GROUNDEDNESS
STONEMASTER
ADRENALINE
WANDERLUST
SENSE OF COMMUNITY
FREEDOM
Explorer =0,1 /1,1
This project delves into the intimate and often unspoken connection between people and the tools they use in their transformative experiences. Whether it’s a climber with their rope, a skier with their skis, a paraglider with their wing, or a mountaineer with their ice axe, these objects transcend their basic functions to become much more: partners in a journey of self-discovery, trust, and growth. As individuals push themselves to their limits, both physically and emotionally, these tools serve as silent companions, embodying aspirations, challenges, and triumphs.
Adventure sports, such as climbing, skiing, paragliding, and mountaineering, are not just tests of physical strength and skill; they are psychological odysseys that demand introspection, resilience, and the courage to face fear and uncertainty. In these moments, the tools that adventurers rely on are no longer merely equipment; they become extensions of the body, reflecting the individual’s internal journey as much as their external one. As the philosopher Maurice Merleau-Ponty wrote in Phenomenology of Perception,
The creative process began with two deeply personal objects that are central to my life as a climber: the rope and the friend. These items, essential to climbing, are more than just tools; they symbolize the emotional bonds that are fundamental to the sport. The rope represents trust, safety, and commitment, while the friend—both a literal climbing partner and a metaphorical piece of gear—embodies mutual reliance and collaboration.
Through these objects, I sought to capture the essence of climbing—the journey of overcoming obstacles, confronting fears, and pushing personal limits. However, their significance extends beyond climbing; they speak to universal themes of trust, support, and connection, resonating in every aspect of life.
THREADS OF TRUST