Breakdancer at Urbex site in East Groningen - Dynamics and Witnesses of Gone Glory by Elianne van Turennout

This impressive photograph, taken in 2017, shows a breakdancer at an urbex location in eastern Groningen. In an abandoned space, surrounded by silent witnesses of past glory, the dancer's energy comes all the more alive. The walls, with peeling paint and cracks, tell stories of days gone by. Against this desolate backdrop, the breakdancer shines like a bright spot in the darkness.

The flash light casts sharp contrasts and playful shadows across the scene, emphasising the dancer's movements. Every jump, turn and movement seems captured in a moment of pure expression, with the dancer transcending the boundaries of space and time. The picture exudes an atmosphere of movement, freedom and self-expression, perfectly blending the raw beauty of the urbex location with the graceful power of breakdance.

This photo captures not only the skill of the breakdancer, but also the power of the human spirit to find and create beauty even in the most unexpected and forgotten corners of the world. It is a tribute to passion, creativity and indomitable zest for life that connects us as human beings, regardless of time or place.

This artwork is ideal for lovers of urbex photography, dance and urban art. It is a perfect addition for living rooms, studios or galleries looking to add a unique and dynamic visual focus.

This artwork is offered by Elianne van Turennout

It all started with a4 paper and HB pencils. As a child I was often impressed by how beautiful the world around me was. The urge to capture this beautiful world, and to show the people around me what I saw, was actually there from the beginning. If I remember correctly, I was about eleven years old when I first met the camera. Of course it was a simple compact camera with a ridiculous quality, but I enjoyed it.

I sometimes said I wanted to be a photographer, but of course you have one of the two parents who says, "Dream on." Strangely enough, I followed the sarcastic remark as advice, and still went to study photography.

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