Void explores the raw, emotional vulnerability of the subject, capturing moments of intimacy and self-reflection. The journey began with a simple, yet significant moment: CC, the subject of the photos, taking a picture of me sitting by the window. When I saw her photos, I noticed a reflection of myself—one with a sense of stubbornness and separation. This moment marked the beginning of a deeper connection between us, built on mutual trust over the course of the shoot. I began to focus on the more gentle side of her, aiming to capture the subtle beauty that she might not have noticed in herself.

Water, a soft and flexible substance that holds all creation, became a key element in expressing the gentleness of women. As people often say, women are like water—fluid, nurturing, and capable of embracing change. I wanted to use this symbolism to express the delicate balance between strength and vulnerability. The process involved capturing not only outer reflections—such as gender, affection, color, and size—but also attempting to delve into the inner emotions of the subject through these elements. This mirrored my interpretation of Egon Schiele's works, where emotions are conveyed through the body and its movements.

While I had an initial vision for the photos, the reality of shooting with someone who is not a professional model brought a challenge. It required me to adjust my expectations and work with the subject’s authentic self. This series marked a turning point in my approach, where I sought to break through psychological barriers and capture intimate moments without the constraints of external defense mechanisms. In earlier photos, there was a metaphorical barrier—a piece of glass separating us. In contrast, in this series, the emotions are captured more directly, especially in a poignant moment when she was naked in the bathtub, confronting my camera. This moment felt like the edge of her emotional limits, and we paused to consider whether to continue. The courage it took for her to allow the shoot to progress was immense, and her bravery became a defining element of the project.

Ultimately, Void is a meditation on identity and self-acceptance, regardless of sexual orientation. As a lesbian, she is first and foremost a woman, with all the inherent beauty and complexity that defines her. The photographs convey this inner beauty, and when she saw them, she told me that she had never realized her body could be so beautiful. This series combines both digital and film cameras, experimenting with different mediums to capture the nuances of a single emotion—allowing the audience to experience the subject’s vulnerability, beauty, and strength in different ways. Each photograph, whether of her near the window in the morning or in more intimate settings, reveals the subtle layers of her emotional landscape, offering a rich, honest portrayal of her essence.