Concentration

Connecting you, to me, to us. As a Mexican student preparing to study in the US, I became more aware of how Latin American communities can sometimes be misunderstood. Wanting to gain a deeper, more human perspective, I connected with a local organization that supports migrant families and asked if I could simply observe and learn from their everyday experiences. My goal was to better understand their journeys and highlight how much we all share, including the drive to work hard, support our families, and build a better future. 

The children are shown in color to reflect their innocence, a lens through which they are still discovering how the world works. In Photo 2, for example, a boy proudly wears a police badge sticker, a symbol he currently associates with play. As he grows, this symbol may take on more complex meanings in his life as an engaged member of society. These children are still untouched by how their cultural backgrounds might later be perceived. When I think of Jonathan, the subject, I’m reminded of the Madonna and Child, a quiet and constant presence in the background. I wonder about the role of faith and innocence as he navigates the many thresholds of growing up.

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