She began to photograph the reflections—the way the ancient spire of a nearby church was distorted in the mirrored facade of a high-rise. This was the intersection she loved most. In her viewfinder, the jagged lines of modern architecture sliced through the soft, rounded edges of the past.
The project, to me, symbolizes a broader human experience. We are all, in a sense, engaged in photographing our own "old" and "new" - capturing the milestones, the transitions, and the transformations that mark our lives. Whether it's the birth of a child, a graduation, a move to a new home, or simply the changing seasons, we seek to hold onto these moments, to remember them vividly and share them with others. maturenl 24 03 29 irenka photographing my old s new
Why that date? It is early spring. In the Netherlands, March 24th can be cruel or kind—perhaps snowdrops and crocuses are up, but the wind still bites. She began to photograph the reflections—the way the
When I look at old photos, I'm struck by how much I've changed. My appearance, my style, and even my attitude have all undergone significant transformations. At first, it can be unsettling to confront my past self, but it's also liberating. I realize that I've shed old skin, just like a butterfly emerges from its cocoon. Photographing my old self allows me to confront my past, acknowledge my progress, and appreciate the person I've become. The project, to me, symbolizes a broader human experience