In this piece, I examine the flaws and imperfections found in our bodies. I was born with Erbs Palsy, a condition that significantly limits the movement of my left arm. Although this has posed numerous challenges throughout my life, in this photograph I noticed how remarkably my shadow blends with the surrounding trees. My left arm, which may seem awkward and out of place in reality, fits seamlessly into the shadow, as if it were just another branch momentarily part of the natural landscape. This observation invites a deeper reflection on the beauty found within imperfection.
Faun, digital print, 4.5 ft. x 2 ft., 2012
Faun, detail