Circles
Bára Prášilová
PRESS RELEASE
In her evocative photographic work, Bára Prášilová invites viewers to a meditative exploration of the cyclical nature of life. Through a lens that balances technique and chosen motif, Prášilová creates a visual narrative that encourages reflection on our shared experiences and the complex patterns that shape them.
For several years now, Prášilová has maintained a remarkably consistent visual language and an equally high standard of quality, as evidenced by numerous prestigious photography awards. Rarely does anything in her work deviate from the meticulously established standards she sets, from carefully conceived ideas to strong post-production. Prášilová has a sense of exaggeration that can sometimes be surprising, given the stark contrast between this quality and the meticulousness of her photographic processing.
As the recipient delves deeper into the “Circles” project, they begin to uncover the nuances hidden within each image. Prášilová’s work goes beyond mere observation; it becomes a probe into the interconnectedness of all beings and the recurring rhythms that govern our existence. The photographic exhibition transports the visitor to the precipice between the real and the fictional, at times opening up a surreal world. The viewer, thus, escapes rational facts and logical reasoning, yearning to momentarily become entangled in the scenarios reminiscent of childhood fantasy. The artist has also translated her imagination into the characteristic colors of her photographs, highlighting their purity and harmonious color scheme, as in a daydream.
The forms of circles that appear throughout the series serve as powerful metaphors. They evoke natural cycles, the ebb and flow of human emotions, and the stages of our life journeys. Each photograph presents a pivotal moment and invites the viewer to reflect on their own experiences and the seemingly endless loops that shape their identity. Prášilová’s thoughtful compositions and attention to detail elevate these moments from the ordinary to the extraordinary, transforming the act of viewing the work into an intimate encounter. The “Circles” project evokes a sense of wholeness and compels us to consider how our personal narratives are embedded within the broader context of collective being.
In each circle there is a story waiting to be told. Prášilová’s work transcends its visual medium and becomes a philosophical exploration of the nature of existence itself. This photographic series goes beyond simple representation and offers a profound commentary on the periodicity of life and the interconnectedness of all things.
