Role: photography
Year: 2024
self project
A shoot exploring the myth of the siren and the seductive pull of the unknown. We wanted to translate that hypnotic allure into a visual language; playing with beauty, tension and desire to create imagery that feels both inviting and slightly unsettling.
CONCEPT
Beyond the surface of beauty, the siren's song is a seductive force that lure the unsuspecting to their demise. This shoot delves into the depths of this mythical allure exploring the hypnotic pull of the unknown.
The aim was to capture the essence of the siren's call like a visual melody that challenges the viewer's perceptions of what's truly provocative.
The siren's song that invites us to question our desires and succumb to the irresistible.
HISTORY
The siren myth, a tale of temptation, has evolved throughout cultures and time. Initially depicted as bird-women associated with hidden knowledge, siren's later transformed into seductive mermaids. Their irresistible songs lured sailors to their doom, symbolizing the dangers of unchecked desire.
CREDIT
Team:
Anoushka Shah, Janvi Jain, Preksha Shah, Sharin Soeiro, Shriya Salgarkar, Vanshika Mundra
Photo and Edit:
Shriya Salgarkar
