Spring 2024 Showcase Godfrey

For this project, I sought to photograph the older, more run down parts of Oxford. My intent is to show people that this city, more often than not portrayed as a charming small town, also has areas that have been neglected over time. The neighborhood I focused on for this project is one characterized by clutter and chaos, with various objects and debris scattered about. Throughout Oxford, areas just like this one are common, but when viewing these images one may not think they were taken in this city. With these photographs, I aimed to shed light on these overlooked spaces, capturing their rugged textures, makeshift structures, and the stories they hold within their crumbling walls. By documenting these homes and the areas surrounding them, I hope to educate people on the idea that Oxford is a richly layered community that consists of more than just the polished houses seen in magazines.