Artist: Gadisse Lee | Location: Raleigh, NC
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Artist: Gadisse Lee | Location: Raleigh, NC
Raleigh, NC
I'm Gadisse Lee and I am a fine art and portrait photographer from Ethiopia. Photography has always been my passion, especially when it comes to capturing the essence of people and the emotions hidden behind unfamiliar faces. At 14 years old I began my journey with self-portraiture, using self-portraits to confront and heal from past traumas. My practice has become a refuge, a way to express emotions that were once locked away. The positive response from family and friends provided me with validation of my past experience and a sense of belonging. My photography transformed into a means of being seen and acknowledged.
My self-portraits are a visual diary, chronicling my healing journey and It's a project I plan to continue indefinitely, capturing moments of growth and self-acceptance. Through my art I hope to demonstrate the incredible power of art. The ability to connect people and the healing it can offer. My images invite you to join me on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Artist Website
https://leegadisse.wixsite.com/my-site?fbclid=PAAaaE4IY7bleYHQ4Sd0fhEG2-NYVq5Uc2vSPlqtVaOXUBYZvdEeEJRX8WF9w_aem_AfQPHmU8CYrtjOJXaFnUOY1U01OycI8UIYFM-7e5Z5dqK34h9YY1FDn_pmfOqvNsMkg