Bernard Perroud

Born in 1950 in Milano, Italy.

To me nature's landscapes have the oneiric magic of the mythical beginnings of humanity. When I walk through them I strip off my culture, my education and civilized habits. Then, bare, innocent in a way, I face nature in its metaphysical significance. By which I mean that, inherent in its apparent multiplicity, is the revelation of the essence and unity of being. Then, also, I face my soul, which, without words, unites with the environment. Oh, how my spirit craves the repeating of this experience!
Newborn babies have something fascinating in their eyes. They seem to see the world purely, in a totally non-discriminating way. Their gaze reflects two different levels of perception: the inner and the outer realms. The inner one carries the prenatal life with it but undifferentiated from its new environment. The outer one is the slow awakening to distinctions. Some children seem to keep this dual gaze for many years. Looking into their eyes is like contemplating the endless space which carries matter, beyond the ego, a blinding serenity.
baby's gaze
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