This photograph is an exploration of duality—between humanity and its primal origins. The subject, adorned with raven feathers, bridges the gap between modern identity and ancient symbolism. Feathers, long associated with flight, freedom, and mysticism, create a visual tension against the starkness of the human form.
Shot in monochrome, the absence of color intensifies this tension, inviting the viewer to focus on textures, expressions, and contrasts. The subject's direct gaze challenges conventional perceptions of vulnerability and strength, creating a dialogue about transformation, ritual, and the layers of identity we wear—both chosen and imposed.
By blending the organic with the constructed, this image seeks to evoke a visceral response and provoke questions about who we are when stripped of societal masks.