Day 28: Cosmic Illusions in the Kitchen – The Soap Bubble Universe

In my quest to rediscover the art that initially ignited my passion for photography, I turned to the miniature cosmos today. My macro studio box became the gateway to another world as I sought to capture the ethereal beauty of soap bubbles, with their otherworldly glory, through my lens.

This project is indeed weaving its spell, guiding me back to the roots of my fascination with photography – the pursuit of presenting the world as I perceive it, uniquely framed by my lens. I am perpetually attracted to such subjects; these soap bubbles masquerade as celestial bodies, as if orbiting a distant star in the vast expanse of space. Yet, they are born not in the void of the cosmos but right here, within the confines of my kitchen, a simple concoction of water, dish liquid, and glycerine. Under the illumination of my lights, they burst into life, swirling with vibrant colours.

Capturing this image was a dance with transience; the soap bubbles' fragile nature demanded swift precision. I had to act quickly to set the focus correctly before the delicate structures weakened and succumbed to the air around them. The challenge of photographing such fleeting beauty is a thrilling race against time, a test of patience and skill.

This image is a testament to the hidden marvels that surround us, the microcosmic wonders that exist in the everyday. It's a celebration of the small and the spectacular, a reminder that with the right perspective, the mundane can transform into the magnificent. Today, I am reminded that the essence of photography lies in capturing the transient, the fragile, and the extraordinary moments that, like these bubbles, are beautiful but all too brief.