Piece description from the artist
Location: Mansfield Hollow Lake, CT – 2023
During my recent visit to my hometown in Connecticut after many years, my cousin introduced me to several picturesque locations around Mansfield Hollow Lake for photography. Eagerly, I set out early the next day for the perfect spot. I discovered a tranquil, serene area and waited for the light. The anticipated light conditions did not materialize. Nevertheless, the drizzly weather by the lake stirred a deep and unexplainable sense of nostalgia in me, evoking memories of youthful days spent running and playing across this familiar landscape.
I patiently waited for the rain to ease before making this long-exposure photo. The vibrant contrast of colors between the lake and the surrounding land was beautifully complemented by the swiftly moving clouds, creating an image that enriched a morning filled with thought-provoking calm.
Santos "Sanzei" López is a fine art photographer for whom the camera is the culmination of a lifelong visual journey. His artistic practice was ignited in childhood with a simple 35mm film camera, a gift from his mother, who became his first subject and instilled in him the belief that photography could capture profound joy and connection.
This foundation evolved through decades of work as a graphic artist and graffiti writer, disciplines that permanently shaped his eye for composition, bold geometry, and layered texture. In 2015, he made a definitive commitment to photography, channeling this multidisciplinary vision into a focused pursuit of the definitive image.
Sanzei’s work transforms the contrasting landscapes of South Florida’s coasts and the Pacific Northwest into contemplative art. He approaches beaches, cityscapes, and mountain vistas as complex graphic arrangements, seeking the precise interplay of light, shadow, and form that transcends documentation to evoke feeling and narrative. His fine art pieces are featured on leading platforms like TurningArt.
Instagram: @SanzeiPhotography
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