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‘Was she going to an appointment, maybe even a romantic one?’: ASA’s best phone picture

The Corsican photographer’s patience paid off when they captured this stunning silhouette of a young woman

‘Was she going to an appointment, maybe even a romantic one?’: ASA’s best phone picture

TL;DR

  • ASA captured a silhouette in their hometown of Bastia, Corsica, in the summer of 2018.
  • The photographer was drawn to the strong sunlight, sharp shadows, and clear shapes it created.
  • ASA uses their iPhone X for street photography, focusing on presence, movement, and contrast over individual identity.
  • The photographer hopes the images leave room for the viewer's imagination, allowing them to project their own stories.
  • ASA sees anonymity and silhouettes as a way for people to connect with photographs.