The Father examines how paternal archetypes manifest in contemporary urban life, revealing the enduring psychological imprint of this primal relationship. Through observing moments where authority, protection, and guidance emerge in public spaces, the series traces how ancient patterns of fatherhood continue to shape modern interactions.
These images position fatherhood as both a personal bond and universal symbol, where individual gestures resonate with collective meaning. The father figure operates simultaneously as protector and judge, nurturing presence and absent shadow – tensions that echo through human consciousness and social structures. Each photograph captures instances where these contradictory aspects surface in daily life, transforming routine encounters into revelations of deeper psychological currents.
Beyond documenting parent-child dynamics, the work explores how paternal energy flows through broader social relationships. The series reveals how this foundational archetype influences hierarchies of power, concepts of leadership, and the transmission of knowledge across generations. Through this examination, The Father considers how ancient patterns of relationship continue to organize human experience, even as traditional family structures evolve.
