Today, Tomorrow

Today, Tomorrow is a photographic series that draws inspiration from the delicate nature of memories preserved in a family album. The memories chosen for inclusion in such an album can evolve over generations, sometimes fading unintentionally or being deliberately altered, such as through the removal of individuals from photographs. The series reflects the challenges and dreams of a Chinese immigrant family seeking a fresh start. Combining archival family photos, still lifes, portraits, poems, and drawings, it artistically conveys the nuanced experiences of a first-generation immigrant family, emphasizing both their hardships and hopes in the West. Nostalgic recollections are interwoven with deep generational reflections, including poetic contributions from the photographer’s grandparents—first-generation immigrants themselves. Their sketches and words add a deeply personal, introspective dimension, revealing wisdom in the everyday moments of life.