Conceptual nominee

The thin space which meets both sides, the bad & good, white & black, two opposites which live together yet are so different.
LINE is the border line between two different worlds. In my eyes LINE is a metaphor of our world. Through my abstract photographs
I want to highlight the thinness of difference between these worlds.

Can we really see the beauty of one side without meeting the other one? The white is never white without black and opposite.

I created the visual illusion on human bodies by painting dark parts on their bodies copying lines of the background.
There is no software manipulation in the photographs. Only bodypainting.

Michal Zahornacký is a Slovak photographer known for his artistic figurative portraits and urban photography with experimental elements. His work balances between reality and fiction, creating images that are both beautiful and thought-provoking.

Michal’s photography explores themes like identity, dynamics, traditions, and the human body. He is unafraid to experiment with photographic techniques, always seeking original visualizations of his subjects. His images are strong and focused, often highlighting just a few key details to evoke specific thoughts or emotions. He uses light and shading uniquely to add depth and structure to his photos, making his subjects stand out and inviting viewers to reflect on what they see.

Michal strives to infuse his personal perspective into each photograph, creating a unique visual language that resonates with his audience. His work has been exhibited in several countries, including China (Shanghai, Beijing), France (Paris), Slovakia (Bratislava), the Czech Republic (Krnov), and Poland (Belchatów). Michal Zahornacký continues to push the boundaries of photography, creating powerful and memorable visual art.