XVII. Steps Through History XVII

In "Steps Through History XVII," light and time play together in the tunnel, where the long shutter speed captures both the motion of the figure and the stillness of the space around them. Puddles reflect the backlight, shimmering with silver and sepia tones, adding layers of depth to the scene. The figure, blurred by movement, feels both timeless and contemporary, walking through history like a ghost. The interplay of high-key and low-key lighting creates a haunting, contemplative atmosphere. "All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream," wrote Edgar Allan Poe, and these images embody that dreamlike quality.