“I felt loneliness after a long time of being alone in my small Paris apartment. Suddenly, with no witnesses around, I began to see the space, which I had previously perceived as routine and completely uninteresting, in a different light. For example, I started noticing unconventional light sources that could be used as creative tools: light from the window, from an old dusty lamp, even from the refrigerator or microwave. And so I began my experiment with lighting, objects, and shapes that I could find in my apartment, without adding anything new. I made it a rule to limit myself to this space and the tools I could find within it (I don’t even have a tripod) to extract as much pure creativity as possible from this experiment. With this project, I want to illustrate that the intimate space and everyday objects we surround ourselves with can become powerful tools for self-expression.”
Andrii Bulavka, 2024
About the author:
Andrii Bulavka originates from Dnipro, Ukraine, where he completed his education at Oles Honchar Dnipro National University. After studying at Le Mans University in France from 2013-2014, he settled in France, where he now works at Chanel, handling website content. Andrii’s interest in photography sparked 10 years ago, but he seriously pursued it in 2020, inspired by French photographer Willi Ronis. Currently, Andrii is dedicated to discovering his unique visual style, seeking to engage with the Ukrainian photo community before extending his involvement to the French photographic scene.
Website: andriibulavka.squarespace.com
IG:@andrii.bulavka
