2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting
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Photographer
Serena Dzenis
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Humankind is leaving a profound legacy on Earth, turning it into the sanctuary that we want it to be or perhaps farewelling a paradise that we’ve already lost.
‘2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting’ explores themes of futurism, human construction, as well as the wonders and dangers associated with science. The aim of this project is to utilise existing structures within the Icelandic landscape to transport the viewer’s imagination to another world that exists outside of time – one where the conversation centres on questions about dreams for a better life amidst the darker side of human ideals.
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Biography
Serena Dzenis is a lens-based artist from Australia who resides in Iceland. She uses her work to tell stories about science, conservation, environmental issues and the future of mankind.
Serena’s photographs focus on capturing the otherworldliness that is sometimes associated with nature and human constructions on our own planet. The emphasis of her art is on storytelling within the landscape – connecting with the land and exploring the outcomes of human desires while immersing oneself in the rhythms and dangers associated with the living presence of this world.
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Awards
Laureate of the Projection Evening, “2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting” | International Photography Symposium NIDA. Meeting Photography 2022
Commended, “2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting” | Siena Creative Photo Awards 2022
Aesthetica Editorial Award, “2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting” | Aesthetica Magazine, Belfast Photo Festival 2022
1st Place Winner, “2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting” | Professional Architecture, 8th Fine Art Photography Awards 2021-2022
Highly Commended, “2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting” | Belfast Photo Festival 2022
Shortlisted, “2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting” | Professional Competition, Architecture & Design, 2022 Sony World Photography Awards
Shortlisted, “2021 ± II: Utopia Broadcasting” | BBA Photography Prize 2021, BBA Gallery
Finalist, “Acquiescence” | Siena International Photo Awards, The Beauty of Nature Category
Commended Portfolios, “Island Home” & Arctic Dreams” | Capture Magazine: Australia’s Top Emerging Photographers, Landscape Category
Shortlisted, "South-East Coastal Rendezvous" | Australian Photography Magazine: Long Exposure Competition
Honourable Mention, “Cracked Heirloom” | IPA International Photography Awards, Fine Art: Landscape Category
Overall Winner “Acquiescence” & Finalist Landscape Category “Cracked Heirloom” | Being YoUnique International Photography Contest, Children’s Tumour Foundation Australia
