The Boat Leaves the Haven

In this visual narrative, the boat leaving the haven becomes a symbol of the voyage of adolescent discovery, crossing its three essential phases: discovery, definition, and affirmation. This metaphorical departure marks the exploration of personal identity but also symbolizes the detachment from known securities, the confrontation with fears, and the embrace of new experiences.
The black and white images of the series evoke this passage, where the white — the innocence of the infant, the reassuring grip of a hand, the purity of a knot, the aesthetics of a flower crown, and the charge of a clenched fist — represents the moments of clarity and hope that illuminate the navigation through the darkness of the unknown.
Leaving the haven is thus an act of courage, a rite of passage that every adolescent confronts on the path to maturity. This metaphor amplifies the theme of self-discovery, highlighting how the journey from the known to the unknown, from certainties to uncertainties, is a crucial component of growing up. The series of photographs invites observers to reflect on their own departure from the haven, on life's transitions, and on the subtle bonds that guide and support us in our continuous journey towards understanding ourselves and the world around us. In this context, the voyage is not just a farewell but a bold exploration towards new possibilities, marking the transition from adolescence to a more defined and conscious identity, illuminated by self-discovery and resilience in the face of life's challenges.