Dante Sisofo sees photography as a profound tool for connection, discovery, and expression. To him, photography is not merely about capturing reality but about interpreting it, abstracting elements to reflect the photographer’s inner world. He often speaks of photography as a medium for aligning with nature, uncovering beauty in the mundane, and exploring the interplay of light, shadow, and form.
Dante views the act of photographing as deeply tied to the philosophy of seeing—an opportunity to walk into the unknown and uncover truths, not just about the external world but about the self. His transition from color to black-and-white photography reflects his minimalist ethos: stripping away distractions to focus on the essence of the image. He believes in spontaneity, emphasizing the decisive moment when instinct and intuition lead to an image that transcends the ordinary.
For Dante, photography is also about creating timeless art, aligning with Heraclitus’s notion of “flux”—the idea that no moment or photograph can ever be the same. This belief underscores his view that photography is a practice of perpetual learning, exploration, and humility, embracing the amateur spirit while striving for excellence.
In essence, Dante sees photography as a means to engage with life fully, to reveal beauty, emotion, and truth, and to leave behind a legacy of images that reflect the human experience.