Chequamegon Bollinger
Image that Challenges Truth – Week 2
This photo was taken by Alicia Vera
who is a photographer focused on telling stories about women. She created a
photo essay featuring Eden, a 22 year old prostitute. Through this collection
images the audience gets a candid view of Eden’s real life and her many
roles in life. She is a friend, daughter and sister in addition to her
professional role as a prostitute. These images challenge our understanding of
a prostitute’s lifestyle and who we assume she is. In this photo she
could be any woman enjoying the embrace of her mother.
I chose this photo essay for my
research project because it challenges our ability to understand the complexity
of a woman and her life choices. Eden is a prostitute but that choice doesn’t
define her entire lifestyle. There are many stereotypes and misconceptions about
who you have to be to become a prostitute. This photo essay reveals Eden’s
personal journey and transformation.
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