but it pulsates with vivid concepts, emotions, and sensations. She uses her camera not merely to explore the world but to externalise her unique mental landscapes, making them visible.
Art critic Tabish Khan says about Inna’s art: “her work is about transporting us to other worlds - both real and imaginary, but always in harmony with nature. She may have a mind blind to visualisation, but she has eyes and a camera that capture the beauty in the worlds that the rest of us often overlook and take for granted.”
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