Expanding Horizons is a visual exploration and reflection on the moments when we recognize our own personal growth. Beyond themes of self-development and maturity, the expansive framing of the images mirrors the experience of embracing new perspectives and finding peace in the desire to explore the world as well as welcoming new life experiences. Mäkinen’s distinctive work, known for its ambiguous, abstracted still-life floral photography, serves as a metaphor for the powerful memories, events, people, and places that shape our identities and contribute to our evolution.