Daniel Franc

My photos are about capturing inner worlds and discovering new ways to see the world around me. Each photo starts with a unique perspective, and the main driving force is wonder. It's like going on an expedition to exotic landscapes that are actually all around us if we change our viewpoint. I also intentionally look for other themes in the world I see from above.

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Inner Worlds

 

Taking photos of landscapes helps me understand my inner world. I don't usually think about it; it just happens. Important themes for me in this inner journey are:

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Thrownness: The feeling of being "thrown" into the world and either struggling with it or flowing harmoniously.

Flow: Constant life movement, blending various chaotic and often contradictory energies.

Cycles: The beginning and end as connected aspects of existence.

I-Lands: Worlds where the surroundings don't matter—everything important happens within.

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Cracks  Between Worlds
 

These photos focus on the hidden, unexpected, and undiscovered in the world. I'm drawn to things outside the usual perspective or places where different worlds intersect, creating various cracks and gaps. It's freeing for me to question standard labels and categorical meanings of what's beautiful or interesting.

 

Outer Worlds

 

Drone photography in nature is a way for me to connect with nature and landscapes. I've always been close to nature and even worked in the outdoor industry for a while. This part of my photography is more traditional landscape photography, capturing the beauty of places worldwide that bring me joy, but in a slightly different way.

In all my photos, I prefer minimalist or partially abstract expressions. I enjoy engaging viewers in a game of "what is this," taking them on an expedition through landscapes, but never being so abstract that you can't eventually understand the photo. In post-production, I focus on processing the images as I saw them, staying true to the scene's reality. I use standard photo edits and never change the location or shapes of elements, add elements, or create collages.