Guardian of the Path (2024) Fotografie door Lucas Biston Reichling (LBR Photojourney)

"Guardian of the Path" balances between past and future, where the ancient cobblestone road stretches out beneath a canopy of towering trees. Though this path bears the marks of countless journeys, none of them have been ours. It stands as a reminder of history—a road well-traveled by others, yet untouched by our own tires, our own steps. The car, with its aggressive stance, seems to block the way, yet it is not hostile. Its glowing headlights, far from being a warning, act as a silent invitation, offering guidance rather than resistance.

This guardian holds its ground firmly, but not to prevent passage. It challenges us to pause, reflect, and consider the journey ahead. The car symbolizes both the end of one chapter and the anticipation of the next, standing at the threshold between the road's distant past and the future we are about to create. The road beneath, weathered by time, whispers stories of those who came before, while the passage through the trees offers a promise—our own journey waiting just beyond.

Beyond the guardian lies a sense of movement and freedom. As the light filters through the trees, the path continues, open and endless, urging us forward into a realm where past and future merge. The road ahead beckons, and soon, motion will replace this stillness.