Art galleries have long held a profound fascination for me—not only as spaces that house visual culture, but as dynamic environments where viewers become part of the aesthetic experience. My photographic practice centers on capturing the nuanced interactions between people and gallery spaces. I am particularly drawn to the unique lighting conditions, architectural compositions, and atmospheric qualities that emerge within these curated environments.
There is an inherently voyeuristic element in observing and documenting how individuals engage with art in public yet introspective ways. My work seeks to explore this tension between presence and observation, inviting viewers to consider their own roles as participants within cultural spaces. By framing moments of contemplation, movement, and stillness, I aim to highlight the layered visual narratives that unfold in the interplay between subject, artwork, and space.
The gallery, to me, is more than a backdrop—it is a site of aesthetic complexity. The lighting, whether diffused or dramatic, and the spatial relationships among artworks, walls, and viewers, provide a rich visual language that I interpret through photography. My images are composed with sensitivity to the formal elements of design and an acute awareness of the affective experiences that art spaces can evoke.
Through this ongoing body of work, I seek to challenge conventional perceptions of spectatorship, while celebrating the gallery as both a contemplative refuge and a performative stage.
