Exploring Friendship: I Captured 25 Artistic Portraits Of My Friend And Myself

Let me take you on a journey through friendship, creativity, and the unexpected twists of life.

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Here’s another dress from Katarina’s creative arsenal, infused with my longing to revisit classic fine art through intricate editing and rich textures.Kat’s embrace of the vibrant color red she used to hate, captured in the unique setting of a building’s hallway we seized to quickly craft our vision.

Unravel

After graduation, life once again took us in different directions. I moved away, and Kat started college. But she gave me her favorite childhood painting before we parted. It’s still hanging in my room, a cherished reminder of our bond. We kept in touch sporadically, snapping a few bad photos here and there, but nothing serious.

One of my favorite photos. My significant red, antique look, Katarina with disheveled hair. A combination of portraiture and fine art that I have been striving for for years.

To Run Aground

Most of the time Katarina is the one in front of the camera while I shoot and edit.On rare occasions we practice storytelling with objects. Kat helps me sometimes bring my ideas to life.

Untold Stories

With each click of the camera, our friendship grew stronger, and our creativity soared. We became unstoppable, turning thrift store finds into stunning costumes and even dabbling in fashion design. Katarina rediscovered her love for design and sewing, crafting garments that breathed life into our shoots.

The image that was made after we decided to switch a DIY lamp we used for lighting with a professional flash.We thrifted the outfit for a couple of dollars and started with learning the basics of how the flash works.

Hide And Seek

Kat and I have both longed for images on a sea shore, so we figured out we can go to a local beach on the Danube river and photoshop it so it looks like we’re somewhere remotely.Sometimes you don’t have all the possibilities in the world, and that’s fine.You can always take what you have and make it work.

Unsee

We decided then and there: this would be a year of creation. And what a year it’s been. Our creative energy spilled into every aspect of our lives, filling us with a newfound sense of fearlessness and optimism. Through our art, we found peace and purpose—a form of meditation that helped us navigate life’s challenges with grace. Our friendship kept growing with each photoshoot we did.

The only disagreement we have in our creative process revolves around the rating of photos for editing.While I may overlook certain nuances, Katarina’s discerning eye often unearths hidden gems, like with this particular photo.I recall hesitating between giving it 3 or 4 stars, whereas Katarina argued passionately for a 5-star rating.It’s funny how a memorable photo sticks with you, even if you initially don’t see its full potential among hundreds of others.

A Kiss With A Twist

“Young Tesla”

One of Katarina’s favorite photos, which is similar to the previous one.One thing always noticeable is that Katarina will always root for blue versions of images and I for red.

To Run Aground

My favorite image of Katarina. Pure visual poetry.

Ramonda

So here we are, sharing our creations with you hoping it sparks a fire in your soul, igniting a journey of your own that’s been waiting in the wings.

Let’s create, inspire, and embrace the beauty of life together.

Yearning for a break from our usual fine art escapades, Katarina desired a taste of ‘conventional beauty’ in our photography. Spotting an enchanting location, we boldly jumped the fence to gain access. The house and its picturesque yard captivated us, yet time proved to be far more fleeting than we had imagined.In our village, fence-hopping meant endless hours of photography fun. But in a bustling town, we soon learned that others were eager to join in the exploration, too.A valuable lesson learned indeed!

Conventional Beauty

As we embarked on one of our first photoshoots of the year, it marked the beginning of Katarina’s journey towards self-liberation in front of the camera.Amidst the array of folders for each model, one stood out: ‘Katarina as she is,’ serving as a lasting reminder of her authentic presence.

Kat

I love that Kat’s such a chameleon.One moment you’ll get a warrior-like, bigger than life expression and pose, and then the next she’ll be all tender, fragile and emotional.

Snow

My absolute favorite set. Fake Hollywood, melodrama and the thinnest line between a failed and 100% successful photo shoot.There was a moment of doubt when I wondered how people would react to these photos. Yet, in that same moment, I realized that this uncertainty signaled something significant.Stepping outside one’s comfort zone breeds unfamiliarity, leaving us unsure of what to expect.But in creativity, embracing the new is always a positive sign, especially for those who have been creating for an extended period.

Melodrama

Recreation of one of my older self-portraits done upon my wish.I thought the sister image to one of my most beloved images would be significant for our friendship.

Vigile 2