Waiting For Light In Everyday Urban Interiors

Edge of Humanity Magazine

6 days ago

Photographer Yona Elig is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of these images. From the project ‘I don’t chase images. I wait for light, and I work quietly enough to remain unnoticed’. To see Yona’s body of work, click on any photograph.

The crowd in reflection, Giacomo Cafe, Milano

Born in Istanbul-Turkey I actually live in Milan- Italy.

I am a 73-year-old (woman) photographer with a background in graphic design. After retiring, I was given a Leica, which marked the beginning of my photographic work. I gradually moved toward lighter, more discreet cameras such as the Ricoh GR III, and often work with my phone.

Photography became a natural extension of my design work, and over time my approach evolved toward light, atmosphere, and discretion.

Post-processing plays an essential role in shaping light, atmosphere, and mood in my shots. I’ve always enjoyed technology, I experiment with digital tools and have even used Procreate to paint photographs. Rather shy by nature, I work quietly, drawn to everyday interiors, cafés, museums, and urban interiors where attention, patience, and presence define the image.

My work is about presence rather than performance, and about noticing what quietly exists before it disappears.

All images and text © Yona Elig