The series explores place, the process of urbanization and the affective representations of the metropolitan city of Athens, Greece.

Through the lens-based practice, it captures both prominent and seemingly mundane symbols of the cityscape, whether they are enduring fixtures or fleeting moments. These symbols, which are often perceived through the lens of daily utility rather than visual distinctiveness in collective consciousness, serve as totems of urban life, shared memory, and collective identity.

In the photographic transformation, guided by personal, optical, and photogenic principles, these symbols undergo a metamorphosis. This process serves to elevate their visual significance, revealing the inherent uniqueness of each subject. Governed by a set of personal rules and an “update algorithm,” this transformation represents a construction of visual narratives. These narratives blend memory, collective experiences of place, and visual intelligence, reflecting a desire to delve into the essence of urban living in a bustling metropolis of over five million inhabitants.