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In this image-rich composition, Peter captures a simple onion, but the symbolism goes far beyond that. The work shows an onion germinating, with sprouts proudly stretching out towards the light, as if trying to make their way out of the darkness. The dark background provides a dramatic contrast to the bright sprouts, fully emphasising the cycle of decay and new life.
Although Peter often captures landscapes and architecture, this still-life photograph is an intimate and contemplative exploration of nature. The melancholic undertone of the work is palpable, with the onion being not just an everyday object, but a symbol of transience and rebirth. The texture of the onion, with its dried skin and fragile sprouts, is enhanced by the subtle lighting, which gives the composition a tangible depth. This image invites the viewer to reflect on the beauty of the everyday and the inevitable circle of life and death, a theme deeply woven into the artistic vision of its creator.
Peter is a former photographer and self-taught with a classical background, who has enriched his art with modern digital techniques over the years. Although he originally worked with traditional photography, his focus is now on combining digital tools and AI-generated images, using his personal thoughts as inspiration... Read more…