2016 - 2018 Social Boundaries Series

Social Boundaries is an ongoing photography project investigating physical barriers, such as bars on doors and windows. The photographs were taken during performative walks along both sides of urban neighborhood boundaries. While walking, I reflect upon the stimuli of these metal bars. They are more than just perceived visually. Some directly block my movement. These kinds of structures impact the movement of many people daily, some subtly, some profoundly. They also conceptually represent interpersonal barriers in the walk of life. This series is an inquiry into both the literal and symbolic function of these barriers and their relationship to changing urban landscapes and the social interactions therein. My approach to this Social Boundaries project aims to observe and reflect upon the rapid social, cultural, and economic changes occurring in cities. Through this project I seek to draw attention to this crisis to highlight the complexities of underlying issues.

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