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"Photographic Visions" is a biannual exhibition at PH21 Gallery showcasing mini-series of works from selected artists who submitted their portfolios for our solo exhibition competition. Our goal is to celebrate the work of photographers with progressive and visionary portfolios, pushing the boundaries of photography in the 21st century.

"Photographic Visions – Spring 2025" features three images presented in mini-series from 13 photographers.

To learn more about the photographers, click on their names to visit their respective websites.

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Exhibiting artists:​

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Laurie Blanksma​

Mark Twain once said "History doesn't repeat yet it often rhymes." Such is the case regarding the grim realities of political revolutions. Many stories have been written about it - Most notably the parable “Animal Farm” by George Orwell. Historically, no matter the original intent, it seems most political ideologies will always, inherently fall victim to power, greed, and oppression. With this in mind, I present my modern day interpretation of revolution aka “Bunt” (Revolt).

 

Roberto Crucitti​

My work explores the interplay between human-made structures and natural landscapes, seeking to capture moments of harmony and contrast. Through my lens, I aim to reveal the often-overlooked beauty in everyday scenes and inspire viewers to see their surroundings with fresh eyes.

 

Connor Daly​

I am currently engaged in several longterm projects both in the UK and abroad, focusing on various social and existential issues facing our society. Pyramiden is an abandoned Soviet town located in Svalbard, Norway. Its official original purpose was to provide infrastructure and housing to the mine workers and their families in the coal mine operation being undertaken in the mountainside. However, there is reason to believe that the whole operation was intended to project the Soviet Unions power and influence through their presence in an international region. The town is now a decaying memorial and unsettling reminder of the oppressive power of the former Soviet Union.

 

Janelle Freiman​

‘Spain’: At Sitges, Spain during Pride Festival this women exuded joy and colorful energy.

‘USA’: Boxer at work in San Diego, California

‘Zimbabwe: In Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, during work with an NGO, I had the pleasure to be in a remote village teaching photography to HS children. Photographers were taking pictures of them and they taking photos of us and us together. They were so ambitious it was a pleasure.

 

Sari Fried-Fiori​

Entering the present moment through my photography unveils a world rich with revelations, where grand details whisper secrets and subtle nuances hold profound meaning. I strive to capture the extraordinary in the ordinary, using natural light and spontaneous settings to frame stories as they unfold. My work spans diverse perspectives, from abstract to literal, minimalistic to metaphorical, always seeking to preserve the integrity and essence of each moment. Through my lens, every subject tells a story, inviting the viewer to see, feel, and connect in a new way. These three images examine the transformation of metal, where rust and time shape an evolving landscape influenced by both nature and human touch. Found in a local junkyard, these surfaces turn decay into a visual narrative of texture, color, and shadow, uncovering unexpected beauty.

 

Dan Gemkow​

Alter Ego: This project presents a series of self-portraits that were edited with AI software to recreate the subject, myself. I was initially inspired to begin making this work after seeing some very convincing “deep fake” videos. As I began making this work, I was surprised to see the limitations of the software as it did not keep any details such as age or gender consistent. In some cases this technology was unable to recognize basic information like the number of fingers on the human hand. Alter Ego is a visually playful reminder of the necessity of every viewer to continue to keep a discerning eye on all information presented as truth.

 

Kylo-Patrick Hart​

I have long realized that my way of observing and documenting the world around us — from what I decide to shoot to how I actually proceed in doing so — is unique to me as an artist, which is why I love expressing myself through the medium of photography. With my images, I strive to demonstrate that our world is a continuously fascinating and beautiful place offering endless aesthetic pleasures to those who take the time to observe its nuances intentionally closely. The three images included in this exhibition celebrate youthful beauty and the joys of being alive and well during a summer holiday experienced along the Italian coast.

 

Inbal Kristin​

Inbal is a multidisciplinary artist and art teacher. Born in 1980, holds a BA in Social Sciences and Media Design Engineering. Inbal integrates various mediums: photography, painting, and digital editing. Inbal has won international competitions and she has participated in international exhibitions, biennials, and festivals. Her works have been featured in international magazines and books. She held two solo exhibitions in Italy.

 

August Langhout​

I use double exposures, textures and colors to create ethereal landscapes that blur the line between reality and fantasy. My goal is to evoke a sense of wonder and to encourage others to see the world around them in new and different ways.

"Whispering Forest" is a dreamlike photo series where colors embody emotions, transforming the woodland into a living canvas of shifting moods. Misty blues evoke melancholy, golden hues radiate warmth, and deep emerald greens whisper of mystery, as light and shadow dance through the trees. Each image tells an unspoken story, inviting the viewer to feel the forest’s silent, emotional language.

 

Vita Levar​

My favorite fairy tales from my childhood always included an enchanted forest. It was home to talking animals, mythical and mystical creatures, and at least one witch. It was a place of magic, of wonder and awe, and of wisdom and transformation.The castle sounded nice, but I preferred the forest.

My images were created with photographs I made in my favorite forest in northern Wisconsin. Through intentional camera movement and layering, my intention was to create images reminiscent of the illustrations in those fairy tale books from long ago.

 

Michael Prais​

Reassembling images that remind me of my beneficial experiences challenges me and other viewers to recognize differences between photographs and memories. Memories are fragmented. Photographs do not store feeling nor emotion. Memories store emotions created by experiences and the actors that affect us. Photographs are not memories. The resemblance in photographs is an indiscriminate consumer of objects in a scene and is devoid of the emotional content stored in our memories.

 

Eszter Varga
It is a special kind of macro photography, an experiment with colorful lights. As I turn the lens, the view is similar like looking into a kaleidoscope and feels like landscapes of a surreal „nowhereland” would appear. Special world of unique formations of lights, shadows and colorful shapes. They are visible only for a moment, unrepeatable and it's my passion to catch them with the camera.

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