Pain and Hope
Mehmet Aslan
On February 6, 2023, one of the world's largest earthquakes occurred. This disaster caused thousands of people to lose their lives, homes, and loved ones. This tragic destruction also affected the region's historical texture and cultural heritage.
The earthquake most severely impacted my birthplace and hometown, Antakya. The homes we lived in collapsed, and dozens of my relatives passed away. I can't even count the number of friends who died.
This exhibition documents the effects of the earthquake and the hardships faced by the people through photographs. The photos not only show the collapsed buildings and ruined streets but also highlight the people's efforts to rise again, their spirit of solidarity, and their hope.
These photographs depict a disaster and the resilience of a city and its people. Each frame reflects human stories and the struggle for survival, where pain and hope coexist in this challenging process.
We dedicate this exhibition to the memory of those who lost their lives in the earthquake and to the resilience of those who survived. Our aim is to prevent the tragedy from being forgotten, draw attention to the suffering, and contribute to the rebuilding process.
Pain and Hope$1,999
Panoramic$799
The First Days$799
Shattered Dreams$799
2nd day of the earthquake$1,799
Visit to Historical Streets$799
Cleaning the house.$799
First Easter$799
Demolition$799
Historic streets of Antakya$1,799
Dreams remained in the photograph.$799
The destruction of history$799
Natural change$799
Return home$799
Homeowner$1,799
Dreams on the walls$799
The little owners of the house$799
Cats and their food$799
Orphaned$799
Visiting a friend$799
Salvaging belongings$799
Hanging on the wall$799
Debris field$799
Struggle in the streets$799
Unity and solidarity$799