Quote We photograph things in order to drive them out...

"We photograph things in order to drive them out of our minds. My stories are a way of shutting my eyes."

Imagine a world where every moment, every memory, every emotion is captured in a photograph. Each snapshot a frozen moment in time, a glimpse into the past that we can revisit whenever we please. But why do we take these pictures? Is it simply to remember, to preserve a moment that would otherwise slip away into the abyss of forgetfulness?

Perhaps not. Perhaps we take these photographs not to remember, but to forget. To release the burden of carrying these memories in our minds, to free ourselves from the weight of the past. Each click of the camera shutter is a cathartic release, a way of purging our minds of the clutter of memories that threaten to overwhelm us.

And yet, for some, photographs are not enough. For some, the act of capturing a moment in time is not sufficient to truly let go. For these individuals, storytelling becomes a way of shutting their eyes, of closing off the outside world and retreating into the sanctuary of their own minds.

Through storytelling, they can create new worlds, new memories, new experiences that allow them to escape from the confines of reality. They can immerse themselves in a narrative that is entirely of their own making, a world where they are free to explore their deepest desires and fears without fear of judgment or consequence.

Stories become a form of therapy, a way of processing the events of the past and finding closure. They allow us to confront our demons, to exorcise our innermost fears, and to come to terms with the complexities of our own minds. In this way, storytelling becomes a powerful tool for self-discovery and healing.

So the next time you pick up a camera or a pen, remember the true power of these tools. They are not just instruments for capturing moments or spinning tales, but gateways to a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. They are a means of releasing the past, of shutting our eyes to the chaos of the world and finding peace within our own minds.