“Quid Pro Quo” is a deeply evocative triptych that invites the viewer into a world of silent agreements and unspoken understandings. The Latin phrase “Quid Pro Quo,” meaning “something for something,” is central to the narrative, suggesting an exchange that goes beyond the material to touch the realms of trust, secrecy, and personal bonds. Flanking this central image, the phrases “Non dicam, si tu non dicas”—translated as “I won’t tell if you don’t tell”—further amplify the theme of secrecy and mutual confidence.

The images are rich in symbolism, featuring figures that carry an air of quiet resolve, each subtly guarding their own story. The central image of a heart pierced by swords, yet adorned with wings, speaks to the tension between vulnerability and protection, pain and freedom. This juxtaposition is a visual metaphor for the complex nature of human relationships—where love and loyalty often come at a cost, yet are bound by an unspoken pact.

This series is not merely to be seen, but to be felt and pondered. It offers no clear answers but instead invites viewers to project their own experiences and emotions onto the scenes. “Quid Pro Quo” thus becomes a mirror, reflecting the private, perhaps even hidden, transactions of the soul. In the end, the interpretation is left deliberately open, allowing each observer to draw their own connections, uncover their own secrets, and perhaps, recognize their own silent exchanges.

“Devine Nexum”

“Devine Nexum,” a piece from the photo series “Quid pro quo,” captures an enigmatic exchange frozen in time. The image presents two hands—one youthful, one mature—reaching out, barely touching, against a background of cracked, weathered texture that suggest a delicate balance, a secret tension.

As part of a series exploring hidden pacts and intimate agreements between two women, “Devine Nexum” symbolizes a mysterious bond or covenant, shrouded in secrecy. The subtlety of the gesture, where the fingers almost connect, yet hold back, creates a palpable sense of anticipation, as if the truth behind the pact is just out of reach. The cracks in the backdrop imply fragility, hinting at the vulnerability that underpins such an unspoken connection.

There is a divine resonance in the composition, reminiscent of ancient frescoes, yet imbued with contemporary tension, as if the past and present are in silent negotiation. This photograph invites the viewer to ponder the nature of the unseen agreement, leaving behind an aura of intrigue and whispered promises.