"Key Largo, is one of the earliest images in the project. At that time, I was still photographing speculatively, without any preconceived agenda. Having moved to Miami earlier that year, it all seemed wild and exotic. The first hurricane warnings appeared in the summer. On a weekend getaway to the Keys, I took this photograph of my son climbing on a branch over the ocean. I think of this image as an allegory, both idyllic and uncertain about the future of our children in this changing climate. It appears that solving the crisis will fall largely on them."
~ Anastasia Samoylova
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I always think there is something special that happens when a photographer uses their own children as subjects, the resulting images are imbued with a profound sense of intimacy and emotion. Anastasia Samoylova's son is the model for this very special image in Key Largo.
It speaks to a universal narrative of family and growth. As our children grow up, photographs become poignant records of fleeting moments, showcasing the tenderness, love, and vulnerability inherent in these bonds. They also show how much the world has changed around us as we grow. Anastasia unique perspective as an artist offers viewers a deeply personal glimpse into her dual life as an artist and parent.
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