“Character Building”: A Photographic Odyssey That Delves Into The Intricate Tapestry Of My Personal History (40 Pics)

In the midst of a global lockdown, I found myself seeking solace in the familiar. I returned to my childhood home, a place echoing with the laughter and adventures of my youth. As the days unfolded within those walls, I became intrigued by the profound connection between our environment and our cherished memories. Little did I know that this introspective journey would lead to a project that would change my life.

Enter “Character Building,” a photographic odyssey that delves into the intricate tapestry of my personal history, using my childhood home as the canvas. Over three years, I embarked on a meticulous quest to capture the nuances of my past, crafting a visual narrative that extends beyond my own experiences to explore the universal themes of childhood and the powerful influence of our surroundings.

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#1 Almond Blossom

#2 Ant Ridden Oranges

#3 Bonfire Chair

#4 Dusty Chandelier

#5 Low Hanging Fruit

#6 Forest Fire

#7 Sunset Blossom

#8 Sunday Church

#9 Blood Oranges

#10 Pink Skies

#11 Cold Kitty

#12 Bridge Reflection

#13 Broken Fence

#14 Sunset Cactus

#15 Warm Kitty

#16 Cochineal Infected Cactus

#17 Curious Kitty

#18 Grave Digger

#19 Empty Pool

#20 Hanging Eucalyptus

#21 Fig Tree Foliage

#22 Roadside Pomegranates

#23 River Root

#24 Goatherd

#25 Hot Lemons

#26 Danger Mouse

#27 Gypsy Caravan

#28 Olive Tree Sunset

#29 Window Watching

#30 Night Facade

#31 Pink Stair Case

#32 Summer Thistles

#33 Morning Glory

#34 Red Cactus

#35 Chamomile Fields

#36 Red Gecko

#37 Rotten Orange

#38 San Pedro Cactus

#39 Garden Pomegranates

#40 Plastic Chair