Foteini Zaglara is a self-portrait artist from Athens, Greece. Her work delves into fantasy and surrealism, using photography as a medium to weave intricate stories and deeply explore the realm of emotions. She has distinguished herself in many international photography competitions and her work has been exhibited in Europe and USA.
My storytelling is inspired by a myriad of influences drawn from everything around me. From the beauty of nature to the complexity of human emotions, from the stories of ancient myths to the realities of contemporary society, I find inspiration in the vast tapestry of life itself.
My imagination is sparked by the interplay of light and shadow, the nuances of color and texture, and the endless possibilities of the human experience. Ultimately, it is the exploration of these diverse elements that fuels my creativity and shapes my distinctive narrative style.
The series I entered into the MUSE Photography Awards is titled "Je est une autre," which is an ongoing collection of self-portraits I've been working on since 2018. Each photograph in this series tells a unique story, revealing different aspects of my personality and subjective identity.
The inspiration behind this project stems from the intriguing phrase by Rimbaud, "Je est un autre" (I is another), which explores the idea of self-objectification and introspection. Through this series, I delve into the concept of placing oneself in the narrative and identity of another persona, or "persona," as a means of understanding oneself detached from personal biases and experiences.
What sets this project apart is the intense directorial element combined with creative props, makeup, and vintage clothing, which enhance the storytelling and dramatic perspective of the images. I chose to enter this project into the MUSE Photography Awards because it embodies my artistic vision and represents a significant exploration of identity, storytelling, and creativity through self-portraiture.
Je est une autre | MUSE Photography Awards
An ongoing collection comprised of self-portraits since 2018. Each anthropocentric photograph states a story, revealing the different aspects of the individual’s personality and subjective identity... (read more here.)
Foteini Zaglara is a self-portrait artist from Athens, Greece. Her work delves into fantasy and surrealism, using photography as a medium to weave intricate stories and deeply explore the realm of emotions. She has distinguished herself in many international photography competitions and her work has been exhibited in Europe and USA.
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