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Fragments Of The Self, Jessica Swank
Fragments Of The Self, Jessica Swank
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This body of work addresses humanity’s relationship with digital technology from a personal perspective. Through constructed photography and sculptural work, I point to the connections between humans, machines, and nature, emphasizing the blurred lines between each of these entities. By revealing overlaps and associations between them, I seek to reconcile digital connection and emotional connection. I believe reconciliation may come through the acknowledgment of digital technology’s influence, and the subversion of convenience for the sake of quality human connections.
The images within this series reside at the intersection of self-portraiture and documentary. A dialogue is formed between the subjects through …