Introduction

The photography book “My Body, Your Stereotype” uses the camera to represent our view on people, the relationship between the physical existence and the interpretation of our presence.

It is our right to not be judged before the verdict yet we’re constantly judged based on our body, our hair, origin, or skin color.

We should be able to choose when and how to be seen and have a right to elaborate without prejudgment, yet there are standards and expectations based on the aforementioned qualities.

JUDGE ME IN THE SHADOW

My body refuses the label you’ve given it. You cannot do anything about that. When I’m static and well lit, I’m easy to interpret. When I’m in the shadow it is hard to say who I am, yet the definition I give to myself is still there, you just don’t have the guts to get to know me.

When you look at me, I’m helpless. You judge me, not knowing who I am and not even considering the person I want to be.

There’s more freedom living in shadows because you are not the one to define me.

Begin the photographic exploration by diving into the world of "My Body, Your Stereotype"