“This series serves as a metaphorical self-exploration of the impact of war. Each photograph is a reflection of the inner world, with my multi-tentacled creature becoming a mystical symbol of emotional state. The tentacles tell stories in the labyrinth of life’s trials.
Imagine what a sentient creature feels when caught in traps that are likely a threat to it, when its voice is unheard, when those who hunt do not comprehend the tragedy of the circumstances. The octopus, as a symbol of high intelligence, seeks to evade danger, swimming in the chaos of dark waters. The worms, as symbols of change and transformation, embody the primal fear of turbulent changes and the expectation of rebirth. The blurriness of the images underscores the instability and uncertainty of life, giving the frame a mystical and gloomy hue”. (Anton Konovalenko)
Anton Konovalenko, born in 1985 in Dnipro.
” In 2005, I graduated from a hairdressing school. Since 2006, I have been living and working in Kyiv.
Photography has attracted me since childhood. For a long time, I was involved in mobile photography, and since 2022, I have started gaining professional knowledge in digital photography. I am also passionate about analog photography. I love to experiment, capture the essence of humanity, its moods, and experiences in any form, exploring its state, emotions, and so on.
Currently, I am a student at the MYPH school.”
Instagram: @antinko
