Ever wandered into a second-hand store and stumbled upon old photographs that once meant everything to someone? Have you ever wondered how they ended up there or if your own cherished photos might meet the same fate? My series, I am not where you left me, aims to explore the meaning of the photograph as an object and its ability to last for long periods of time, often outlasting the subjects captured in them.
These once treasured memories that held many memories, now sit abandoned in the hands of a stranger. Finding these photographs moved me to bring them back to life. The phrase “I am not where you left me,” helps viewers see the subjects in the images as souls once lived, not just another piece of paper.
With I am not where you left me, I aim to rescue these overlooked pieces of the past, sparking new thoughts about the physical image and the fragility of human life. This series invites viewers to see photographs as more than just pictures, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the stories they hold and the fleeting nature of existence.
