Second Hand Daughter

Second Hand Daughter is a project inspired by my mother’s arranged marriage and her journey from India to Italy. I wanted to explore what that experience might have felt like for her—the fear of leaving behind everything she knew, but also the excitement and possibilities of starting a new life.
Through photography and visual storytelling, I revisit her story from my perspective as her daughter, imagining the emotions, expectations, and experiences that shaped her journey. Growing up between cultures has made me curious about our family histories and how they influence the way we see ourselves and the world around us.
This project is my way of connecting with my mother’s experiences, understanding her journey beyond what I know of it, and exploring the relationship between her story and my own.