Selva oscura II – Macizo, Pigment Prints, 2018

Miguel Winograd  

Selva oscura II – Macizo, 2018 by Miguel Winograd. From the Series Bruma. Pigment Prints Sheet Size: 43.3 in H x 36.2 in W. Image size: 37.8 in H x 30.7 in W. Edition of 5. More Editions & Sizes:. Medium: 24 in H x 20 in W.  Edition of 7 Black and white Edition  Unframed

What began as a pretext to exercise MIguel Wynograd's gaze, little by little became a meditation on different intertwined temporalities. The superposition of very ancient times with dynamic and fleeting cycles: from the geological time of formation of those mountains, through the recurring periods of flowering and decay of plant life, to the immediate oscillation of a climate that oscillates between extremes: all stations in a day, sometimes in an hour or less. And at the same time, traces of many pasts persist in a spectral present. Ghosts. Melancholic friars wandering in the fog. Land of deities and demons.

This striking black-and-white photograph captures the intricate network of densely intertwined tree branches and trunks, enveloped in rich, textured moss. The monochrome palette accentuates the dramatic contrast between the dark, gnarled wood and the soft, almost ethereal quality of the moss, creating a visually arresting composition. The upward angle of the shot induces a sense of towering grandeur, emphasizing the ancient majesty of the trees. Light filtering through the branches adds depth, highlighting the elaborate patterns formed by the natural growth. This artwork masterfully blends texture and contrast, inviting viewers to explore the complexity and beauty of nature’s raw, yet delicate formations. The use of high contrast and fine detail celebrates the timeless elegance and mysterious allure of forest ecosystems.