Sometimes all it takes is a change in perspective to completely rediscover the familiar. This photograph shows a cityscape that has become a small world of its own thanks to the technique of polar distortion - a microcosm of houses, trees and streets, framed by a bright blue sky.
Photography allows us to play with shapes and dimensions. What appears straight and flat in everyday life is condensed here into a round planet. Roofs tilt inwards, trees grow like rays in all directions, and suddenly the impression of a floating sphere is created. It is precisely this effect that makes it so appealing: The ordinary is transformed into something extraordinary that surprises and fascinates.
Such images are more than just a gimmick - they invite us to look at our surroundings with fresh eyes. They remind us that every place has its own beauty, which only reveals itself through creativity and curiosity. This small world contains not only architecture and nature, but also the idea that photography is a tool for retelling familiar spaces.
Thorsten Güttes approaches photography not merely as a craft, but as a form of expression – a way of telling stories without words. His work moves between documentary precision and artistic interpretation. Whether detailed portraits of wildlife, atmospheric landscapes, or striking architectural compositions – he consistently succeeds.. Read more…