Dana Stirling And Her Poetic Depiction of Mental Health

"When I photograph, I feel like I'm not just trapped under the cloud, but I'm holding that umbrella, trying to shelter myself in some way," says photographer Dana Stirling, whose work, at first glance, reminds you of poetry you read on a sunny morning during your younger years.

However, when you revisit the poem when you are much wiser, you truly grasp the meaning hiding beneath the beautiful words. Stirling's latest series, Why Am I Sad, evokes similar emotions. When you scratch beneath its captivating surface, you discover themes of loneliness, sorrow, a vital discourse on mental health, and the role of photography in it all. .

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2025-1-7 08:00

Источник: thephoblographer.com

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