Boundaries Unseen | Photo paper, Digital writing, 2023

The series of visuals focuses on how the community in Azerbaijan is constrained by cultural slang restrictions. These limitations prevent the local community from engaging in certain daily activities and pursuing their desires and aspirations, creating invisible borders. Under this pressure, individuals are challenged to navigate these limits.

The project documents moments of hesitation, repression, and inner conflict as individuals grapple with societal norms and expectations.


“do not bring food from home”


“do not cross by shoes”


“Attention! Camera”


“Keep out of reach of Children”


"Give way to pedestrians"


“Drink cool”


“Do not forget to bring your belongings ”


“Outsiders are not allowed to enter”


“fasten the seat belts“


“Do not touch items”


“do not exceed the speed limit”


“This is a strategic location”