A small wasp trapped under an inverted clear plastic bowl on a white surface.

High-contrast silhouette of a person framed by intersecting geometric lines against a pale background

Close-up of a large green textured leaf with prominent pale veins and diagonal natural shadows against a dark background.

High-contrast black and white silhouette of a woman holding and intertwined within a geometric web of taut strings.

Close-up black and white photograph of a painted wall sundial with Roman numerals, geometric patterns, and cast metal gnomon shadows.

Close-up of a Black woman with braided hair and eyes closed wearing a white ribbed tank top leaning against a tree trunk in sunlight.

Black and white editorial photography of a potted plant with dark silhouetted leaves against a plain background

Close-up macro shot of a green leaf surface showing prominent ribbed veins and organic textures with blue and teal tones.

High-angle view of a Black woman in a white tank top standing on asphalt, casting a sharp elongated black shadow to the side.

Close-up macro view of green leaf texture featuring intricate veins and small holes.

High-angle black and white shot of a person crouching on an asphalt surface, casting a long dark shadow.

Various Editorials Arxipelag Magazine - Lacuna 2025

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Arxipelag Magazine’s Lacuna editorial project presents a contemplative visual study exploring the interplay between organic forms and stark geometric structures. Photographer Matthias Leidinger captures a series of images that oscillate between raw, macro-level observations of foliage and high-contrast, minimalist portraits. The work leans into the tactile nature of its subjects, utilizing monochromatic palettes and grainy analogue film to emphasize texture. From sharp silhouettes captured against textured backgrounds to overhead compositions exploring negative space on asphalt, the project maintains a consistent aesthetic through the use of natural light and hard light techniques. This series functions as a visual exploration of light, form, and environmental detail.