The title of this project is…

SILENCE…

The societal/cultural issue I want to explore with my photographs is…..

The difficulties of female consent(rape). The difficulties surrounding female consent in cases of rape stem from power dynamics, coercion, societal norms, communication barriers, and trauma responses. Power imbalances and manipulative tactics used by perpetrators can make it challenging for victims to assert boundaries. Societal norms and gender roles can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and place the burden on women to resist advances. Communication barriers and misunderstandings can arise, and trauma responses can impact a survivor’s ability to recognize non-consensual acts. Addressing these challenges is crucial to promoting a culture of consent, empowering survivors, and educating society about the importance of enthusiastic, ongoing consent.

I want my audience to feel…..

Through my work on the theme of sexual violence, I aim to evoke empathy, raise awareness, provoke discomfort, inspire reflection, and instill hope in your audience. By capturing the stories and experiences of survivors, you seek to foster a deeper understanding of the emotional journey and resilience of those affected by sexual violence. You want to challenge societal norms, spark conversations, and encourage viewers to question their beliefs and behaviors. While addressing a difficult subject, you also aim to inspire hope and convey the possibility of healing and positive change.

I will get inspiration and develop my ideas by looking for photographs that…

To develop my ideas and find inspiration for my photography project on sexual violence, I will look for photographs that evoke strong emotions, tell compelling stories, showcase resilience, challenge perceptions, create visual impact, and promote dialogue and change. By exploring images that possess these qualities, I aim to gather inspiration, expand my creative vision, and develop ideas that contribute to a meaningful exploration of the subject matter in my work.