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Lord of the land by Björn Persson

Photo Academy Photo Academy

Thursday 18 June 2026 saw a presentation by Reha Bilir titled “The Land Where Spirits
th
Whisper”.
Reha is a member of the organising team for the FIAP Photo Academy Online Events, and we
My brothers keeper by Björn Persson
were thrilled to have him join us as a presenter this time.
“The Land Where Spirits Whisper” was a special presentation featuring photographs taken by
Reha during his travels in Benin. Combining documentary photography, visual storytelling, and
moving images, the presentation explored Africa’s mystical atmosphere, daily life, and ancient beliefs.
The first part presented scenes
from Benin’s streets, markets, rituals,
and everyday life, revealing a living
culture where past and present
intertwine.
The second part told a story
inspired by Voodoo mythology through
documentary photographs and AI-
Nirvana by Björn Persson supported visual transformations,
blending reality with dreamlike
imagery and reinterpreting traditional
myths through contemporary visual
techniques.
The final part featured a video
presentation of an actual Voodoo Photo by Reha Bilir
ceremony, where music, movement,
and ritual symbols create an immersive spiritual experience for viewers.

“The Land Where Spirits Whisper” offered a unique cultural and artistic journey by uniting
documentary photography, mythological storytelling, and contemporary visual technologies.

Stripes by Björn Persson

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