Reconnection

An MFA Project submission

Travelling across the UK, I was struck by the contrast between the enduring presence of monuments and the evolving needs of our global community. As symbols of the past, their relevance is now questioned as the challenges of today grow more urgent. This project explores the tension between permanence and impermanence, juxtaposing rigid monuments with the fluidity of human and ecological relationships.

Through imagery of environmental and communal connections, I seek to highlight the essential threads that bind us to nature, to one another, and to the shared emotions of navigating an ever-changing world. More than just a reflection on place, this work is a testament to the connections and reconnections that shape our experiences, the lessons we carry home, and the deep interdependence that defines us all.

Reflective and linguistically driven, this work embraces artistic interpretation through representational photography. The work was informed by the emotional journey of navigating change—personal, environmental, or societal. Through my lens, I capture not only the physical but also the unseen forces of memory, resilience, and quiet understanding.

Ultimately, I am questioning what we choose to honour and preserve. As monuments fade, what remains essential? In seeking that answer, I find a profound reverence for the fragile yet powerful relationships that sustain us.

This work was submitted as a personal project for a Study Abroad trip as a part of my MA in Photography at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco.