Body Work. May 2025
I began this month with a self-portrait. As we end the month, I turned the camera inward once again. This time, directing it at myself. This is one from that session. What I found interesting and very surprising is my openness to photographing myself. What is even more astonishing is how comfortable I am doing it.
Now it was not always so. Ever since I can remember, as a child growing up, I resented my body. At 5’2″ and skinny, I did not feel comfortable, to the point I hid most of the years behind loose clothing and long sleeves. However, in recent times, that has changed. I’m happy to don slim-fit t-shirts or jeans!
Today, I see more and more people – people I know or through the media, suffer from depression and other issues of the mind. A key factor is not being comfortable with one’s body. I’d like to explore this trend some more.
As for myself, I do find that seeing things (including myself) with a non-judgmental mind, clarifies thought. I will explore this subject some more and share my self impressions.