somewhere but nowhere
2020



Global Perspectives Through Google Street View Screenshots



There is something fascinating about how human desire often intensifies when faced with restrictions. During the pandemic lockdown, the inability to travel sparked an intense longing within me to explore far-off places, a yearning more profound than ever before.
Since physical travel was off-limits, I turned to virtual exploration through Google Street View. The endless possibilities for discovery intrigued me, and I found a new way to journey through spaces I had always dreamed of visiting. Google Earth became my gateway to a form of extraterrestrial travel.

My project began with my grandparents' hometown in southern Italy and extended to the vibrant streets of Paris. As I navigated this boundless digital landscape, I experienced a sense of freedom through my eyes. The clouds and pale sky merged with the backdrop of Mount Etna, while the horizon faded behind expansive green hills. Imagination played a central role in this visual odyssey, and the narrative was intentionally left open-ended.