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World Below 0°

Frozen surfaces reveal hidden forms, suspended movement, and abstract worlds shaped by ice, light, and time.
Artist Statement

Ice, stillness, and the hidden world beneath the surface

"World Below 0° explores the extraordinary nature of water and its rare ability to expand as it freezes. Inspired by this phenomenon, the series reflects the delicate balance between motion and stillness, capturing moments where movement appears to pause within layers of ice.

Photographed along the edges of frozen lakes and streams, these images reveal organic forms suspended beneath the surface. Light travels across and through the ice, transforming familiar elements into abstract landscapes rich in texture, shape, and atmosphere.

Through this work, I wanted to uncover the quiet beauty of a world often overlooked. These frozen surfaces become places of discovery, where nature preserves fleeting moments and reveals a hidden elegance within ice and light."
Stephen Spartana
WORLD BELOW 0° — GALLERY
Recognition

Awards &
Accolades

World Below 0° has been recognised by international photography competitions for its abstract interpretation of frozen landscapes and its exploration of light, form, and suspended motion.
TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FOTO AWARDS · 2022
Honorable Mention
Category: Fine Art / Abstract Title: World Below 0° Awarded to Stephen Spartana by the Jury of TIFA
BUDAPEST INTERNATIONAL FOTO AWARDS · 2022
Gold Winner
Category: Fine Art / Abstract Title: Cryos-Scapes Awarded to Stephen Spartana by the Jury of BIFA
Get in Touch

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