Petri Damstén is a dark art photographer, digital artist and nerd from Kuopio, Finland. The passion for photography started after he retired from his day job as a software engineer. He explores the dark side of life in his art. Images are often moody...
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The image presents a striking, surreal composition featuring a man in a minimalistic setting. He stands in a dimly lit room, showcasing a blend of emotion and absurdity. Dressed in a plain white tank top and trousers, his face is obscured by a bandage, adding an element of mystery to the scene. Surrounding him on the ground are several sausage-like objects, arranged in a chaotic manner, contributing to the overall unsettling atmosphere. The stark contrast between the man's neutral attire and the surrounding greys emphasizes the artwork's themes of isolation and absurdity. The use of shadow and light plays a crucial role in enhancing the dramatic effect, providing depth to the character's pose and the items scattered around him. This piece promises to invoke curiosity and provoke thought, making it a compelling addition to contemporary art collections. This artwork can be used effectively in modern and eclectic interior spaces, such as galleries, creative workspaces, or homes with a focus on contemporary art. It could serve as a conversation starter when placed in living rooms, studios, or art display areas. Its unusual theme and striking imagery make it suitable for environments that embrace originality and provoke thought.
Image from my "The Dark Room" series - I got my first inspiration for this series while listening to my favourite metal band, Sentenced. It evolved to a collection of images of what a dark mind might look like from the inside. All the destructive thoughts that circulate in your brain and feelings that bring you down. The dark room inside of your own head.
After I began to put images online, comments that said some of these images remind them of their own thoughts started to appear. Especially feelings that the covid-19 isolation has brought to the surface for many people.
This series continues my work on images that handle mental health issues. In 2009 I was forced to retire from daily work because of depression. Since then, photography has played a significant role in my life as a therapy. Many people might think that images as dark as these get you down, but it's the contrary. And here we come back to the metal band Sentenced, whose songs started this series. They often had very dark and touching lyrics. After the band had retired, I read that several fans told them that their songs saved their lives.
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