This image is a striking example of street photography in Barcelona, captured when the sun was low. The warm, golden yellow light of the afternoon falls across the scene, casting a soft glow on the pavement and the dog's fur. The tones range from warm shades of orange and yellow to cool greys and browns of the cardboard and street surface. At the centre is the dog, clearly visible and shrouded in sunlight, while its owner remains largely hidden behind a large piece of cardboard. Only the hands and a glimpse of the face betray its presence. The contrast between the animal standing free in the light and the human appearing to disappear anonymously in the shadows gives the image an alienating power. The colours, light and unexpected composition transform an everyday scene into a symbolic scene full of poetry and humour.
Sven is a photographer at heart and a free spirit by nature. A rocker with greasy hands from bikes, a wanderer in the wild, and a soul happiest in the wind. He loves to work conceptually, often weaving symbolism into his images... Read more…