Still

“Still”

Still is a photographic series that captures quiet, fleeting moments of rest in public spaces. Focusing on people sitting on benches around Plymouth, the project invites viewers to slow down and observe the everyday rituals of pause and reflection that often go unnoticed. In a world that rarely stops moving, Still highlights the beauty and significance of these moments of stillness.

Project Context

This project began as a response to the constant motion of modern life. I was drawn to benches not just as physical objects, but as symbols of rest — open invitations to pause, breathe, and be present. I sought to photograph a range of individuals who were each, in their own way, taking a moment for themselves.

To maintain the privacy of my subjects, I chose to photograph them from behind or from the side. This approach preserves their anonymity while encouraging viewers to imagine the stories behind each still figure — to wonder what brought them to that bench, what they might be thinking, or where they’re heading next.

By leaving space for interpretation, Still becomes not just a record of people in public, but a quiet collaboration between subject, photographer, and viewer — all connected by the shared human need for stillness.