Artist Statement: They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but my photographs strive for more. I document life--capturing emotions and provoking thought. My pictures serve as a mirror, not only reflecting the truth in existence, but also providing the viewer a glimpse back through my lens, past the viewfinder, and straight into my spirit/soul.
Together, these two opposites, work side by side in peace. Shot from the side to emphasize their differences in stature (both physical and societal), we see that they are united by the tree, and, at the same time, separated by the tree. The tree is a metaphor for consumerism. The holiday allows them to escape their differences, but only for a short amount of time. Come December 26th, there will be no tree to bring them together, but the world will be there to pull them apart.
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