Dried Lake, Phnom Penh 2015

"Dried Lake, Phnom Penh" (2015) by Finnish photographer Elina Brotherus captures a solitary figure walking across a dried-up lake bed in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The image evokes a sense of isolation and contemplation as the figure's back is turned towards the viewer, while a city skyline stretches in the background. The photograph's composition and muted colors contribute to its melancholic mood, inviting viewers to reflect on the relationship between humanity and nature. This piece exemplifies Brotherus' signature style, characterized by introspective self-portraits that explore themes of identity, memory, and the passage of time.