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Beyond the Mist – Photography Series

Beyond the mist is a photography art project by Skount, realized in Almagro, Spain.

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Exhibited at Almakan gallery, curated by Visual Therapy. Kuwait City, Kuwait. 2015

 
 
 
Beyond the mist, photography series by Skount.
 
 
Beyond the mist, photography series by Skount.

About Beyond the Mist

Beyond the Mist is a photography series by Skount that reflects on identity, masks, and the complexity of human connection. In today’s society, we navigate through a constant stream of information that subtly shapes our sense of self and compels us to adopt predefined roles. In this process, our instinctive nature becomes subdued, replaced by façades that allow us to adapt but distance us from authenticity. The mist emerges as a metaphor for ambiguity, fragility, and hidden emotions, inviting viewers to look inward, confront their masks, and seek clarity beyond appearances.

  • In today’s society, we navigate through a cloud of dense information, a constant barrage that often accumulates without our conscious awareness. This overwhelming influx of data subtly molds our understanding of self and our interactions with others, compelling us to adopt predefined roles that align with societal expectations.

    As we assimilate this information, we transform our raw, instinctive nature, crafting a version of ourselves that conforms to what is deemed socially acceptable. This metamorphosis requires us to suppress our desires, emotions, and the hidden nuances of our psyche. The true essence of our identity becomes obscured, replaced by façades, our metaphorical masks. These masks allow us to adapt and function within society, yet create a divide between who we genuinely are and who we present to the world.

    This phenomenon also influences the relationships we form. Often, they exist in a state of ambiguity, akin to fog, an obscured view that limits our ability to connect deeply with others. Within this haze, the orders and expectations imposed by a "civilized" society loom large, leaving us unable to pierce the surface of our interactions. We find ourselves entangled in fragile bonds, where authenticity is sacrificed for conformity.

    Beyond the Mist poetically portrays this struggle. The mist becomes a metaphor for the complexity of human existence and interpersonal relationships under the pressures of societal norms. The masked characters embody hidden emotions and fragmented identities, yet also suggest the possibility of emergence: a journey of introspection that challenges external narratives and seeks clarity beyond the fog.

  • PHOTOGRAPHY
    Giclée print on 310gr. Fine art paper
    Edition of 5 + 1AP of each piece
    Photo size: 40,5 × 63,5 cm
    Paper size: 50 × 70 cm

    Masks, styling and photography by Skount
    Models: Marta Garcia and Migui Tejada