XXV. The Lantern Bearer XXV

"The Lantern Bearer XXV" presents a series of hauntingly beautiful images where the interplay of light and shadow creates a contemplative atmosphere. A solitary figure, standing on the surface of a lake, holds a lantern whose flame flickers and dances in the air. The long shutter speed captures the motion of the flame, creating a soft, ethereal glow that contrasts with the calm, still waters below.

The tarnished textures and sepia tones add a sense of history and timelessness to the photos, while the distant city lights offer a subtle reminder of the world beyond the solitude of the lake. The flame, sometimes vivid and bright, sometimes faint and fading, reminds us of Rainer Maria Rilke’s words: “Let life happen to you. Believe me: life is in the right, always.” "The Lantern Bearer XXV" reflects that quiet resilience, a spark of light in the darkening night.