“Visualism” bridges practice and theory, using my photographic work as both a method of inquiry and a space for reflection. Through this blog, I investigate how my photographs of everyday encounters and observations, captured in moments of exploration, do more than simply represent—they actively engage with cultural and ethnographic contexts. Each photograph, rather than being a static record, becomes a site where meaning is constructed and contested, shaped by the interplay of visual studies and anthropological insights.

My photographic practice is not limited to documenting what I see; it functions as a form of cultural investigation, informed by principles of visual ethnography and semiotics. This approach allows for a continual dialogue between image-making and critical analysis, where the act of photographing serves as a lens to question and deepen my understanding of the cultural environments I encounter. By foregrounding the visual as both a method and a mode of thought, I explore how photography can challenge preconceived ideas and offer new perspectives on cultural patterns, such as migration and community identity.

Positioning myself within these visual narratives allows for a more reflexive practice, where the relationship between the photographer and the environment becomes central to the image’s meaning. This process not only engages with the subject matter but also with the broader implications of how photography shapes and is shaped by the socio-cultural spaces it inhabits. The photographs thus open up broader conversations about identity and belonging, inviting viewers to reflect on their own positions within these narratives. In doing so, they contribute to the ongoing discourse in visual anthropology and photography studies, revealing how images not only document but also shape cultural understandings and social realities. I welcome readers to explore these themes and consider how their experiences relate to the visual stories shared.