Common Ground

Common Ground is a series of scenes that explore our relationship with the environment. These scenes consist of an open field, a snowy forest, and an urban street. Over time, these environments mix and overlap. Snow appears on city streets, mountains rise behind storefronts, and grasses appear along sidewalks. Eventually, their differences become less apparent. The slow movement of the camera emphasizes the unapologetic passage of time, representing how the world continues moving forward whether humans are present or not. The final shot depicts the remaining traces of different climates, landscapes, and human influence, encouraging viewers to think about how human presence lingers in the environment over time. This project reflects my awareness of how easily we separate ourselves from the environment, when in reality we are actively shaping it every day.