What pieces or projects have you been working on lately?
I have been focusing on my portrait and conceptual portrait projects working with various models for my photo series that explore themes such as identity, inner silence and emotional connection. I am also developing a personal project where I combine symbolic elements and visual narratives to delve into self-portraiture as a means of introspection and artistic expression.
What did you learn (or unlearn) while working on them?
I learned to see beyond technique: I discovered the importance of connecting with the person in front of the camera. I understood that a good portrait does not only depend on the light or the framing, but on the ability to generate trust and capture an authentic emotion. I also unlearned the idea that everything had to be perfect; I learned to embrace spontaneity, natural gestures and even imperfections, because many times that is where the true essence of the portrait lies.
What words, ideas or emotions were going through your head?
Nostalgia, stillness and beauty. The images can speak without words, telling stories that are there, but are not always clearly explained.
Were there any conversations, movies, music, or books that made their way into that work?
Yes, both culture and everyday experiences constantly creep into my work in one way or another. I love to be inspired by other artists and everything that surrounds me and pleases me.
Which visual artists inspired you and what attracted you to their way of working?
I think I have had the opportunity to observe many artists who have really shaped the path of visual art in my life. Two that come to mind when I think of those who have influenced me are Joel-Peter Witkin and Tim Burton. Both have a unique way of approaching the image, merging the aesthetic with the conceptual in a profound way.
The contrast between the beautiful and the grotesque, the real and the fantastic is something I love. Photography is not only a representation of what we see, but a door to what we don't see, to what we feel and think.
I am a Mexican photographer, I take portraits of women, fusing feminine beauty with dark and conceptual touches. My work explores femininity in a unique way.