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Mon May 30, 2016, 08:57 PM May 2016

Photographer Creates Surreal Dreamscapes Inspired by the Brothers Grimm By Kristine Mitchell May 30

Through her photography, Laura Zalenga fashions a world of surreal dreamscapes. With a knack for exposing raw emotion and vulnerability, Zalenga’s portfolio is one to return to, time and time again. The young photographer makes use of intriguing shapes, light, and shadow to create magical images infused with a pervading sense of tranquillity.

Zalenga has established a distinct photographic niche for herself, using her portfolio to explore themes of melancholia and expose pure sentiments. Through her profound shots she depicts real life fairy-tales, throwing delicate models into wild and lovely landscapes to form graceful juxtapositions. Taking inspiration from the moody tales of the Brothers Grimm, she offers hauntingly beautiful visuals to the texts she grew up reading.

With her emotive subjects and diverse settings—which range from rich views shrouded in nature to empty, abstract tones—the German artist uses the negative space within her images to the fullest extent, maintaining a stunning Instagram account that showcases triptychs of her portraits. Simply put, Zalenga is a wildly talented young photographer. The self-taught artist nurtures a private passion for her craft, which translates into a collection of exceptional artwork. Pulling inspiration from music, emotions, and memories, Zalenga hopes to transmit a sense of calm and contemplation to her audience through her powerful portraits.




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