Those Things



This photographic series investigates the relationships between people and their everyday
objects—possessions that become meaningful through frequent use and emotional attachment.
Through social media surveys, I gathered 18 participants with migration backgrounds, mostly
from East Asian countries, especially China. My own migration experience creates a personal
connection with these participants, making this practice deeply meaningful.





Memory
(Umbrella)
Cal
(Plate)
Eve of departure
(Beads)
Practise
(Resistance band)
In my suitcase, partially
(Bass)
Soothe
(Cutting knife for printmaking)
Bruise? Nah!
(Pen)
Must
(Avocado)
Signed
(Incense holder)
Await
(Music score)
First Assistant
(Computer)
All the ways
(Beads)
Trick
(Fish lure)
Abbebe
(Blanket)
Action
(Tripod head)
Special greetings
(Tie)
Home sweet Home
(Incense holder)
Imperfection
(Bag clip)