It is not a single, clear-cut moment but a slow seepage.
Separation seldom signifies the end of a relationship; rather, it is a psychological drift born of life’s continual motion—a state in which we still inhabit each other’s worlds even as we sense ourselves, almost imperceptibly, drifting apart.
My life is fluid—constantly on the move, relocating, shifting from one place to another—so I’ve grown used to frequent farewells and fresh declarations of affection. This condition isn’t unique to me; it reflects a broader social reality: in an era of high-speed mobility, we all inhabit unstable relationships and emotions that rarely have time to settle. Through my work, I begin with these small yet authentic personal situations, hoping to touch on the drifting feelings and ruptured connections that modern people commonly face.
This project started because I’m about to part ways with a friend who’s had a huge impact on me. She’s never been just a “subject” or a “model”—she’s the person who’s there for almost every photo that matters. Without her presence, her reactions, and the easy understanding between us, I probably wouldn’t have felt how much emotion a single glance can hold in an image. As our relationship shifts, I’m seeing “separation” in a new light and feel driven to capture all those moments that haven’t officially turned into good-byes yet.