The photos track Seo’s journey from entrance to exit, looking at daily life, the visitor area, and even at the food. The theme of remembrance is seen through every image and in every moment of Seo’s journey. Each moment chosen by Seo feels specific to hit upon this life uprooted in the middle of a normal day, which leaves a feeling of being frozen in time as everything is empty, showing the life that once was. One of the aspects captured is an utter stillness, which is seen through the empty apartment buildings, deserted classrooms with books lying scattered, and even an eerie shot of an old Tigger toy limp on a post. Each image allows for a moment of reflection with several poignant moments standing out, including a shot of signs depicting the towns affected by the disaster. Seo puts together stunning photographs that highlight different aspects of her journey, and she uses these images to honor those lives gone.Ĭompassion shines through Seo’s voice and through the specific choices of photographs, which invoke strong emotions. Hyun Kyu Seo takes a trip to Ukraine to explore the life within the zone today as well as remembering the life uprooted during the disaster. In 1986, The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant exploded, which led to evacuations, the loss of several lives, and communities buried. Tak… Chernobyl Photo Log is a poignant look at what remains today from the Chernobyl accident.
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