Saudade

"Saudade" is the Portuguese word for a deep emotional state of nostalgic longing for something or someone that one cares for, yet knows they may never see again. It's a mix of memories, love, and that indefinable ache for missing pieces of oneself. In "Saudade: Waves of Nostalgia," Berlin photographer Henrik Bredenbals taps into this longing through the lens of Portugal's laid-back surf culture and the relentless call of the sea. The series is a homage to the simple, raw moments of connection between the ocean and those who find peace in its rhythm. It's about capturing that feeling of saudade in every sun-soaked frame, where each wave carries a story and every horizon beckons with memories of what once was and dreams of what might be.