Have you ever thought about all of the stuff that you have? Why do you have it? What story does it tell? What part of you does it reflect? How about the things that attract you, that catch your eye- that you *just have to have*? It doesn't matter if they are free- like stones and bones, or acquired- begged, borrowed, bought or stolen, or recorded through images. All of the small things are what helps to define our conception of who we are, what we are. Like to like.
What about objects passed on through families? Not just the 'valuable antiques', but the seemingly mundane. What do they tell us about our families, our values and views of history? Why are some things so important that we doggedly hold on to them long after their time has passed? What enchantment do they have on our hearts?
I intend to play with these questions, investigate the small things that I hold on to. Every day for a year, I am going to photograph one of my small things, post it and tell it's story. Think of it as an exploration, an excavation, a meditation on a life as told through the history of objects. I invite you to share your memories or experiences, and you are welcome to send me your photos and stories as well. Vivant!
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