Slava Semeniuta (aka Local Preacher, previously featured), a Russian artist residing in Sochi, isn’t your average photographer. He’s a visual scientist with a mission to transform the mundane into the extraordinary. Using neon lights as his paintbrush, Semeniuta bathes everyday objects, animals, and plants in a kaleidoscope of color. The result? Mesmerizing photographs that seem to vibrate with an otherworldly energy.
Semeniuta’s self-proclaimed title, “Earthman among aliens”, perfectly captures the essence of his work. His subjects aren’t just illuminated by neon; they’re actively transformed by it. A puddle becomes a portal to a neon dimension, a houseplant morphs into a creature from a sci-fi dreamscape. Semeniuta isn’t afraid to push boundaries and experiment, and his playful spirit shines through in every image.
One of Semeniuta’s most captivating series, “Wet Neon”, captures the reflections of neon signs on rain-slicked streets. The asphalt transforms into a canvas, shimmering with a rainbow of color. It’s a testament to Semeniuta’s keen eye for detail and his ability to find beauty in the unexpected
I am a VISUAL SCIENTIST and I am in constant search of the beautiful in the ordinary around me. I’m an EARTHMAN among aliens. I create juicy pictures with BOLD colors.
Slava Semeniuta
More info: Behance, Instagram, Twitter.
