Rise of The Pawn (Chess Trio - The Silent Game)

Rise of the Pawn marks a pivotal moment in the Aftermath series — a visual reflection on resilience in the wake of unseen battles. The lone pawn, traditionally the weakest piece on a chessboard, is photographed emerging upright from a scene of past turmoil. Once fallen, now it stands — not as a victor, but as a being reborn. The silence around it is not emptiness, but potential. This image speaks to overlooked strength, the dignity of persistence, and the quiet turning point when inner power begins to surface. Through minimalism, shadow, and precision, the work invites viewers to see the sacred weight of humble transformation.

3 out of 10 available to be sold at Kulturnest (Limited Edition). Conceptual Fine Art Photography. Archival pigment print on Hahnemühle Photo Rag 308gsm, framed with acid-free mat, solid wood, and museum-grade non-reflective glass.

Production year: 2025.

Artist Statement

I use photography to explore what remains after a moment passes—the emotional residue, the unspoken and the unseen. My process is quiet and deliberate: I build symbolic scenes using objects charged with metaphor, shaping minimal compositions that carry layered meaning. I’m drawn to the aftermath of decisions, the silence that follows impact, and the tension between stillness and change. My photographs are not about the visible alone—they seek to evoke what is missing, hidden, or transformed. Shadows, textures, and controlled emptiness often speak as loudly as the subjects themselves. Through still life photography, I aim to create contemplative images that serve as mirrors for the viewer—reflecting the subtle disruptions, sacrifices, and awakenings that define the human experience.