“Neon Noir” is an aesthetic that emerged out of the neo-noir film genre during the 1980’s. It combines the dark and mysterious elements with a vibrant and futuristic aesthetic in addition to neon lights.

 “Neon Noir” is a photographic exploration of the comparison between light, identity, and atmosphere. My work draws inspiration from films and video games that hold the tradition of noir with its vibrant pulse of neon lit-urban spaces. Through a series of portraiture, I aim to capture the human experience illuminated by the neon light. My goal is to get a feel of what it's like shooting in Japan. In this project, neon acts both as a symbol of modernism and disillusionment. The portraits in this series are set against the vibrant electric glow of city streets at night, with the electric color and intensity of neon light casting a cinematic quality over the subjects. 

I’m attached to the visuals of classic neon-noir films such as Blade Runner, where light and shadow are used to explore the themes of morality and existential crisis. Neon- Noir is not just about the people I photograph, but also about the space in which their stories unfold. The neon-lit streets are both a reflection of modern urban life and an exaggerated stage on which the drama of human condition plays out.

Through my work, I ask viewers to consider the complexities of identity in an age where our faces are often seen through the lens of digital filters, with glowing screens, and manipulation. What remains true to the self when illuminated by the neon glow? Neon-noir is an exploration of the visual power of light to reveal who we really are.