“Behind the Scenes: Unsung Backbone of Our City”
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“Behind the Scenes: Unsung Backbone of Our City”
My main goal in creating this triptych is to highlight the quiet strength and importance of everyday workers-janitors, sanitation workers, and delivery people-who keep our city running. What motivated me was a simple but powerful question: Who are the people we depend on every day, yet rarely notice? This question made me realize how easy it is to overlook those who work tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring our daily lives are clean, safe, and comfortable. The phrase “Behind the Scenes: Unsung Backbone of Our City” reflects my desire to shine a light on these essential workers. They are the foundation of our community, yet their efforts often go unseen and unappreciated. Each image is a tribute to their quiet heroism, showing moments of hard work, focus, and sometimes even small joys found in the routine.
In street photography, the beauty often lies in the ordinary. Inspired by photographers like Devin Allen, I aimed to document real, unposed moments that tell a story about the people who make city life possible and functioning in their own unique way. These moments may seem simple, but together they reveal the deep connection between these workers and the life of the city. The three images in my triptych work together to show different sides of this theme. One photo might capture the physical labor, another a quiet moment of reflection, and another the interaction between worker and city. By presenting these images side by side, I hope viewers will see not just the work, but the humanity and value of the people doing it.
Through this project, I want to encourage others to notice and appreciate the essential workers around them. The triptych is a reminder that every city is built on the efforts of people who often go unnoticed. By recognizing their contributions, we can develop a greater sense of gratitude and community. Ultimately, “Behind the Scenes: Unsung Backbone of Our City” invites viewers to reflect on the people who make everyday life possible, and to see the extraordinary in the ordinary.
