Anna Nesterova

Two creative takes on human bias and beliefs:

Echoes of beliefs

This short immersive film explores the psychology behind conspiracy theories, revealing how our brains shape — and sometimes distort — our understanding of reality. Some conspiracy theories from the past, like witch hunts, may seem completely irrational today, yet they share the same psychological and social roots as many modern beliefs that millions of people still hold. Through first-person stories, the film gives a voice to those caught in these beliefs — not to validate, but to understand and create space for dialogue with those who think differently. The film blends animated illustration, documentary style photography and kinetic type. Visual metaphors and layered sound design reflect the shifting, unstable nature of belief. 

Do we see it wrong?  

This set of postcards pairs optical illusions with widely held false beliefs to show how easily perception can be distorted. Each illusion was carefully chosen to reflect the essence of a belief and reimagined to align with its historical or cultural context. These postcards serve as lasting reminders of the biases we all carry — inviting us to question whether our strongest opinions might also be illusions