Photographed in Lefki, near Kastoria, this image is structured through grouping, depth, and directional movement.
Five figures are arranged across different planes of space. Two occupy the foreground, positioned close to the camera with strong frontal presence. Behind them, three additional figures are distributed along the staircase, creating a clear progression into depth.
The staircase introduces a diagonal structure that contrasts with the otherwise frontal arrangement. This diagonal element organizes the composition, guiding the eye from the foreground into the background.
Each figure maintains an independent stance, yet the grouping functions as a single unit. The repeated gestures and garments create visual cohesion without requiring symmetry.
The walls and surfaces are heavily textured, forming a continuous backdrop that reinforces the raw character of the environment. This contrasts with the precision and structure of the costumes.
Light is diffused across the space, allowing all figures to remain visible while preserving subtle differences in depth and presence.
The composition balances between order and fragmentation. The figures are unified, but never merged into a single mass.
Part of the Caryatis series, a long-term body of work exploring traditional Greek costume through directed portraiture.
Museum-quality black and white photography print by George Tatakis, produced on Hahnemühle Baryta Photo Rag 315gsm using archival pigment inks. Open edition, with signed and framed options. Each print is house-stamped on the reverse.
