Nudes nominee

The photograph "Narcissus" depicts a man admiring his reflection in the water, evoking the mythological figure. This image discusses the fragility of modern relationships, where connections are superficial and disposable. The image symbolizes contemporary narcissism and individualism, reflecting the incessant search for validation and lack of commitment. Water represents the volatility of relationships, while Narcissus illustrates the loneliness and isolation resulting from self-involvement, encapsulating the critique of liquid society and its ephemeral human connections.

Claudia Missailidis was born in Brazil. She is an undergraduate student in Visual Arts at Universidade Veiga de Almeida. She previously studied Biology and Physics at Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro. Her first steps in photography were taken in late 2018 at the Núcleo de Estudos em Fotografia Contemporânea of the Sociedade Fluminense de Fotografia. Claudia develops personal projects, particularly those exploring visual poetics as a means of personal expression and the construction of meaning. Her photographic work is characterized by an intimate view of the world and spaces of affection, bringing to life the unique bond between people or between individuals and their places of emotional connection.