FOR I AM CAPTURED.
A solitary flamingo stands confined within the stark confines of a zoo cage, its graceful neck curves with elegance, contrasting sharply with the harsh metal tag around its leg. The vibrant plumage, typically associated with beauty, now serves as a stark realisation of its captivity and constraint, highlighting the stark reality faced by many women who endure domestic violence.
Through the digital lens, its captivity symbolises the feeling of entrapment and helplessness experienced by many women in Australia. Like the flamingo, these women feel unable to freely navigate their lives without fear and apprehension, constrained by the threat of harm lurking around every corner.
It speaks to the urgent need for societal change and support systems that empower women to break free from the cycle of abuse and reclaim their autonomy and dignity.