Spin

• Photographer
  Astrid Krehan
• Technical Info
  In-camera multi-exposure, Nikon D850, 1/200-1/320s, f 8, ISO 500
• Photo Date
  2020-2021
• Website
  http://astridkrehan.com

SPIN originated through two emotional processes. Inspired by the Tamsui Lover's Bridge in Taipei the colors and patterns were created through in-camera multi-exposure. Stuck in Taipei at the start of 2020, my head was spinning about how to get back to our home in Shanghai. Post processing however was triggered in 2021 when we began to change our after Shanghai plans. Shanghai taught us what is important in life and that we had to go off the path that we originally chosen. The sudden realisation of the challenges that we were facing to make this drastic turn made my head severely spin.

• Biography
  With a background in surface science, I am drawn to details, patterns, textures, forms and colours that surround us and influence our feelings. They are the basis of my inspiration and provide the frames to my works. Through the combination of various camera techniques, I transform these frames and their colours into abstracts that bring my visual imagination to life. Having lived in a variety of countries I have the strong desire to bridge the gap of cultural differences and raise awareness to the beauty of nature through my works.
• Awards
  2024: Neutral Density Photography Awards (ND Awards) – Honorable Mention Awards, Special-Open Theme Category (1) 2024: 17th International Color Award – Nominee Awards-Abstract (2) 2023: Neutral Density Photography Awards (ND Awards) – Honorable Mention Awards, Fine Art – Abstract Category (2), Special-Open Theme Category (1) 2023: Tokyp International Foto Awards (TIFA) – Honorable Mention Awards, Fine Art – Abstract (4), Special Effects (1), Collage (1) 2023: Prix de la Photographie, Paris (px3) – Honorable Mention Awards, Fine Art - Collage (1), - Abstract (2), Special - Special Effects (2) 2023: Women Art Award, Berlin, Germany 2021: Photofairs Shanghai, Book of the Year Award, Shanghai, China