Interspatial Camouflage
Interspatial Camouflage is a deeply personal exploration for me—a reflection of my own experience navigating the tension between blending in and standing out. I’ve always been struck by sayings like the Persian proverb, “If you wish not to be disgraced, blend in with the crowd,” or the German, “to howl with the wolves.” They carry a truth that resonates: the ways we adapt ourselves to fit into new spaces, often reshaping parts of who we are just to feel accepted.
This series grew out of my fascination with how we, like animals, develop our own forms of camouflage—adopting new “colors” and “patterns” to survive in unfamiliar environments. At first, this adaptation feels like protection, a way to connect and belong. But I’ve often found myself wondering: at what point does blending in mean losing sight of myself?
Each photograph in this collection reflects that inner conflict. The layered textures and obscured figures mirror the many “selves” I’ve inhabited—sometimes authentic, sometimes a performance. Creating this work forced me to confront the quiet battles I’ve fought to stay true to who I am, even as I’ve shaped myself to fit into different roles and expectations.
Through this series, I hope to share not just my own journey but a universal one: the invisible spaces within us where the pressure to conform meets the longing to be whole. It’s an invitation to reflect on the delicate balance between visibility and invisibility, connection and authenticity—and to ask ourselves, who are we when we stop trying to blend in?