DSM.LAB/by A u r é l i e n DESMETTRE
DESMETTRE laboratoire / la.bɔ.ʁa.twaʁ /masculin
FILTERS/ All • ARCHITECTURE • REPORTAGE • STILL LIFE • STUDIO
Shot w/ Leica M6 ttl , Olympus MJU II
Film Stock Kodak Portra 400, Cinestill 800T
City Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Saint-Augustine, Key West
State Florida
Country USA
Florida's landscapes are revealed in all their splendor, yet also in their austerity, evoking solitude in the face of the immensity of the ocean and marshes.
Crowded streets and congested highways bear witness to the frenzy of urban life, where time seems to pass at a frenetic pace, leaving little room for contemplation. This series becomes a window onto a world of iconic architecture and evocative life moments.
Through the bustling streets of Miami, the glittering skyscrapers of Tampa, and the parks of Orlando, each image captures a unique facet of this sun-drenched state, where the raw beauty of the landscapes contrasts with the coldness and speed of American life. Yet, amidst this hustle and bustle, moments of tenderness and human connection emerge in often impersonal urban settings. These fleeting moments remind us that even in the midst of modernity and solitude, the essence of humanity persists—comforting and timeless.
Through each shot, echoes of American clichés resonate, silent witnesses to a vibrant and complex culture. It's an invitation to delve into the soul of Florida, to explore its contradictions and richness, and to better understand the web woven by its people and landscapes.
Category
REPORTAGE