Stay and feel
The series is a meditative exploration of mental wellness, centered on the simple yet profound act of being present. Through this images, I incorporate the symbolism of the Bird of Paradise flower—a representation of freedom and perspective—into a visual narrative about embracing life as it unfolds.
Using film photography and unembellished settings, the work reflects a philosophy of mindfulness: life is already as good as it is meant to be. Sometimes, all we need is to stay, feel, and appreciate the beauty of the moment.
For this series, I shot on a Nikon F100 using Kodak Portra 400 and Kodak Portra 800 film stocks to achieve a warm and natural aesthetic.
