Slavic Bestiary: Krakowiak-collodion animation

This animated glass plate was shot in a large format camera using historic wet collodion technique and developed by hand in the darkroom. Traditional costume of Krakow, in the background sounds recorded in Puszcza Białowieska-one of the oldest primeval forests in Europe. As a still appeared on cover of collector's Black + White Photography Magazine https://www.bandwmag.com/back-issues/bw-no-129 Part of ‘Slavic Bestiary’ series, physically exists as monochromatic glass plate still, 2018-2022 Project decodes polish folklore, exploring the author's slavic heritage that is informed by pagan traditions of the past, drawing upon human-nature connection. Exhibited worldwide including: Shortlisted for BBA Photography Prize 2021, Germany; Finalist of Different Worlds 2018 Photon Gallery Prize, Slovenia; VISAGE(S) D'EUROPE 2020, France