“The Garden in Micanopy belongs to a former pine farm turned mansion dating back to the 1840s. While working on my Floridas project, I arrived at the estate late in the evening to check into my rental room. It was pitch black outside; loud cicadas overpowered the sound of my car motor. Despite the tranquil setting, I couldn’t sleep all night due to the old house noises. Quite exhausted in the early morning, I was greeted by this serene yet somewhat ghostly scene. It reminded me of Victorian fairy pictures.”
~ Anastasia Samoylova
Nostalgia is quite powerful for many of us, myself included. It taps into our longing for connection to the past, a time that feels simpler and more enchanting. This beautiful photograph by Anastasia Samoylova, shot in a farm turned mansion setting, evokes a sense of history that invites us to imagine the lives once lived there and the stories embedded in its walls. The nostalgic allure is heightened by the description of a sleepless night, filled with the eerie noises of the old house, creating a bridge between the past and present. This blending of times enhances the photograph's surreal quality and evokes a deep sense of wonder, reminding us of the beauty and mystery of bygone eras. It's an image that whispers tales of history and resonates with our innate desire to feel connected to something greater than ourselves.
