“Void of Course” draws its name from an astrological term that describes a period when the Moon is not making any major aspects before it transitions into the next sign. This phenomenon is often seen as a time when actions may lack direction, and outcomes are uncertain, echoing themes of stillness, liminality and moments of suspension. Through this series, I explore these in-between spaces—moments when clarity is absent, and actions feel adrift. The photographs capture a sense of pause, introspection and the subtle tension of waiting for the next phase to unfold. Through the lens of astrological symbolism, this work seeks to evoke the quiet, drifting feeling that occurs during these pauses — moments when we are untethered, and the path forward is undefined.
The choice to work with platinum prints is a deliberate one. Platinum printing, with its remarkable tonal range and ability to render subtle shades of grey, mirrors the nuanced transitions found in the natural world, particularly in low-light conditions. Unlike other photographic processes, platinum prints allow for a softness and depth that bring out the delicate gradations between light and shadow, echoing the gentle, almost imperceptible shifts we experience during moments of introspection and uncertainty. These prints emphasize the middle tones—the areas that lie between the stark contrasts of black and white. This quality of the platinum process reflects the way our eyes, specifically the rods in our retinas, perceive the world at night. Rod cells are responsible for our ability to see in low light; they detect shades of gray and give us a sense of shape and movement, even when the world is dim and obscured. Similarly, the platinum prints in this series capture an essence of night vision, drawing viewers into a space where details are hinted at, forms are softened and clarity is elusive.
Beautiful prints Kelli
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