tree Bark

My love for tree bark began in 2018 while exploring Northeast neighborhoods like Woodlawn, Sabin, Irvington, and Concordia. The colors, shapes, patterns, and textures drew me into another world, sparking a sense of wonder each morning. I couldn’t wait to see what I’d discover next.

This series is more than a study of tree bark—it’s an intimate reflection of my inner world. Through my photographs, I explore the layers of identity, vulnerability, healing, and growth found in both nature and ourselves.

Tree bark has incredible textural detail-rough, smooth, cracked, or peeling. The texture is symbolic of life's complexities and the layers that accumulate over time. Just as bark protects a tree and changes as the tree grows, the layers in my photos represent the idea of personal or cultural growth, protection, and transformation.

My photos focus on close-up views of tree bark, which elevates the bark from something ordinary to something strikingly abstract. The small-scale details allow for an exploration of the interconnectedness of nature and humanity.