LOST Chapter I
Tirdad Aghakhani
(USA, 2015-2019)
This series of imagery serves as a self-portrait of my journey as an expatriate in the
United States. It commenced with my initial visit to Arizona in 2015 and extended
through Texas and California until 2019. These photographs capture my artistic vision
and profound connection with nature, unveiling aspects that remain imperceptible to
the human eye.
By incorporating my body X-ray photographs into this series, I symbolize the aspect of
myself that I left behind in those cherished locations. I left a fragment of my essence in
each place, striving to harmonize with nature and discover a renewed sense of self.
Throughout this journey, I experienced both affection for these places and a profound
sense of internal disorientation. These photographs document my experiences and
emotions, enabling me to establish new roots and seek renewal in the soil of each
destination.
