Have you ever looked at a photograph that once made you feel sad and discovered that it now brings you a sense of tenderness, gratitude or even joy?
The image remains the same. The people, the objects, the light and the place are all the same. And yet, something has changed in the way we look at it.
Today, I can affirm that the work ANDANA has developed over the years through the “Photography to Get to Know Yourself” Programme is supported by academic and scientific evidence.
There is something we know, even if we can’t always explain it: images affect us. A photograph can move us, unsettle us, or even stir something deep within without us fully understanding why.
Photography was not born from technique alone. It was born from alchemy, from hands that experiment, fail, mix, and discover. It was born from curiosity.
Documentary photography is a powerful tool for social representation, but it also raises ethical dilemmas related to the gaze, vulnerability, and the construction of narratives about others. From a psychological perspective, this article explores the cognitive, emotional, and relational processes involved in the act of photographing, with the aim of encouraging more respectful, conscious, and collaborative practices in today’s visual culture.
The power of images to sustain life when what we believe to be safe collapses, and an invitation to value the family album as essential emotional heritage—both individually and collectively.
According to the 2024 Mental Health Atlas by the World Health Organization (WHO), more than one billion people worldwide currently suffer from a mental health disorder, with anxiety and depression being the most common.
Sometimes life offers us experiences that leave a mark not only in our memory, but also on our skin, in our breath, and in the way we look at the world. That was our experience at Photovacation Bulgaria 2025, a unique festival where photography, creativity, and community intertwined in a special space by the Black Sea.
Photography can become a powerful tool for rebuilding personal, emotional, and social memory.
In a world full of constant rushing, obligations, and stimuli, finding a moment of calm is a revolutionary act.
Modern society pushes us to stay constantly engaged in digital tasks and connections, yet we often remain disconnected from our surroundings and inner world. In the face of this reality, practicing mindfulness emerges as a powerful tool for returning to what’s essential: the here and now.
