2024 Interpretive Project

A maximum of 12 images that showcase the photographer’s vision or unique perspective. These images can be planned, posed, or otherwise set up. Any post-production and/or digital manipulation must be disclosed in the image’s captions. Must be grounded in the documentary tradition, this project showcases a body of work that offers visual commentary on an issue or idea.

First Place: Sophie Proe

My Voice, My Truth
(Sensitive Material)

According to a report in Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, 1 out of every 6 American women has been a victim of rape. 1 out of 10 rape victims is male. The purpose of my photo essay is to look beyond these statistics and have their voices be heard. Through this collection of portraits, we encounter firsthand the anguish of the exploited and the power and strength of their responses. Each portrait has their own story and is made up of cyanotypes on fabric symbolizing the clothing that was taken from them during the assault. By sharing these stories, I hope to bring a space for healing and awareness.

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