Conceptual nominee

The series "Broken", is a collection of self-portraits that express the harrowing feeling of being lost after the loss of a loved one and the journey to repair a broken soul in the face of the inclemency of life.

Rota was created in Colombia in 2021 after the resumption of the world following the pandemic.
Photography with digital montage.

I'm alone. I find myself and a mystery box. Who is the woman in the mirror? I wonder, at times, she has a hard face and when I blink she fades into many others. Time with this magic box passes slowly, marvelously, like the flapping of a butterfly that breaks the air. This time becomes a key, a key that opens the door to freedom.



Itaihosara explores through photography the externalization of her fears and insecurities, capturing fantasy-filled moments in which she can explore her inner-world to share with the world that we all live in. She photographs herself as the characters that inhabit those places, being the creator and actress of these stories helps her to confront her emotions and discover different perspectives on her personal journey of self-exploration.



While studying, and eventually earning a degree in dramatic arts, she found photography to be her best ally in battling depression and fighting against toxic beauty standards. Over time, this tool of self-healing became the refuge and outlet for her creativity. Her passion and experience as an actress influences the creation of characters and stories and serves to enhance how she can express her inner-universe.


Although her creations are derived