Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2024 i Lens Magazine

https://www.cococreativestudio.com/ ”THROUGH THESE IMAGES, I HOPE TO HAVE OFFERED A WINDOW INTO THE BEAUTY OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT, WHICH SHINES BRIGHTLY AGAINST THE BACKDROP OF THEIR DAILY TOIL.”- JOSE JEULAND It’s been quite a while since my last contribution to Lens Magazine, a hiatus filled with the whirlwind of commercial photography shoots and directing videos for COCO Creative Studio. Yet, amidst the bustling world of professional endeavors, I found solace in returning to the heart of what ignited my passion – capturing the raw, authentic beauty of places and people through my lens. In this exclusive series, I delve into the enchanting landscapes of one of my favorite countries – Sri Lanka. Over the years, I've explored various facets of this island nation, from the bustling streets of Colombo to…

It is a pleasure to feature an exclusive interview with Pierpaolo Mittica, an award-winning Italian photographer and filmmaker who devotes his work to the human and environmental aspects of Chernobyl. His unique photography work has been featured in many international publications, including The Telegraph, The Guardian, Asian Geo, National Geographic U.S.A. l'Espresso, Internazionale, Alias del Manifesto, Vogue Italia, Corriere Della Sera, Repubblica, Panorama, Il Sole 24 ore, Oggi, Le Scienze, Vanity Fair, Photo magazine, Daylight Magazine, Days Japan International, The Asahi Shimbun, Sueddeutsche Zeitung, Spiegel, Wired U.S.A., and China Newsweek. He is co-author with Alessandro Tesei and Michele Marcolin of two documentary movies: Living Toxic, Russia (Produced by Sydonia, 2014) and Behind the Urals (Produced by Mondo in Cammino, 2015). The films were broadcast on many media and news channels,…

Namib desert, stark and rugged in its beauty, Surrounded by the striking ancient red dunes, one of the oldest and highest in the world, reaching 300-400 meters and scorched by the sun for thousands of years to a rusty red color. Sossusvlei pan was formed when the Tsauchab River flooded the desert, and the abundance of water allowed camel thorn trees to grow. However, as the climate changed, the sand dunes encroached on the pan, blocking the river from reaching the area. The Sossusvlei, also known as the Sossus Vlei, is located in Namibia and is a beige salt-clay pan in the Namib, surrounded by sand dunes, which is only used in rare good rainy years water leads. For a short time, a lake a few centimeters to several meters…

“I LOVE YOU, DON’T LEAVE ME.” Is a decade-long project based on photographs the artist took of glaciers in Antarctica and Greenland. The multiple series that belong to this project—each utilizing various disciplines, including performance, installation, photography (digital and analog), and experimentation—act like a collection of personal essays expressing her attachment to the sublime beauty of the ice and its ultimate loss caused by climate change’s impact. ”ICE: GREENLAND & ANTARCTICAICE IS A FRAGILE FORCE. ALTHOUGH IT CARVED THROUGH MOUNTAINS, CREATING PRAIRIES AND LAKES, ITS STRENGTH DIMINISHES EVERY DAY AS THE ICE MELTS, DRIPS AWAY, AND FAILS TO BE REPLENISHED. I PHOTOGRAPHED THIS ELEGANT, FRAGILE BEAUTY NEAR THE TOP OF THE EARTH IN GREENLAND AND SOUTH IN THE ANTARCTIC. I LOVE YOU DON’T LEAVE ME IS A BODY OF WORK…

Venturing into the realm of polar research photography transported me to a world of awe-inspiring beauty contrasted by the relentless forces of change and instability. The sight of glacial meltwater carving its path through ancient ice formations is both mesmerizing and humbling. I have learned to embrace the waiting games dictated by unpredictable polar conditions, knowing that each moment holds the potential for a remarkable shot. In this realm, my lens becomes a bridge between the ethereal beauty of polar landscapes and the tenacity of scientific exploration, capturing the essence of a world in constant transformation. ”About three-quarters of Earth’s freshwater is stored in glaciers and ice sheets. Supraglacial lakes that form on the surface influence ice melt dynamics and accelerate the melting process. The beauty of vivid green water…

