This collection is a journey through time—a fusion of travel photography and vintage postcard aesthetics. When I travel, I capture fleeting moments and transform them into carefully crafted postcards that do more than just document a place; they narrate its story. Each postcard is meticulously designed with an intentional composition, thoughtful colour palette, and expressive typography that echoes the unique narrative and cultural history of the locale. By unwrapping layers of memory, history, and space, my work invites viewers to explore the deeper social and artistic dimensions behind what might seem like simple snapshots. Ultimately, these postcards become more than souvenirs; they are poetic artifacts that encapsulate shared experiences and timeless connections. To share with others, I find that a postcard is a great way of taking a snapshot of a place to send to others so that they too have a little piece of that place and experience. But the closer you look, the more there is to unpack with postcards. My fascination with them comes from the intention, narrative, or stories that they express. The specific composition, the choice of colours and fonts, the image itself, and what the postcard is showing as a representation of that place. There is so much history, culture, and social dimensions to unpack from a postcard--but for now, peruse through my photography of places and the intertwining of memories, histories, and space. 

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This artwork draws inspiration from vintage postcards and my personal journey to Seville (historically known as Ishbiliyah, Al-Andulusia).

During my visit, I was deeply moved by the Moorish Islamic architecture that adorns the city—from horseshoe arches and intricate tilework to elaborate geometric and floral patterns, as well as subtle yet eye-catching paintings. This art not only evokes the rich Islamic history of Seville but also connects the past with the present, offering a glimpse into a distinctive culture that continues to resonate despite the challenges of time. Depicted in the artwork is a photograph I took of the Plaza de España, which is not directly tied to Islamic history but represents the everlasting influence of Islamic architectural traditions that carried on well after the Islamic rule--Moorish influences in its azulejo (ceramic tile) designs.

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