ECHOES OF THE MOUNTAIN'S BREATH

Guided by the echo of the mountains, the journey ventured deeper into the towering peaks and uncovered a village sweltering in suffocating heat. In the grip of terror and darkness, the hidden secrets of the villagers began to emerge, leading me to wonder where my feet stood in my own homeland.

"Echoes of The Mountain's Breath" explores cultural identity and the complex relationship between humans and nature. Through a personal lens, it reveals the challenges faced by ethnic minority communities in the photographer's homeland. Phan Dung Village, from hidden sanctuaries to abandoned fields, becomes the focal point of Duy Dao's research on migration and the severe decline in living conditions due to climate change in Central Vietnam. By blending surreal elements with reality, the photographer aims to capture the oppressive silence of the night, drawing closer to the subject and the memories of his homeland. This project initiates a profound inquiry into the fading origins and cultural values.

DUY DAO