In 2010, I ventured into the vibrant heart of New York City armed with my new 35mm Canon camera. The city's dynamic energy and iconic architecture immediately resonated with me. I took to the city's bustling streets, where the bold lines and captivating shadows cast by towering skyscrapers drew me into the very geometry of the city's design.​

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Amidst the ceaseless bustle of the city, I stumbled upon an unexpected tranquility as I wandered through its labyrinthine paths. Within the quiet confines of the darkroom, where photographs transformed from latent images to tangible prints, I uncovered a serene ritual.​

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From a simple school assignment, this project became a way to discover the city in which I would live for the next 5 years and ultimately evolve into a profound path of self-discovery. My camera ceased to be just a tool—it transformed into an extension of my voice within the urban tapestry.​

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This project grew beyond a means to explore the world of analog photography; it became a journey allowing me to probe into my identity as a student, an artist, and a young woman in a foreign land. As my camera captured the city's heartbeat, it also reflected my own growth and transformation against its breathtaking backdrop.​