
You will find here in JGolestani:
Photos of the world as we live it — Documentary Photography
Photos of the world as I observe it — Subject-based Photography
Crafted Images — PhotoMontage | Studio Photography
Books and Collections — The Essence of my Photography and Writing
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Leave and Live the Street
“Leave and Live the Street” is a street photography series that showcases outdoor scenes from diverse corners of the world. Through my lens, I document the essence of streets and urban life, revealing the unique character of each location. In this series, as you wander through streets and hidden corners, you'll encounter the everyday lives. The project captures the unscripted moments of life’s true protagonists—ordinary people—without pretense, embellishment, or modification, presenting them just as they are in the grand studio of the world.
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La Vie à Vélo à Strasbourg
“La Vie à Vélo à Strasbourg” documents the spirit of cycling life in the beautiful border city of Strasbourg, where cycling culture is an integral part of daily life. As cycling grows ever more popular, residents embrace this eco-friendly mode of transport for their daily trips, reaping its benefits while navigating its challenges. Inspired by the practices of Nordic countries, Strasbourg continues to expand and enhance this green way of getting around, working tirelessly to make it even more essential and accessible for all.
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Scenes and Playings
“Scenes and Playings” is a documentary photography project that narrates the history of a location through words and images. It focuses on framing locations in history and capturing similar locations in the present, all from a street photography perspective. The atmosphere reflects how people experience these places today and how they appeared in the past. This project begins with the city of Strasbourg, one of the world’s historically significant cities, shaped by its complex past and strategic geographical position.
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Left on the Ground
We still leave our waste in public spaces. While this isn’t always the case, certain moments—a hot summer noon, a rainy day, a late night, or a remote area—seem to make it happen. Sometimes, waste like cigarette butts is not seen as waste and is casually discarded on the streets. These pieces of waste lie scattered, waiting to be noticed and collected. “Left on the Ground” is an environmental documentary photography project that captures these abandoned remnants through the lens, turning neglect into a narrative.
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Walls' Words
Walls divide spaces, assigning them distinct purposes. Yet, they also serve as canvases where countless individuals and groups express themselves. In busy cities, walls are often covered in words, shapes, and messages. Some are personal or represent small groups, while others convey extreme or controversial ideas—political or social—outside the realm of mainstream media. "Walls’ Words" documents these public expressions, regardless of the opinion they convey, recognizing that while they are frequently erased, new words always take their place.
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About Human Nature
“About Human Nature” is a photographic project dedicated to capturing the essence of uncensored human nature. This psychological exploration through photography seeks to preserve fleeting moments when individuals reveal their unfiltered selves. Whether these instances are comforting or unsettling, the project primarily focuses on people in public spaces. Beyond direct human expression, the project employs geometric techniques and metaphorical elements as alternative means to convey its central themes.
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PhotoMontage
Using my own photographs, I craft PhotoMontages. While Adobe Lightroom is my primary tool for managing my photo collection, Adobe Photoshop takes center stage when it comes to creating these montages. By blending multiple images and employing various Photoshop techniques, I aim to extract and express the meaning that inspired the work in the first place. Though the final piece may invite diverse interpretations, I select a title that reflects my original perspective and proudly place it among the collection of my creative endeavors.
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Studio Photography
Outdoor photography is both a challenging and rewarding pursuit. On the other hand, working under a controlled lighting setup represents a completely different side of photography, with its own unique hurdles and satisfactions. In this realm, having the right equipment, setup, accessories and space is just one part of the equation—the real magic lies in the creativity, the concept, and the approach to representation. I also explore studio photography, focusing on subject-based projects that form the core of my work in this field.