Brazilian image-maker Gleeson Paulino (b. 1988) brings us a rich and evocative col- lection of photographs. The series Batismo is an ode to his native country, offering a dreamlike chronicle of its inhabitants and biodiverse ecosystems. Water is a constant here, as figures make ripples in turquoise pools and emerge from deep rivers. Else- where, shimmering droplets cascade down close-up faces and leaves bob atop dark blue lakes. The artist left Brazil aged 17, so themes of renewal and reconnection are central to these images. There’s a sense of discovering a place with fresh eyes, as if for the very first time. Elsewhere, Paulino’s wider body of work brings together elements from across the creative spectrum: fashion collides with fine art, documentary and still life. The command of colour is striking, with canary yellow popping out from deep navy hues, indigoes and olive greens. gleesonpaulino.com | @gleesonpaulino

All images courtesy Gleeson Paulino.