A poetic series created by Vermont photographer Kelly Burgess. Emotional narratives and personal experiences form the thematic core of her photography. Burgess’s images are imbued with intimacy and introspection, often drawing inspiration from his own life to explore universal themes of love, loss, memory and the human condition. Through a multidisciplinary approach that combines photography and writing, she invites viewers to reflect on their own emotional landscapes and personal histories. In addition to his fine art photography practice, Burgess is a regular editorial contributor to the following publications new york times and wall street journal.
“Under the Shadow of the Mountain” explores themes of New England Gothic, a literary and aesthetic tradition that reflects dark and hidden aspects of New England’s history and culture. Famous for its Puritan heritage, intellectual heritage and natural beauty, this region also harbors stories of witchcraft, madness, violence and decay. In this work, Kelly Burgess explores the lingering influence of Puritan folklore on the landscape and psyche of contemporary New England. Through a series of haunting photographs and writing, she attempts to uncover the hidden threads between our modern world and a past filled with religious fanaticism, superstition, and moral absolutism.
I live now
in the shadow of mountains
Where to stay for six months
each year
all i can do is
gravel
mine
teeth.
