In the Palace
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Photographer
Nikolina Petolas
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Prize
Honorable Mention
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Jury Top 5 Selection
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Company/Studios
Ms.
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The portrayal of animals inhabiting overgrown palaces serves as a reflection of our contemporary society. This juxtaposition prompts us to ponder the consequences of human actions on the natural world and the potential for a world where nature reclaims spaces once dominated by humans.
The surreal and ironical element intensifies the narrative, encouraging viewers to question the consequences of our materialistic pursuits. Are we building a world where extravagance overshadows our connection with nature?
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Biography
Nikolina is a photographer and visual artist from Zagreb, Croatia.
With her works she searches to underline the psychological and social aspects of our identity and effects that endless soul searching has on our lives.
In her metaphorical presentations she uses the observation of inner conflicts and questions that arise from them, as as a dreamy and vivid example to show complex human emotions and drives, as well as her subjective personal experience of the world.
She exhibited worldwide and is a member of several international art projects.
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Awards
2019 - Donggang festival, Finalist
2019 – FAPA FineArt Photography Awards, Professional category, Bronze winner
2018 – Zagreb Salon, Open category, PSA Bronze winner
2017 – Best photo illustration, 1st award, Bookill festival, Serbia
2017 – Art competition - 'Reality we live in', 1st award - Kombinart, Sabac, Serbia
