What is the value of memory? Is there responsibility when one person has all the memories? Do memories have meaning in the modern world or are they just fuzzy interpretations of the past?

Memories are a source of emotion, wisdom and teaching. Memories are meant to be shared, they are secrets of the past which can be passed on to the next generation. They can enliven people or events we miss, they challenge our original ideas and give light to thoughts we may not of considered. The idea of memories stemmed from looking into my grandfather’s past, because he died when I was much younger I don’t have many vivid memories of him. However, the limited memories I have I am going to photograph them in order to symbolize my only thoughts of him. In my opinion memory is an extremely valuable characteristic human beings possess. There are several photographers that focus on the theme of memory in their work.