ALEX CHIAPPARELLI
Resilient Women

This series of black and white photographs captures the essence of a 69-year-old woman, a silent fighter against advanced ovarian cancer. In her home, the intimate and familiar atmosphere, concealed by a wrinkled black backdrop, highlights her strength and vulnerability. Each shot tells the story of her resilience and daily courage. I chose black and white to emphasize the emotions and the details of her face and body marked by the illness and ongoing struggle. Many women are affected by this serious condition every year. The woman had the courage to be portrayed, making an often invisible struggle visible, a tribute to human dignity. I created this series on 07/14/2024 at the woman's home in Rome, using an improvised backdrop for privacy. The woman asked me to create this project to bring news of what is happening in a parallel world that few know about.

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