A German term for “harbor” or “port,” an area where ships and boats dock and load or unload cargo or passengers. A safe haven.Nestled between the Landwehrkanal and Neuköllner Schiffahrtskanal, 12045 Berlin is a historic neighborhood where the Berliner Dreiländereck once served as a mini-port until the late 19th century. This area marks the meeting point of Neukölln, Kreuzberg, and Alt Treptow.

Inspired by these waterways, I created “Hafen,” blending analogue and digital techniques. The title, meaning both “port” and “safe haven,” reflects the neighborhood’s history as a refuge. This artwork captures the canals’ essence, celebrating community and connection. 
To create the distorted typography effect that embodies the spirit of today’s 12045 Berlin district, I used traditional photography techniques, incorporating water to symbolize the canals. By photographing the reflections and distortions through water and glass, I aimed to capture the unique character of the 12045 area.