BaltAmor

The BaltAmor project is a unique photography initiative celebrating the diverse roots and journeys of Baltimore residents. It involves photographing residents at their homes and a location symbolizing their original hometown, with the images presented in a unique triptych format.

A triptych is a set of three associated photographs that are intended to be appreciated together. The term "triptych" comes from the Greek words "tri" (meaning three) and "ptyche" (meaning fold). It originally referred to a three-paneled piece of art, often hinged together, with the central panel typically being the largest and the two side panels complementing the main image. The concept has since been expanded to include any three related works intended to be viewed together.

For the BaltAmor project, the triptych will consist of:

• A photo of the entry to the participant's home. This image captures the unique architectural details, colors, or character of their home in Baltimore, providing insight into the participant's present life.

• A portrait of the participant at their home in Baltimore. This photo captures the individual in their current environment and celebrates their identity as a Baltimore resident.

• A photo from a location symbolizing the participant's original hometown. This image might be of a landmark, a landscape, a street scene, or another significant place that represents where they came from.

These three photographs together tell a personal, visual story of the journey of each individual: their origins, their present, and how the two come together in their life in Baltimore. Each triptych stands alone as a personal narrative, but also forms part of the larger collective narrative of the diverse origins and identities of Baltimore residents.

Anyone who considers Baltimore their home and has a story about their journey to this city can participate. As long as you live within the city line, you're welcome to apply.

The aim is to ensure this project is as diverse and representative as possible by actively encouraging participation from all communities within Baltimore. The final participant selection process is random, ensuring no biases. In addition, I am actively reaching out to various communities and individuals and utilizing multiple promotional channels to attract a diverse pool of applicants.

The goal of the BaltAmor project is to represent the authentic diversity of Baltimore's residents, encompassing different ages, genders, sexualities, and socioeconomic statuses. There is no restrictive criteria for participation, and the final selection process is random. This means that as long as you live in Baltimore City and have a story to share, I encourage you to apply.

You can apply to participate by filling out the Google form provided. Participants will be randomly selected from the applicants.

Yes, the main focus of the project is residents in a broad definition, and I am open to discussing the inclusion of partners or pets, as they can add to the story and the uniqueness of your Baltimore journey.

Yes, absolutely. The $15 is a suggested donation to cover costs, and while it helps support the project, I understand not everyone may be able to contribute. This will not be a barrier to participation, and everyone is welcome to apply, regardless of their ability to donate.

For this iteration of the project, I’m focusing on hometowns that are accessible by driving without needing a hotel stay (within a 250 mile range). However, I’m considering options for including further hometowns in future versions.

That's okay. In your application, provide as much information as possible about your hometown. The aim is to capture something that represents your past, whether it's a specific place, a type of scenery, or even a representative feature.

After you apply, you'll be added to a pool of applicants. If you're randomly selected to participate, I’ll contact you to coordinate the photo shoots.

Absolutely. Your personal information will be used strictly for the purpose of the project and won't be shared with any third parties without your explicit consent.

Not at all! This is a project for real people with real stories. You don't need any modeling experience to participate.

The photos will undergo minimal editing to preserve their naturalistic style. The project's goal is to capture real, raw moments and settings rather than perfect, polished images.

While the final selection falls to the project team to ensure consistency and narrative flow, I’m open to considering participant input and preference.