On a rainy night, a lone figure in traditional attire stands beneath a crimson umbrella. Backlit against the storm, the umbrella becomes both shield and symbol, its translucent surface glowing with quiet strength. Raindrops scatter like countless fragments of light, while the reflection on the wet ground doubles the sense of presence. This photograph transforms an ephemeral moment of weather into a timeless dialogue between tradition, nature, and silence.
Aliace (Uesan) is a Tokyo-based photographer whose work spans multiple genres, including fine art, architecture, astrophotography, macro, and motion. With a foundation in observing the night sky through telescopes, his transition to photography was driven by a desire to preserve ephemeral beauty through images. His approach emphasizes unconventional technical experimentation and non-standard perspectives, often seeking expressions that are visually striking yet conceptually resonant.