Playground for the Creative Mind - Aleksandra Nikolic

Playground for the Creative Mind

“I get inspired by the world around us and the worlds beyond. You can find inspiration in almost anything–everything that exists is a playground for the creative mind.”

Aleksandra Nikolic was ten years old she got her very first camera. Since the moment she held it in her hands, she was in love with photography. With Barbie dolls and family members as her first models, Nikolic and her camera became inseparable over the years. Turning to professional photography almost three years ago, Nikolic’s fashionably-driven images are still mired with a child-like wonder–dreamy, intense, artistic and fantasize with futuristic elements. You would not have to search far to find subjects with painted skin, crazy sunglasses, swathed with butterflies or laying in a coloured bath full of glitter. Capturing human emotions and energy, and always trying to show the dreamy and magical side of life, Nikolic’s playful work is a treat for the creative mind.

“I was always into art since my early age. I used to paint, write poems and later designed dress and jewelry, but photography was always a big part of my life.”

“For me, photography has an effortlessness about it because I have always loved to be on both sides of the camera. I get inspired by world around us and the worlds beyond. You can find inspiration in almost anything–everything that exists is a playground for the creative mind.”

“I do much of the styling and dramatic makeup, and I love to create headpieces, clothes and to do the body art for my shootings. It makes easier to realize my photos because I know exactly the vision I am trying to execute.”

“The cosmos were very fascinating for me and still are.

Stars and futuristic aspects inspire me and love to show that through my photos.”

“I have always wanted people to be inspired and moved by my photos which shows beauty as well as darkness. They represent my moods, emotions and creativity.”

“I want to show through my work that life is magical– despite sometimes being difficult–just let go and enjoy life!”