As the self-isolation/ social distancing is well into its second month here in North Macedonia, many of us are trying to get a grip on the situation the best way we can.
Self-portraits in self-isolation
What does a photographer do in times of social distancing and isolation?
By now most of us have been in isolation/ social distancing for at least a while now. The government measures here began about a month ago and since all my work engagement ceased at the same moment, my isolation began effectively. As a portrait/ architecture photographer, meeting new people and going new places were big "no no"s in the given situation, so I have had to find ways in which to keep on being productive during this time.
Last minute April Fools Day costumes
Today is the 1st of April a.k.a. April Fools Day. In my country it's a custom to have masquerades on this day, but I myself am not a big fan of masquerades (nor was I ever). However, in the odd chance that I should actually attend a masquerade in a mask, I always have a... Continue Reading →
Conceptual self-portrait: from idea to finished project
December was a dark month. Literally, there was not a whole lot of light to work with. After publishing a book in November 2018 (and working on that book for the past year) I decided to take a month off and work only if I felt inspired. But I was tired- I was coming off... Continue Reading →
The creative and the deadline: how to finish a project in the long haul?
About a month ago I published my first photography book Skopje- architecture as a photographic sculpture (1963-1990)(available for purchase at any Literatura.mk bookstore). For me, this was the biggest and longest project I've done so far, lasting effectively about 11 months. It wasn't a hard process, but it certainly needed the most discipline I've given anything since... Continue Reading →
