Every few months, this series invites photographers from VII Community to present their stories. VII Community provides ongoing education and support to a network of The VII Foundation’s alums. VII Community is a program of The VII Foundation in partnership with PhotoWings.
In this episode, we explored three photography projects that examine the meaning of home.
We were delighted to welcome Romanian-Mexican photographer Ana Topoleanu, who presented her project “Dor.” This work explores the paradox of being physically present yet feeling distant, reflecting on the emotional and physical spaces that grow within a family as its members age.
Moldovan photographer Maria Gutu discusses her series “Homeland,” which tells stories of youth in her country’s northern region. The project draws on Gutu’s upbringing in this area, where it is common for children to live with their grandparents while their parents temporarily emigrate abroad for work.
Syrian photographer Sara Kontar showcased “Therefore I Cut,” a poignant portrayal of her mother cutting a friend’s hair. This work captures the lives of women in exile as they support one another in creating a transient home amidst displacement.
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