Wrapped

This work draws upon a theory of visual memory (sometimes referred to as “the mind’s eye”), which posits that our minds interpret images based on recognition and past experiences rather objective sight, thus creating a picture of the world for us. Our memories and interactions are combined with the present to shape the world in our own subjective reality.

I sourced everyday objects that people are familiar with, wrapped them in white cloth, and photographed each object on a white cloth background. The images were shot with very little contrast between the subject and the background. This was done intentionally to engineer an experience of tension for the viewer. The image is missing information that the viewer needs to fully access the scene. The object’s scale is distorted, the color is missing, and the context of the object is purposefully removed.  By photographing the object in such a way, the viewer relies upon visual memory and personal experience to replace the object with their own interpretation.