“This series of photographs were taken in the woodlands of Madrid. A small mountain range full of history, It has served as the recreational area for Spanish Royalty, witnessed Napoleon defeat the Spanish army and is the setting for Hemingway’s "For Whom The Bell Tolls", where he depicted horrid combat during the Spanish Civil War. Its grounds are less rich in diversity but hold many hidden corners where birches, oaks, and pines mingle in fern-covered floors. This colorful and surrealist series of works takes on this unknown but extraordinary land. “I grew up on the outskirts of Madrid, Spain, and was involved in nature activities from a very young age. Trees and forests gradually became an obsession. My photography journey started very late. Assisting in fashion was my first experience…

Matteo Redaelli is a professional landscape photographer based in Milano, Italy. Travel is the artist’s passion, and he believes in different approaches to landscape photography. Redaelli’s personal interest and exploration in photography are broader and extend to various subjects, including Fine Art, Landscapes, Nature, Travel, Wildlife, and videography. Landscape photography is part of his work as a scientist with expertise in Biology. Redaelli is an international award-winning photographer and was awarded the Chromatic Awards for his fantastic work in the "Midnight in Lofoto" category in December 2023; the World Photo Annual 2023 Refocus award for Landscape; the Sony International Photo Award in 2018 and the Tokyo International Photo Award in 2017 A mong his collaborations with brands, you will find the cooperation with Oslo University with naturalistic pictures on Tvergastein…

”I flew into Panama City, Florida, with a number of travel journalism colleagues to do a much-needed retreat on St. George Island. It’s an ideal location to tune out and tune up in luxury. As we made our way along the coast, we stopped on occasion for some photo ops. My instinct is to take advantage of an opportunity when I see it rather than depend on the roll of the dice concept "it will be there later," for example, on our way back to the airport. Animals move, lighting conditions change, and there are too many variables. After crossing over the 4-mile Bryant Patton Memorial Bridge, we arrived on St. George Island, a beautiful 22-mile barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico with unspoiled beaches and a number of…

NEPAL “NEPAL AND INDIA CAN BE DISCOVERED FROM VARIOUS PERSPECTIVES. THIS TIME, I AIMED TO OBSERVE HOW RESIDENTS IN LARGE CITIES LIVE.” I started practicing photography over 5 years ago. My interests turned to extreme sports such as snowboarding, wakeboarding, and acrobatics. As a photographer, I began capturing precisely in these directions. Over time, I became interested in portrait photography and found working with light and shadow fascinating. I learned retouching and studio work for about a year and a half. In the winter of 2021 (when I worked as a photographer in a marketing agency), my first business trip to Tanzania changed everything. For the first time, I interacted with tribes, photographed wild animals, and took pictures of people on the streets. Since September 2022, I have traveled mainly…

“MY GOAL IS TO CREATE IMAGES THAT TRANSCEND THE ORDINARY AND REVEAL THE EXTRAORDINARY.” “EACH IMAGE TELLS A STORY OF R AW EMOTION AND UNTAMED BEAUTY, INVITING CONTEMPLATION AND AWE AS LIGHT AND SHADOW DANCE ACROSS RUGGED TERRAINS.” Jason Little is a U.S.-based photographer who creates works in fine arts, portraits, landscapes, and more. Jason has been published in People.com, with one of his images of the multiplatinum rapper and actor "Chingy," and has also been published in Aphro Magazine, Off Town Magazine, and Vogue Italia/Photo Vogue. Jason’s style of photography goes beyond capturing what is in front of the camera. His unique creative expression provokes the viewer to feel the emotions behind his images. As a photographer, Jason strives to capture the beauty and meaning of the world around…