Nature nominee

"Emergence in Red” is a photographic series that takes the viewer on a visual journey of
healing and recovery. Embodied through withering red flowers captured in evocative
lighting and shadows, each image serves as a chapter in a narrative that unfolds from
depths of struggle to stages of renewal.

Born in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Alva Martin holds a Master’s Degree in Physics and has built a thriving international career in IT, forging a deep connection to technology. With an affinity for the digital realm, he channels this expertise into art, exploring the intersection of technology and creativity. His photography, often captured on mobile phones, tells striking visual stories about the complexities of human experience in today’s hyperconnected world.
Alva has received significant recognition, including the ENAIRE Photography Awards 2024 and the Official Selection of the IPA Awards. His work blends the technical precision of IT with the emotional depth of art, often exploring themes of melancholy, solitude, and beauty in unexpected places.