USA / 17
GALLERIE
Destination:
USA / 17
Year:
2017
Media:
Travel
,
Life style
Daily life in an urban jungle
Summary
Visiting the United States for the first time was awe-inspiring. People, especially those in major urban centres, were sociable, curious, and highly entrepreneurial. Everything felt larger and more expansive. It was also my first time documenting travel through the lens of a professional camera, which made me notice things differently. Much of America seemed to sprawl endlessly, either rising vertically or stretching horizontally without a clear edge. As a designer, I was struck by the architectural symmetry and the way cities were structured around grid systems. There was a distinct sense of order, scale, and repetition, echoing the aspirations of manufacturing and mass production.
What remained constant was the warmth of the people – resilient, generous, and deeply rooted in a culture that embraces both movement and memory. One of the most captivating elements I encountered was the way tradition is preserved, not as relic, but as living, breathing identity. The Indian saree, for instance, wasn’t just clothing – it was expression. Everywhere I looked, women wore sarees in styles and colours as diverse as the regions themselves.
Each drape told a story of heritage, elegance, and individuality. These moments, small and profound, became symbols of a culture that evolves without ever losing touch with its soul. Through my lens, I aimed to honour that delicate balance – between tradition and change, resilience and grace.
Credits
Photography
:
LIFE GALLERIE
Photography subjects
:
People of America
