Flora Vida is an exploration of nature’s cycles through the delicate and often overlooked beauty of flowers in their final stages. Rather than capturing blooms in their prime, this series focuses on the fragility and resilience of life as it fades, celebrating the transformation that occurs in decay.
By embracing what is often considered the end, Flora Vida invites viewers to reflect on the impermanence of beauty and the significance of life’s transitions. In this body of work, flowers become metaphors for the human condition—each petal, a fragment of memory; each wilted stem, a reminder of the passing of time. The slow process of withering, often hidden from sight, is brought to the forefront, inviting a closer examination of both the physical and emotional aspects of decline. Through intimate portraits of flowers at various stages of decay, Flora Vida draws attention to the elegance that can be found in abandonment and invites viewers to pause and contemplate the cycles of renewal inherent in nature. At its core, this series reflects my fascination with life’s ephemeral moments. Growing up surrounded by nature, I developed a deep connection to the natural world and an appreciation for its cycles.
In Flora Vida, I seek to capture not just the fleeting beauty of flowers, but also the melancholy and solitude that often accompany life’s transitions. These images reveal the quiet, often unnoticed moments when a flower, in its final breath, offers a different kind of beauty—one that is fragile, yet resilient; somber, yet poetic. The series is also a response to the modern obsession with perfection and youth, challenging the viewer to find beauty in imperfection and loss. By using mobile photography, a tool of immediacy, the process of capturing these slow transformations becomes paradoxically instantaneous, reinforcing the tension between time, change, and the fleeting nature of life. Ultimately, Flora Vida is a meditation on the delicate balance between life and death, between flourishing and withering. It reminds us that, just as in nature, there is beauty to be found in every stage of life, even in those moments when it seems to be slipping away.
About Alva Martín
Born in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Alva Martín holds a Master’s Degree in Physics and has built a thriving international career centered around IT, forging a deep connection to technology along the way. With a natural affinity for the digital realm, he now channels this expertise into the world of art, exploring the intricate intersection between technology and creativity. His approach to photography involves frequently using mobile phones to capture striking visual narratives that explore the complexities of the human experience in today’s hyperconnected world. Alva’s artistic journey has earned significant recognition, including being selected for the prestigious ENAIRE Photography Awards 2024 and the Official Selection of the IPA Awards.
These accolades highlight his commitment to pushing the boundaries of contemporary photography, blending the technical precision of his IT background with the emotional depth of his artistic vision. In addition to his personal exploration of digital art and technology, Alva’s work often focuses on the human condition, using themes of melancholy, solitude, and the discovery of beauty in unexpected places. Through his lens, Alva captures a world where digital presence is not just a backdrop but a central element of modern life, inviting viewers to engage in reflective experiences. In October 2024, Alva will participate in a collective exhibition in Madrid as part of PHotoEspaña, showcasing his work alongside other prominent photographers.
In November, his project vigía will be featured at Ffoco, Coruña’s esteemed photography festival. vigía explores the concept of constant surveillance through mobile technology, questioning the privacy we often surrender in our digital lives. These upcoming exhibitions, paired with his continued dedication to exploring the convergence of technology and art, position Alva Martín as an innovative voice in contemporary photography, constantly challenging the boundaries of visual storytelling in the digital age. [Official Website]
