II. Bittersweet 2017

“You have to keep breaking your heart until it opens.”

– Rumi

Bittersweet Statement

With each faded rose, I carefully set the scene for my camera. These once vibrant Valentine's flowers now wear softer maroon shades. They each tell a story through graceful poses, as if whispering secrets. A captivating emotion stirs within me—gentle but complex, like a familiar tune that mixes comfort with a touch of longing. I know this feeling well; it's a mix of allure and haunting tenderness. I lose myself in the moment, capturing the roses' essence, trying to understand this mysterious ache even more.

Punturiero’s juxtaposition of visual elements makes the photos visually poetic.

LENSCULTURE ART PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS 2018 JUROR

I. STAY SOFT

III. CAN(N)IBAL

Rachel Punturiero
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