This series was inspired by my first trip to the mountains of northern Portugal. Incredible views, wild trails and the secret route of the ancient pilgrims gave me a feeling of tranquility, admiration of nature and inspiration to live. Looking at these photos you can get into that magical moment that never ends.

Mountain trip

Various creative interpretations of myself.

Self-portraits

Sometimes even the most discreet things can be fraught with many mysteries. Take a closer look at the roots in your path, the shape of the dying leaves in the shadow of a lonely forest, the cracks in the bark of a tree... if you look long enough, the features will start to take on different shapes and colors, just like on these photos.

These photographs are an alternative look at the reality we are used to and the details of nature around. Meditative pictures attract attention with the help of color and whimsical patterns. They will perfectly fit into an unusual interior with similar shades, for people with an extraordinary outlook on life.

Moon garden

Once I considered myself an artist and loved to draw, now I switched to photography and came to the conclusion that no artist is able to create beauty as easily and brilliantly as nature. That's why I love landscapes so much - they change, flow from one state to another, with the touch of God. And always remain beautiful, because they do not try to seems something else. The moment is now, and this is an occasion to enjoy and capture it.

This series of sky portraits was created during my lonely retreat in the the mountains of northern Portugal. Sky was my favorite movie every day, helping to heel my soul and fall in love with life all over again.

Mara Gautama