Photographer Tristan Spinski highlights the limitations of photography as not just technical constraints, but as an opportunity for storytelling through subtraction and ambiguity. His work reflects a deep passion for capturing the unnoticed aspects of nature, particularly through his recent explorations of vernal pools. These transient bodies of water, he believes, serve as essential life connections within the ecosystem. The piece also touches on Kathryn Zurek, a theoretical physicist, who delves into the complexities of dark matter, showcasing the pursuit of understanding both the seen and unseen in our world.
"Spinski sees his art as an exercise in subtraction and strategic ambiguity, allowing space for the story to pour in and fill those gaps."
"Over the past 20 years, Spinski has learned that he's most passionate about depicting things on the edges of appreciation that we see but pay little attention to."
"To me, now, the puddle in the forest is essential—a discovery that also taught him about the fascinating stories one can find in their own backyard."
"Zurek explains the hidden valley theory of dark matter she helped to pioneer, which posits that there's an entire world of dark particles not yet observed."
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