Each image reveals a silent dialogue between the reader and the text, reflecting a quest for knowledge, growth, and understanding. By focusing on self-help literature, the series underscores the universal desire for self-betterment and the pervasive influence of these texts on personal identity and societal norms.
Psychologically, the series explores themes such as self-perception, the pursuit of happiness, and the influence of collective beliefs. The titles themselves hint at the readers' inner struggles and aspirations, offering a glimpse into their hopes for transformation, success, and fulfillment. The act of reading becomes a mirror, reflecting the readers' desires and fears, their search for meaning, and their journey toward self-discovery.
"Bookworm" invites viewers to consider the psychological motivations behind the self-help movement and the impact of these texts on individual and collective consciousness. It challenges us to reflect on our own engagement with self-improvement literature and how these books shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
Lessons in Chemistry. Hell's Kitchen. New York City. 2023.
What Women Want. Washington Square Park. New York City. 2024.
Collective Illusions. Murray Hill. New York City. 2023.
Man's Search for Meaning; Neuromancer. Washington Square Park. New York City. 2024.
Becoming Supernatural. Melbourne. 2024.
Melbourne. 2024.
Stay True. Little Island. New York City. 2024.
This is Happiness. Upper East Side, New York City. 2023.
